![PS4 Is Slow and Lagging? Fix It And Make It Faster [2023]](https://www.ps4storage.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/slow_ps4.jpg)
When you first purchased your PS4, it delivered smooth, lightning-fast performance. However, as time passed, you might have noticed your PS4 slowing down and lagging. This can be incredibly frustrating, but the good news is that there are numerous effective solutions available. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore common PS4 slowness issues and provide you…
![Best PS4 Internal Hard Drive Replacements [2024]](https://www.ps4storage.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/ps4_internal_hdd_upgrade.jpg)
Upgrading the old stock PS4 internal hard drive to an SSD or, at least, a newer classical hard disk drive (HDD) is what any PS4 power user tends to do if they don’t plan to buy a PS5 any sooner. Just like how PS5 enthusiasts do when they upgrade their PS5 internal storage with an…
![PS4 External Hard Drive NOT Recognized NOT Working [Fixed]](https://www.ps4storage.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/external_hdd.jpg)
Many PS4 users complain that their PS4 external hard drive is not recognized, thus not working on their PS4. They try to connect their external hard drive to PS4, but the PS4 system won’t recognize it, and the PS4 external HDD won’t work. This is just a pesky situation for which many users seek a…
![PS4 Freezing & Crashing | Troubleshooting Guide [2023]](https://www.ps4storage.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/ps4_frozen.jpg)
There are many reasons why the PS4 would start freezing and crashing especially when it ages. Just like any typical electronic device, when the PS4 gets older, lots of junk files accumulate in the system cache as well as dust inside the body of the console that leads it to overheat and, as a result,…
![PS4 Is Overheating | Symptoms, Causes & Solutions [2023]](https://www.ps4storage.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/ps4-overheating.jpg)
Heat is the deadly enemy of electronic components, and when the PS4 is overheating, lots of issues would occur that would badly impact system performance and how PS4 is supposed to work. When your PS4 is running slow and lagging or it keeps freezing and crashing, always suspect there’s an overheating issue going on with…
![PS4 Error Code (CE-34878-0) Troubleshooting Guide [2024]](https://www.ps4storage.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/ps4-errorce-34878-0_fix.jpg)
If you’re getting the error code (CE-34878-0) on your PS4 while you’re playing or even when starting up your system, this is certainly not a good omen. It indicates that the PS4 system is undergoing a serious problem that prevents it from functioning properly or at all. For that reason, PS4 Error Code (CE-34878-0) is…
Unless you have an issue on your game console, your PS4 should turn off with the click of an option. If the PS4 system won’t turn off despite repetitive attempts, there’s probably a problematic element on your device. Sometimes it’s a bit tricky to find out exactly why the PS4 won’t turn off normally without…
Owning a PlayStation 5 is an amazing experience — until you realize how quickly that 825GB of built-in storage runs out. Between massive next-gen titles, updates, and downloadable content, it doesn’t take long before you’re forced to delete games just to install new ones. Thankfully, Sony designed the PS5 with flexibility in mind. You can…
Yesterday, Yahoo Finance brought in two industry analysts, Andrew Merrick of Raymond James and Michael Pachter of Wedbush Securities to discuss the EA deal. That’s when Michael Pachter argued that the industry is moving towards connected TV, cloud streaming, and AI-powered distribution, whereas Sony is still heavily hardware-dependent. Things got interesting when he got asked…
Former Blizzard boss Mike Ybarra isn’t buying into the narrative that console gaming is on its way out. In a series of comments online, Ybarra argued that consoles remain a viable business model—if companies execute properly. The State of Console Gaming Over the past few generations, the console industry has faced mounting challenges. Price hikes…
The PlayStation 5 has officially become Sony’s most successful console generation to date. According to Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Hideaki Nishino, the PS5 era has generated an impressive $136 billion in sales, surpassing all previous PlayStation generations in overall revenue. The achievement is especially notable given the PS5’s rocky start. Launched in the middle of…
If you’re reading this, you’ve probably run into the most common PS5 problem: that dreaded “Not Enough Free Space” notification. You’re faced with a tough choice—which beloved game do you delete to make room for a new one? An internal SSD upgrade is the perfect solution. It adds a massive amount of storage that works…
A PS5 black screen can turn a quick gaming session into a headache. You press power, you might even hear the console hum and the UI “clicks,” but the TV or monitor stays dark or shows No Signal. The good news: in the vast majority of cases this is a settings, cable, or HDMI-handshake problem—not…
If your PS5 controller (DualSense or DualSense Edge) won’t connect—whether over USB or Bluetooth—you’re not alone. Gamers often report blue-blinking lights that never pair, controllers that only charge but aren’t detected, and random disconnects mid-match. It’s frustrating, breaks immersion, and can ruin online sessions or split-screen nights. This guide gathers the most reliable fixes from…
Nothing kills a gaming session faster than a surprise error code — and PS5 Error Code CE‑117773‑6 is one of the most confusing and frustrating. It typically shows up when players try to access or renew a PlayStation Plus subscription, download a game included with PS Plus, or activate multiplayer features. Many report messages such…
PS5 error code CE-108255-1 is a nightmare for gamers. It typically pops up when launching or playing a game, often with the message:“Something went wrong with this game or app.” But it doesn’t just show up once—it keeps coming back, often making games completely unplayable. Some users report specific games like NBA 2K23 or Call…
Few things ruin a gaming session faster than a controller that doesn’t respond when you need it most. For many PlayStation 5 users, an increasingly common issue is PS5 controller buttons not working—whether it’s the X button, Triangle button, or even the PS button. These malfunctions range from occasional unresponsiveness to completely dead buttons, making…