The Sony PlayStation 4 console now has a PS4 Media Player app. Sony made the announcement on its blog and the system has grown substantially since then. PlayStation 3 users who upgraded to PlayStation 4, and missed the Media Player app can now rejoice. In recent months regular PS4 Media Player update additions have also been made to the system.
The Media Player app on PlayStation 4 can play video as well as audio files from a USB drive or a home server stream. Sony claims it has been one of the top most requested features from users. Indeed, most PS4 Media Player update additions have been big PS4 News items. The PS4 Media Player app is already available on the PlayStation Store, and users can download it for free of course.
Once installed, the Media Player icon will appear in the PS4 content area. Users’ home server will also appear as a media option in the player, and navigation will be much easier now. You can also enjoy some background music on your console through the PlayStation 4 Media player.
Sony has ensured that its PS4 Media Player app supports almost all major audio and video file formats including MKV, AVI, MP4, MP3, and AAC.
The media player will also be able to process and display users’ photos in JPG, PNG, and BMP. This will make sure users are able to access almost all kinds of videos, audio, and photos on their console.
PS4 Media Player Update
There have been a number of updates made to the PS4 media player, including support for additional formats. Notable PS4 media player update highlights include FLAC and up-scaled music support.
Improvements have also been made to the players audio experience. The PS4’s media player will play hi-res audio files and upscale lower resolution audio.
PS VR Support Added to PS4 Media Player
PS4 media player has also had PS VR support added. This means that you can now enjoy 360° videos and images using your PlayStation VR headset. To turn on the function on your PS VR headset simply connect it to your PS4 console. Once your PS VR and PS4 are connected, navigate to the PS4 Media Player’s Options menu and activate ‘VR mode.’
Consequently, you’ll now be able to enjoy your chosen in VR. The PS4 media player update roundup doesn’t end there; Sony recently added support for 4K graphics. The 4K video support is aimed at the PS4 Pro console and also adds support for VR videos in 4K.
Sony’s continued PS4 media player updates and support for its newer hardware is commendable. This shows that the company is commited to the PS4 and PS4 Pro consoles as well as the PS VR headset. We can invest in the above systems knowing they will get regular updates. Adding support for more modern formats such as VR is also great for prolonging the life of the devices.
The Media Player app will make it easier for users to make the PlayStation 4 their preferred choice of device for the living room. Being able to view videos and listen to music is probably the biggest use case of a living room friendly device. And now with support for virtual reality and 4K resolution videos, the PS4 Media Player is a true entertainment hub.
