11 Things We Learned From PlayStation Meeting 2016

2. Every PS4 Will Be HDR Capable

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A firmware update will be rolling out next week that will bring HDR to every PS4 model on the market, meaning that while current owners won't be able to get the full 4K experience out of their console, they'll at least enjoy an upswing in visual acuity all the same.

On its own, HDR (high dynamic range) attempts to better replicate the human eye's range of luminance, specifically the contrast between light and darkness.

Sony showed off some Days Gone footage to exemplify the benefits HDR can bring, and the fact that even those who purchased a PS4 back in 2013 will be able to enjoy stronger visual quality is a nice consolation prize for them.

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