Published 17:41 IST, October 16th 2020

PS5 won't record voice chats secretly with the new Party Chat system; Details here

Sony has confirmed that the PS5 won't record the voice chats of users with new Party Chat update. Continue reading to learn all about the Party Chat system.

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Sony has released a new system update for PlayStation 4 which introduces a number of changes to console, including dition of new avatars, updated parental controls system, improved two-step verification and more. Of many features available, one of biggest highlights of new firmware is a system which unifies Messs and Party feature.

While update brings a lot of intriguing features, t every change is well received by console owners. A number of users have been concerned about a warning that pops up on Quick Menu p after updating latest firmware. mess res, "Voice chats may be recorded for moderation. By joining, you agree to being recorded."

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PS5 Party Chat system

Party Chat alerts users that y may be recorded for moderation purposes which is obviously concerning for console owners. However, it was soon confirmed that Chat feature doesn't exactly apply to PS4 owners, but PlayStation 5. And while it is concerning for those looking to purchase PS5, Sony has finally confirmed on its Twitter handle that company does t record any party chats of users. In fact, it is or users who can record se conversations and send m to company for moderation.

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This means that feature will be available on  PS5 console at launch and will allow users to record  chats and send m to Sony for review.

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PS5 release date

PS5 release date has been revealed by Sony. next-gen gaming console will first arrive in rth America, Mexico, Japan, New Zealand, Australia, and South Korea regions on vember 12, 2020. rest of world will be able to claim  PS5 starting vember 19, 2020.

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PS5 pre order

Sony has currently stopped accepting direct pre-orders on its website; however, fans are w awaiting third wave of PS5 pre-orders which may soon go live. Sony is yet to offer details on when we can expect next allotment; however, it is believed that it could be much bigger than earlier two.

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17:41 IST, October 16th 2020