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Activate / Deactivate PS4 Apps via DevKit Debug Settings by eXtreme
We've seen a PS4 OMSK App Overview, Install Demo and a Fixed Debug Settings guide, and today e✘treme-Modding.de shared a PS4 1.76 Activate / Deactivate App Test demonstration video on their YouTube Channel from @Ginsor's recent findings with PlayStation 4 developers. 
There's also another PS4 MEME in the Shoutbox MOTD from them, with details from the video's caption below.
PS4 1.76 - Activate/Deactivate App Test
Test - Activating/Deactivating Apps via DevKit Debug Settings
Visit Extreme-Modding.de and see more PS4 Stuff.
Also @HydrogenNGU reminds us of the following via Twitter, to quote: Thank you for eXtreme for pointing that out.
Those running on new DevKit Debug Settings. DO NOT change "Boot Mode". It *may* BRICK YOUR PS4!
PS4 App.pkg offset 0x04:
And from Extreme-Modding.de, to quote: PS4 1.76 – Activate/Deactivate App Test – Entitlement Control Info
Over the last week, Ginsor and I have talked about a method to unlock installed PKGs on a 1.76 Retail PS4 via the Content Manger (Debug Settings). We have tested a lot of stuff but we don’t have managed to run any PKG on my 1.76 PS4 which never was connected to PSN. His 1.76 PS4 has 2 user accounts which has information from PSN in the act.dat file.
It’s not easy but we found a few things. It doesn’t work just to copy a rif (license) from one PS4 to another one. If your PS4 never was connected to PSN, you will not have the act.dat on your hdd...
There's also another PS4 MEME in the Shoutbox MOTD from them, with details from the video's caption below.
PS4 1.76 - Activate/Deactivate App Test
Test - Activating/Deactivating Apps via DevKit Debug Settings
Visit Extreme-Modding.de and see more PS4 Stuff.
Also @HydrogenNGU reminds us of the following via Twitter, to quote: Thank you for eXtreme for pointing that out.
Those running on new DevKit Debug Settings. DO NOT change "Boot Mode". It *may* BRICK YOUR PS4!PS4 App.pkg offset 0x04:
- 00 - dev/non-finalized
- 81 - IDU/kiosk
- 83 - retail/finalized
And from Extreme-Modding.de, to quote: PS4 1.76 – Activate/Deactivate App Test – Entitlement Control Info
Over the last week, Ginsor and I have talked about a method to unlock installed PKGs on a 1.76 Retail PS4 via the Content Manger (Debug Settings). We have tested a lot of stuff but we don’t have managed to run any PKG on my 1.76 PS4 which never was connected to PSN. His 1.76 PS4 has 2 user accounts which has information from PSN in the act.dat file.
It’s not easy but we found a few things. It doesn’t work just to copy a rif (license) from one PS4 to another one. If your PS4 never was connected to PSN, you will not have the act.dat on your hdd...
Matterfall on PS4 Joins New PlayStation Store Releases Next Week
Heading into the middle of August, rapid-fire twin stick shooter Matterfall on PS4 joins the new PlayStation Store videogame releases next week featuring explosive waves of contemporary arcade action.
Below is a summary of what else is coming to PSN next week courtesy of Sony Social Media Senior Specialist Ryan Clements, as follows:
New Releases: Week of August 15, 2017
Below is a summary of what else is coming to PSN next week courtesy of Sony Social Media Senior Specialist Ryan Clements, as follows:
New Releases: Week of August 15, 2017
- 3D MiniGolf - PS4 — Digital
- Agents of Mayhem - PS4 — Digital, Retail
- Cities: Skylines – PlayStation 4 Edition - PS4 — Digital
- Dark Mystery - PS4 — Digital
- Defenders of Ekron - PS4 — Digital
- Eliosi’s Hunt - PS4 — Digital
- The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing II - PS4 — Digital
- Matterfall - PS4 — Digital
- Nidhogg 2 - PS4 — Digital
- Night Trap – 25th Anniversary Edition - PS4 — Digital
- Observer - PS4 — Digital
- Paranormal Activity: The Lost Soul - PS VR — Digital
- The Pillars of the Earth - PS4 — Digital
- Sonic Mania - PS4 — Digital
- Sudden Strike 4 - PS4 — Digital, Retail
- Tokyo 42 - PS4 — Digital
- Undertale - PS4, PS Vita — Digital
- Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma - PS4 — Digital, Retail (8/18)
- Avicii – Avicii 01
- Oneohtrix Point Never – Good Time Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
- Hinder – The Reign
- DCU: Batman and Harley Quinn
- Baywatch Extended + Theatrical
- The Lion King (Remastered)
- The Chris Gethard Show- August 17 at 11/10c (truTV)
- Episodes- August 20 at 10/9c (Showtime)
- The Last Ship- August 20 at 9/8c (TNT)
PS4 Fat, Slim and Pro PlayStation 4 Serial and Flash Pinouts
Following JaiCraB's PS4 UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver / Transmitter) PS4 Fat Diagrams, scene developer @xorloser shared some PlayStation 4 Serial and Flash Pinouts for the PS4 Slim and PS4 Pro consoles today! 
To briefly recap, earlier this year we saw a guide to Enable More Logs on Retail PS4 Console & MemPatch Payload ELF from @zecoxao and @oneman123 alongside confirmation from @flatz that 'Sony has finally made it properly' in his good bye, PS4 crash dumps announcement.
Here are some additional details from xorloser's recent Tweets on Twitter, where he unveiled his PS4 stack as qwertyoruiopz did a few months back:
For flash pinouts u can basically use MTX install diagrams, or one of the many flasher install diagrams.
I just made these for my own use, so not very beautiful. Credit to Jaicrab for the original uart points on FAT PS4.
To briefly recap, earlier this year we saw a guide to Enable More Logs on Retail PS4 Console & MemPatch Payload ELF from @zecoxao and @oneman123 alongside confirmation from @flatz that 'Sony has finally made it properly' in his good bye, PS4 crash dumps announcement.
Here are some additional details from xorloser's recent Tweets on Twitter, where he unveiled his PS4 stack as qwertyoruiopz did a few months back:
For flash pinouts u can basically use MTX install diagrams, or one of the many flasher install diagrams.
Code:
MTX install points
1 CS
2 SCLK
3 SI
4 SO
5 VCC (3V)
6 GND
Shape of the World PS4 Teaser Trailer, Launches in Early 2018
Upcoming PlayStation 4 title Shape of the World by Hollow Tree Games offers a blissful, first-person exploratory experience where players embark on a journey to discover secrets through evolving landscapes, flourishing plants and graceful creatures with a PS4 trailer video below. 
To quote from Lead Everything Dude Stu Maxwell: I would say that Shape of the World is about being on a visually and musically stunning journey as an outsider in a surreal world that reacts to your presence.
You won’t only be lost because you’re not certain of your location… you will be lost because this world does not feel or behave as you expect it to. You won’t just be walking on this journey, you will drift, swim, and even fly with the whales if you’re lucky.
Each step you take leaves a mark on the world you’re exploring. Your choices alter the world in vibrant and unanticipated ways, leaving you wondering what will happen with each path you take and every hollow you stumble upon.
When I started work on this game, my professional and family life were becoming quite busy, so I wanted to make a place where anyone could have fun, relax and enjoy their time.
For that reason, nothing is urging you forward in Shape of The World, no score is involved, no bloodthirsty beast is hunting you, no clock ticking to make you rush... The world is designed to let you experience it the way you want.
Last but not least, Shape of the World features integrated audio that responds to the player’s travels. The ambient soundtrack of my good friend and experienced sound designer Brent Silk blends seamlessly with the burgeoning nature of the game, and I have no doubt that it will leave you feeling rejuvenated and ready for anything tomorrow might have in store for you.
To quote from Lead Everything Dude Stu Maxwell: I would say that Shape of the World is about being on a visually and musically stunning journey as an outsider in a surreal world that reacts to your presence.
You won’t only be lost because you’re not certain of your location… you will be lost because this world does not feel or behave as you expect it to. You won’t just be walking on this journey, you will drift, swim, and even fly with the whales if you’re lucky.
Each step you take leaves a mark on the world you’re exploring. Your choices alter the world in vibrant and unanticipated ways, leaving you wondering what will happen with each path you take and every hollow you stumble upon.
When I started work on this game, my professional and family life were becoming quite busy, so I wanted to make a place where anyone could have fun, relax and enjoy their time.
For that reason, nothing is urging you forward in Shape of The World, no score is involved, no bloodthirsty beast is hunting you, no clock ticking to make you rush... The world is designed to let you experience it the way you want.
Last but not least, Shape of the World features integrated audio that responds to the player’s travels. The ambient soundtrack of my good friend and experienced sound designer Brent Silk blends seamlessly with the burgeoning nature of the game, and I have no doubt that it will leave you feeling rejuvenated and ready for anything tomorrow might have in store for you.
PS4 Firmware 5.0 Rumored to Stream Twitch at 1080p 60fps on PS4 Pro
Slated for release late this summer, PS4 Firmware 5.00 is currently accepting PlayStation 4 Beta Testers so if you haven't joined yet it would be wise to do so soon or you'll likely miss out. 
According to Eurogamer who obtained a copy of the update's release notes, the PS4 Pro is rumored to support Twitch streaming at 1080p 60fps and as part of their master / sub account system overhaul Sony will allow all users (currently for verified accounts) to follow anyone they wish over PlayStation Network.
Below are some additional details, to quote: "As of 5.0, you will be able to follow anyone's account, similar to the system on Xbox One. Currently you can do this just for verified accounts of note, such as the official accounts for games, and some individual developers and YouTubers.
Why the change?
Sony's documentation states this is to "encourage more sharing of content and more interactions". You'll also be able to follow whoever you want without needing a friend request to be verified, and without filling up your friend limit.
For developers, the change is to "boost the viral potential of UGC". In other words, when someone shares a cool video this will allow people following to see and share it further. You will be able to choose if you only want existing friends or anybody to follow you. You can block users, too.
Next, update 5.0 will give an expanded range of options for those who have "sub" or child accounts on their home console.
New family accounts will be able to feature multiple adult accounts in a family, able to act in a parent/guardian role and set parental controls on a per-account basis, so each child has different communications, content-viewing and spending limit privileges. Requests can also be sent to adult accounts on other PS4s to join the same family.
There will be a new web application to manage family accounts, and access parental controls/family membership options from your PC and smartphone. In the context of Sony's comments around keeping Minecraft and other cross-network games...
According to Eurogamer who obtained a copy of the update's release notes, the PS4 Pro is rumored to support Twitch streaming at 1080p 60fps and as part of their master / sub account system overhaul Sony will allow all users (currently for verified accounts) to follow anyone they wish over PlayStation Network.
Below are some additional details, to quote: "As of 5.0, you will be able to follow anyone's account, similar to the system on Xbox One. Currently you can do this just for verified accounts of note, such as the official accounts for games, and some individual developers and YouTubers.
Why the change?
Sony's documentation states this is to "encourage more sharing of content and more interactions". You'll also be able to follow whoever you want without needing a friend request to be verified, and without filling up your friend limit.
For developers, the change is to "boost the viral potential of UGC". In other words, when someone shares a cool video this will allow people following to see and share it further. You will be able to choose if you only want existing friends or anybody to follow you. You can block users, too.
Next, update 5.0 will give an expanded range of options for those who have "sub" or child accounts on their home console.
New family accounts will be able to feature multiple adult accounts in a family, able to act in a parent/guardian role and set parental controls on a per-account basis, so each child has different communications, content-viewing and spending limit privileges. Requests can also be sent to adult accounts on other PS4s to join the same family.
There will be a new web application to manage family accounts, and access parental controls/family membership options from your PC and smartphone. In the context of Sony's comments around keeping Minecraft and other cross-network games...