While some may have already heard the news by the leak on Reddit, or from the accidental reveal on the Chinese PlayStation Blog, Sony has recently released the PlayStation 4 Update 4.50.

Although many of the changes in the PlayStation 4 Update 4.50 are not immediately noticeable, some of the more notable modifications include being able to connect an external HD for outside storage of up to 8 TB, using a smartphone for voice chat when Remote Play is enabled, and using screenshots to customize the homescreen background.

Here is a list of some of the more notable features added in the 4.50 Update:

* Able to use a USB storage device for installing or moving applications from the PS4’s HD.

* Use Remote Play on a Windows PC, Mac, Xperia Smartphone, or Xperia Tablet for access to the voice chat in games and parties.

* Use screenshots to customize the home screen background.

* Online status is now visible when signed into the PlayStation App.

* Post screenshots directly to Activities via the Share button.

* Able to post animated GIFs to Activities and social applications.

* Notifications now appear in a single list

* Creating and joining other party features are easier in the quick menu.

* Blu-ray 3D is now supported by PlayStation VR.

For a full list of the PlayStation 4 Update 4.50 features, or if you’re looking for a fresh installment of the full system software, click HERE.