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Latest PS5 System Update Introduces Serial Number Visibility and Controller Enhancements

PlayStation 5 owners can now access their console and controller serial numbers directly through the system interface following the latest firmware update. The update also brings stability improvements to the DualSense Edge wireless controller and enhances various system performance aspects. This marks the second system update this month as Sony continues refining the PS5 experience.

New PS5 Firmware Update Released

Sony has deployed a fresh system software update for PlayStation 5 consoles, according to recent reports from the gaming community. The update, identified as Version: 25.07-12.20.00, introduces several functional improvements beyond the typical stability enhancements that characterize most incremental updates.

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Windows Recovery Environment Rendered Inoperable by Security Patch, Microsoft Investigating

Microsoft’s latest security update has inadvertently crippled the Windows Recovery Environment, making USB keyboards and mice non-functional during system recovery. The company acknowledges the issue but has yet to provide a permanent solution, leaving users with limited workaround options.

Security Update Disables Critical Recovery Tools

A recently deployed security update from Microsoft has reportedly rendered the Windows Recovery Environment virtually unusable for many Windows 11 users. According to reports, the update released on October 14, 2025, causes USB keyboards and mice to become unresponsive within the recovery interface, preventing users from executing repair commands when their systems encounter problems.