Sony has up to date its PlayStation 5 gaming console, introducing Dolby Atmos compatibility to the console for the primary time.
The replace, which is accessible to put in on PS5 gadgets from as we speak (13 September), sees immersive audio capabilities added, helps you to silence the console’s boot-up sound (which some customers bemoan), and in addition facilitates the pairing of a second controller so you possibly can assist out studying players who is perhaps caught.
You’ll be able to hear video games and movies in Dolby Atmos through Sony’s Sony 3D Audio characteristic, often called Tempest 3D AudioTech. This lets you connect with Dolby Atmos-compatible gadgets similar to soundbars, good audio system, residence cinema techniques and extra.
Sony has acknowledged that this replace additionally lets streaming apps make use of Dolby Atmos audio however builders are required to replace its apps to accommodate for this spatial audio characteristic.
The PlayStation crew appears to be sharpening its deal with audio for the PS5. Final month, the corporate acquired Audeze, a professional audio and audiophile model revered for its planar-magnetic headphones. We might properly see PlayStation-branded Audeze headphones materialise quickly.
Having wealthy, correct immersive sound at house is changing into a extra fashionable demand for informal audio customers. Dolby is aware of this, and just lately revealed FlexConnect, a versatile Dolby Atmos system that allows you to customise the association of Atmos-compatible wi-fi audio system.
FlexConnect helps you to tailor your wi-fi speaker setup round you, letting you place the audio system wherever you need in your residing area with out the necessity to contemplate room measurement, electrical sockets, or furnishings association.
In case you’re but to expertise Dolby Atmos audio and are based mostly in London, Tileyard Studios has launched a brand new immersive listening area, The Gallery, for Dolby Atmos playback classes.
In case you’re a PS5 consumer, head to ps.com to learn to set up the brand new replace and implement Dolby Atmos audio.
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