With these new features, the PlayStation Portal becomes really portable

PlayStation Portal is getting a dream feature just before the holidays. The remote player for the PS5 is currently used by millions of people who prefer to access their PS5 on a smaller screen, both for comfort and to use the main screen. While it's not really a console, many people are planning to take PlayStation Portal on holiday.

ÇQuite conveniently, Sony is adding the ability to connect to public Wi-Fi networks, something that was absolutely not possible before. The update Updating the device therefore allows it to accept networks that require you to open a login page, asking you to create an account or enter credentials. This applies to hotels, cafes, and even airport and train station Wi-Fi. Hiromi Wakai, Vice President of Product Management, explains in a press release:

Some other new features

It is worth noting that this feature is not yet fully compatible with all public Wi-Fi networks. Some networks may not be supported, either due to their quality or to due to the overly complex connection method. Sony still recommends using PlayStation Portal at home, where Wi-Fi quality can be controlled and where outages are less likely. It is also a security issue.

Support for public Wi-Fi isn't the only new feature in PlayStation Portal. The update adds visual feedback when using the touchpad on the screen. Your finger movements will be temporarily marked so you can track your actions more precisely. Finally, the PlayStation Portal displays a new feature that may please the anxious. The machine now shows the remaining percentage of its battery. No more guesswork with the simple symbol and its three fill bars, you can precisely control the autonomy of your device.