PS4 Update Will Let You Edit Gameplay Videos

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Sony's latest software update for the PS4 will finally add video editing tools, as well as a few other useful features.

One of the things the PlayStation 4 has sorely needed since launch is a more robust video editing suite. Sharing gameplay videos is simple enough, but trimming them down and adding user commentary has been just about impossible. Sony's latest software update for the system will finally add video editing tools, as well as a few other useful features.

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With this update, PS4 owners will be able to combine multiple clips, apply filters and transitions, add picture-in-picture video of yourself while playing (with the PlayStation Camera) and import your own audio tracks. While the blog post suggests you will be able to add "original music," we're assuming that prerecorded narration will also be supported.

Those looking to share their videos beyond Facebook (the only option at present) will also be pleased to learn about SHAREfactory's ability to export videos to an external USB drive. This will allows PS4 players to upload the video to other services. Sony has yet to reveal what format these videos will use, leaving the question of whether gamers could theoretically export raw video to edit in other programs unanswered.

In addition to a few minor fixes and updates, the v1.70 software will also add the ability to pre-load games before release. If you pre-order a game via PSN, the title will download and install days before release, and unlock once the game officially launches.

Sony points out that these upgrades are ones that fans have been requesting, and encourages PS4 owners to continue providing the company with feedback for future updates.

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Marshall Honorof was a senior editor for Tom's Guide, overseeing the site's coverage of gaming hardware and software. He comes from a science writing background, having studied paleomammalogy, biological anthropology, and the history of science and technology. After hours, you can find him practicing taekwondo or doing deep dives on classic sci-fi.

2 Comments Comment from the forums
  • LordConrad
    I don't know anyone who uses their PS4 to make gameplay videos. On the other hand, I know lots of people who would love the PS4 to gain DLNA streaming capability (the PS3 had it, why not the PS4). Let's focus on the important things first, shall we?
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  • TuffLittleUnit
    DLNA should be #1. Pretty much every other device in our household can stream from our family NAS bit not the PS4 (which fortunately I won rather than paid for). Stuff we have that does work: 3 * Wintel PC, 2 * Wintel laptop, 4 * Android tablets, 2 * iPhone, 2 * Android phone, PS3, Xbox 360, Popcorn Hour A200, WD Live, Asus O!Play, 2 * Samsung Smart TVs. Stuff that doesn't: PS4, washing machine, fridge, oven etc
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