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Best phone mounts for PlayStation 4

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Posted by Jen Karner on 21 Jul 2017 3:00 pm
With a phone mount, you can play no matter where you are. PlayStation 4 is a beloved console because it has hundreds of excellent games, access to movies through Sony's store, and plenty of apps that let you get at the content you want to enjoy. What if you're not able to snag the television from your roomie, though? Well, if for whatever reason you can't play on that sweet big screen, you can...

Add some color to your gaming with these lighting hacks for PlayStation 4!

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Posted by Jen Karner on 6 Jul 2017 1:00 pm
Spice up your setup with some light! Making your PlayStation 4 stand out a bit from the crowd doesn't have to mean getting a fancy entertainment center or becoming a guru at cord management. With a few lighting hacks, you can ensure that when you're gaming, it isn't quite the same experience everyone else gets when they are at home. Whether it's disabling your controller's lightbar or adding...

It's easy to upgrade your PlayStation 4 storage with an external hard drive

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Posted by Jen Karner on 29 Jun 2017 2:00 pm
Upgrading your hard drive is as easy as plugging in a compatible external hard drive. It used to be when you bought a console, upgrading your storage was something that was easier said than done. When you initially pick up a PlayStation 4, 500GB or a full Terabyte of space seems like a lot. In reality though, that might only hold 15 or 20 games. If you intend on purchasing plenty of digital...

Should you wall mount your PlayStation 4?

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Posted by Jen Karner on 28 Jun 2017 7:00 am
Wall mounting your PlayStation 4 is a great option for those who want their console out of the way. Keeping your PlayStation 4 clean and safe from having things stacked on it can be a real hassle, especially if you live in a house with children, pets, or unruly roommates. There is a solution, though. By wall mounting your console you can keep it safe from tiny fingers, and ensure that cleaning...

Decal stickers can help hide the lightbar on your DualShock 4 controller!

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Posted by Jen Karner on 14 Jun 2017 3:00 pm
You don't need to have a glowing controller with these hacks to hide the PS4's DualShock 4 lightbar. Plenty of gamers prefer to play their games in a dim or darkened room so that they're more immersed in what is going on in front of them. However, PlayStation 4 players have been a bit aggravated by the lightbar on DualShock 4 controllers. Thankfully there are some neat and easy ways to hide...

Xbox One X versus PlayStation 4 Pro: Which high-end console brings the better hardware?

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Posted by Jerry Hildenbrand on 11 Jun 2017 5:38 pm
Microsoft's new Xbox One X brings some beefy specs. Tonight at E3 in Los Angeles Microsoft introduced the new Xbox One X and it's time to compare their best to Sony's latest and greatest. The Xbox has become more than just a game console as Microsoft has focused on making it another part of the expansive Windows platform. Meanwhile, Sony has focused on adding features to the PlayStation to...

Best Vertical Docks for PlayStation 4

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Posted by Jen Karner on 8 Jun 2017 8:00 am
So long as you have a decent dock, standing your PlayStation 4 up vertically isn't a problem. While your PlayStation 4 console has a sturdy base to sit on horizontally, there is a way to save some space on the entertainment center. By using a dock, you can easily ensure that, when standing vertically, your console is stable and ready to give you access to your games, music, and movies. Keten...

All of the PlayStation 2 games that are available to play on your PS4

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Posted by Jerry Hildenbrand on 5 Jun 2017 10:00 am
Breathe some new life into your old favorites by playing them on your PS4. In 2015 Sony started bringing PlayStation 2 games to the PlayStation 4 and now the number of games supported is too big to memorize. That means it's time for a list! There are over 40 games available and they've been updated to include PSN Trophies and other PS4 features like Remote Play, posting to your Activity Feed...

Best hard drive for upgrading your PlayStation 4 storage

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Posted by Jen Karner on 2 Jun 2017 3:00 pm
Get all the space you need with an external hard drive. While your PlayStation 4 might initially seem like it has all the space in the world for games, apps, and movies, eventually you're going to run out of room. Instead of deleting old saves or removing games from your system entirely, you can upgrade your space with an external hard drive. We've got the details on how to pick the right one...

Getting the most out of the PS4 share function

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Posted by Jen Karner on 1 Jun 2017 1:00 pm
Share all your epic gaming highlights with the PS4's Share function! Video game consoles can let you explore an irradiated planet, or try to survive the night while a pack of murderous Wendigos hunts down you and your friends. No matter what kind of adventures you are diving into, there may come a time when you want to share your epic quests with your friends. That is where PlayStation 4's...

Does your PlayStation VR need extra cooling fans to avoid overheating?

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Posted by Jen Karner on 31 May 2017 1:00 pm
Heat is part of the deal when you're playing PlayStation 4. PlayStation 4 delivers tons of great content — from VR experiences to Netflix and Hulu, to its massive library of great games for you to dive into. You might be worried about how hot your system gets when it's in use though, and whether you need to bite the bullet and pick up an additional fan for cooling. While this is a fairly...

Everything you can do with the PlayStation Aim controller

Posted by Jen Karner on 18 May 2017 10:30 am
A full controller pretending to be a move controller. The PlayStation Aim controller was built to bring a new layer of immersion to PlayStation VR games where you're shooting anything that moves, but it's good for much more than feeling like a gun when you can't see the real world. It's got the functionality of a DualShock controller in an entirely new format, and we have the details on...

PS4 vs. PS4 Slim vs. PS4 Pro: Which should you buy?

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Posted by Russell Holly on 27 Apr 2017 2:00 pm
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Which PlayStation 4 should I buy? Update 4/27/17: This article has been updated with new information on PlayStation 4 updates and new bundles available for the current models. Anyone looking to buy a PlayStation for family now have three options that look very similar. You've got the original PlayStation 4, the new slimmer PlayStation 4 with the exact same branding on the box as the original...

PlayStation 4 Slim now comes with a 1TB hard drive for the same price

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Posted by Harish Jonnalagadda on 19 Apr 2017 7:34 am
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PlayStation 4 Slim now offers a 1TB hard drive at the same $299 price point. Back when the PlayStation 4 Slim made its debut in September, it came with a 500GB hard drive. Sony is now upgrading the storage to 1TB while retaining the $299 price point.

Best Playstation 4 Bundle Deals for March 2017

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Posted by Jared DiPane on 28 Mar 2017 2:00 pm
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Looking to pick up a PlayStation 4 for yourself or as a gift but don't want to pay full price for it? Here are some of the best bundles available right now! Consoles are always going on sale, and there are always different deals that include games, controllers, and other accessories, but hunting them down isn't always the easiest thing. Whether you are looking for an original PlayStation 4,...

How to get the N7 armor in Mass Effect: Andromeda

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Posted by Jerry Hildenbrand on 23 Mar 2017 1:16 pm
Because how your armor looks is more important than how well it protects you. There's a lot of stuff to do in Mass Effect: Andromeda and mixed in are plenty of nods back to the original trilogy. One of them is the N7 armor that you can unlock and craft in the game. It's pretty easy to do and doesn't require any tough missions or super rare materials. You can also do it early and it makes for...

Mass Effect: Andromeda Tips and Tricks

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Posted by Russell Holly on 21 Mar 2017 5:00 pm
It's so easy to wind up dead in this game... Mass Effect: Andromeda can be downright brutal sometimes. Everything on these planets are trying to kill you! Most of the enemies hit just as hard as you do, and that doesn't really get better as you gain more armor and better weapons. The terrain is rough, and sometimes your squad AI can be kind of... bad. If you're having trouble making all of...

The first five things you need to know about Mass Effect: Andromeda

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Posted by Jen Karner on 21 Mar 2017 6:12 am
There is plenty to do in Mass Effect: Andromeda, so be ready to dive in. The Mass Effect franchise has officially returned with the fourth installment in the series, and everything here is very shiny and new. A new galaxy, new set of characters, and plenty of new content to delve into. Don't be worried if you're a returning fan though, there are plenty of nods to the original trilogy, and this...

How to use an Elgato to stream video from your PlayStation 4

Posted by Jen Karner on 19 Mar 2017 9:35 am
Elgato makes streaming more versatile, no matter which service you prefer using. Sharing your gameplay by streaming is pretty easy and baked into PlayStation 4 if you want to stream to Twitch. If your prefer a different service then you may have taken a look at using an Elgato to help facilitate your gaming. While the initial setup of using an Elgato can seem a bit daunting, it's actually...

Best External Hard Drives for PlayStation 4

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Posted by Russell Holly on 15 Mar 2017 11:00 am
The days of cracking open a PS4 for expansion are over! At long last, PlayStation 4 owners can update their consoles with increased storage without needing to void the warranty to install a bigger drive themselves. The 4.5 update from Sony made it possible to connect any USB 3.0 hard drive to the console and make that storage part of the experience. No more storage concerns, and no more...

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