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PlayStation Vita Firmware Changelog

What's new in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.68

Jun 30, 2018
  • This system software update improves system performance.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.67 (Nov 29, 2017)

  • System software stability during use of some features has been improved.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.65 (Apr 19, 2017)

  • System software stability during use of some features has been improved.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.63 (Nov 2, 2016)

  • This system software update improves the quality of the system performance

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.61 (Aug 9, 2016)

  • This system software update improves system performance.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.60 (Apr 11, 2016)

  • This system software update improves system performance.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.57 (Jan 21, 2016)

  • Support for Facebook features on the PS Vita and PSTV systems has been discontinued.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.55 (Oct 1, 2015)

  • You can now adjust the setting for video resolution when using remote play on a PS Vita system. Select (PS4 Link) > [Start] > (Options) > [Settings] > [Video Quality for Remote Play] > [Resolution].
  • If video or audio skips during playback, try selecting [Low (360p)] to help improve the quality.
  • You can now restrict (Email) from starting.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.51 (May 14, 2015)

  • System software stability during use of some features has been improved.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.50 (Mar 26, 2015)

  • PlayStation™Network:
  • "PSNSM" has been renamed as "PlayStation™Network".
  • (PS4 Link):
  • You can now adjust the smoothness of video for Remote Play. Select (PS4 Link) > [Start] > (Options) > [Settings] > [Video Quality for Remote Play] > [Frame Rate]. If you select [High], you will not be able to record gameplay on the PS4™ system while using Remote Play.
  • (Videos):
  • Performance of the scene search feature has been improved.
  • The playback speed for video in 1080 resolution can now be adjusted to 1.5x.
  • (Maps):
  • (Maps) has been removed from the PS Vita system software.
  • (near):
  • Features related to (Maps) that display addresses and maps have been removed.
  • (Settings):
  • [Accessibility] has been added.
  • Settings such as zooming, inverted colors, adjusting text size and shape, and closed captions have been added for ease of use.
  • The [Chat] setting under [PlayStation™Network] > [Sub Account Management] has been renamed as [Chat/User-Generated Media].
  • You can now restrict sub account users from sending and receiving (Messages from other players) in (Messages). To restrict use, select [Do Not Allow] in [PlayStation™Network] > [Sub Account Management] > [Chat/User-Generated Media].

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.36 (Jan 15, 2015)

  • Operations quality during use of some applications has been improved.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.35 (Oct 28, 2014)

  • - Up to four people can now be logged in at the same time to use Remote Play on the PlayStation TV system.
  • - You can now adjust the video quality for Remote Play on the PS TV system according to your network environment. Select (PS4 Link) > [Start] > (Options) > [Settings] > [Video Quality for Remote Play]. If Remote Play is not working properly, you can try selecting [Standard] to help improve the quality.
  • - To connect to a PS4 system using Remote Play with a PS Vita system or PS TV system that has been updated to system software version 3.15 or later, the system software of the PS4 system must be version 1.70 or later.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.30 (Oct 4, 2014)

  • Settings:
  • Added [Theme & Background]. You can download themes from (PS Store) to change the icons and backgrounds displayed on the home screen
  • Trophies:
  • You can now see how rare a trophy is. Select (PSNSM) and select the title.
  • Calendar:
  • You can now add other players besides your Friends when you create events.
  • You can now save events received through (Messages) and (E-mail). Select the (calendar file) inside the message to view the event, then select (Options) > [Add to Calendar] to save the event to your calendar.
  • Other:
  • References to the product name on VTE-1000 series system screens have been changed to [PlayStationTV] or [PS TV].
  • You can now adjust the volume level of your PS TV system. Press and hold the PS button, and then select [Master Volume] on the screen that is displayed.
  • Browser:
  • You can now close all windows at once. Select (Window) > (Options) > [Close All Windows] > [OK].
  • The display speed of Web pages has been improved.
  • Support for HTML5 and JavaScript has been enhanced.
  • Calendar:
  • LiveAreaTM can now display up to 6 events scheduled today or later.
  • You can now set the color of the days in the calendar. Select (Options) > [Settings] > [Day Color] on the calendar screen.
  • Settings:
  • [Noumea] was added to [Date & Time] > [Time Zone].
  • Support for Daylight Savings Time was added for Wellington (New Zealand).
  • Several languages were added to [Devices] > [External Keyboard] > [Type]. Languages other than Japanese and English can be typed from a Bluetooth keyboard connected to a PS Vita system or PS TV system.
  • Other:
  • You can now use four wireless controllers simultaneously with a PS TV system.
  • Some games have a set number of controllers that can be used simultaneously to play.
  • Up to two players can now play simultaneously on the (PS4 Link) remote play.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.18 (Aug 8, 2014)

  • Fixes:
  • System software stability during use of some features has been improved.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.15 (May 1, 2014)

  • You can now perform device registration (pairing) for remote play via the Internet. When registering a device via the Internet, registration is performed automatically. You do not have to enter any numbers for registration.
  • If you have not already set the current PlayStation4 as your primary system, you must select (Settings) > [PSNSM] > [Activate as Your Primary PS4] > [Activate].
  • Default button assignments for remote play have been changed.
  • To verify button assignments, press the PS button, and then select (Button Guide) in the toolbar that is displayed.
  • (Settings) has been added to the toolbar that is displayed when you press the PS button while using remote play. You can adjust whether feedback is shown on the screen when you touch the screen (touchscreen) or the rear touch pad.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.12 (Mar 28, 2014)

  • Improves system stability during use of some features
  • Some PlayStation Vita consoles with 32 GB Memory card either shut themself down or go into a constant reboot after installation of PS Vita Firmware 3.10 Update.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.10 (Mar 25, 2014)

  • Home screen:
  • Good news for you all – you will now be able to display over 100 applications on Home screen. The limit has been increased to 500 icons.
  • Messages:
  • You will now be able to exchange voice messages. The PS4 has the same feature so you can exchange voice messages with your friends who are playing PS4.
  • Parental controls:
  • We have enhanced the parental control features. You will be able to restrict PS Store access, and with a children’s age guide for each level it is easier to find the right level for your children. We’ve also added an information guide for TrendMicro web security.
  • Calendar:
  • With the Calendar app, you’ll be able to create gameplay events with your friends and sync your calendar with Google Calendar. You’ll also be able to invite your friends to share events by using Messages and Email.
  • Content Manager:
  • You can check and manage Memory Card usage with Manage Content on Memory Card.
  • See other updates below:
  • Music – You will now be able to search for content saved on a connected device such as a PC.
  • Video – You’ll be able to now sort content by size.
  • Photo:
  • Rotate Screen Automatically has been added to Photos to control tilt sensor for rotation of images.
  • Freeform has been added to the Panoramic mode selection list.
  • Settings:
  • Adjust Daylight Saving Automatically has been added.
  • 30 minutes has been added in Enter Standby Mode Automatically.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.01 (Dec 10, 2013)

  • Improve system stability

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 3.00 (Nov 5, 2013)

  • Fixes:
  • PS4 Link
  • The PS4 Link app has been added to the PS Vita system’s home screen. With this application, you can use your PS Vita to remotely control a PS4 system, and play a range of PS4 games on your PS Vita screen. When you’re playing a game on PS4 that supports second screen features, you can also display information from that game on your PS Vita and use it as a second screen.
  • Parental Controls:
  • The Parental Controls application has been added to the home screen. You can now manage the duration of game play, and the use of games and videos that have parental controls. You can also control access to certain areas of the system, including the use of the Internet browser and Location Data.
  • Photos:
  • A Panoramic Camera setting has been added. You can now take panoramic photos on PS Vita, and look around the photo by using the PS Vita’s built-in motion sensor.
  • Friends:
  • The application layout for Friends has been improved. There are now four tabs: Find Player on PSN, Friends, Friend Requests, and Players Blocked
  • Messages:
  • The Group Messaging application name and icon have been changed to Messages. The application layout has also been improved, and you can now send and receive messages with friends and players on PS4 or on mobile devices installed with PlayStation App.
  • Party:
  • The icon for the Party application has been changed. You can now voice chat and text chat with friends and players on PS4.
  • Email:
  • You can now sync the contacts saved in your email account from services including Gmail and Yahoo! Mail. To sync your contacts, select Contact List > Options > [CardDAV Settings] > [Add CardDAV Account], and then follow the screens.
  • Content Manager:
  • You can now use Wi-Fi to connect your PS Vita to a PS3, and transfer data between them. Your PS Vita and PS3 must be connected within the same network.? Also, to use this feature, the system software of the PS3 you’re using must be version 4.50 or later.
  • PS3 Remote Play:
  • The Remote Play application name and icon have been changed to PS3 Remote Play.
  • Settings:
  • You can now download future system software updates automatically.
  • Trophies:
  • You can now display Trophies of PS4 software on your PS Vita. Rarity of the trophy cannot be displayed.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 2.60 (Aug 6, 2013)

  • You can now easily upload and download your saved data using online storage. Select the PlayStation Plus icon on the LiveArea screen for each application.
  • Some items have been added to the menu that appears when you press and hold the PS button.
  • [Devices] has been newly added under [Settings], and [Bluetooth Settings] has been moved under [Devices]
  • In addition, the usability of many features has been improved.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 2.11 (Apr 29, 2013)

  • System software stability during use of some features has been improved.

New in PlayStation Vita Firmware 1.81 (Oct 22, 2012)

  • System software stability during use of some features has been improved.