{"id":7484,"date":"2026-09-25T08:26:16","date_gmt":"2026-09-25T08:26:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/overhypedgamer.com\/?p=7484"},"modified":"2026-09-25T08:26:19","modified_gmt":"2026-09-25T08:26:19","slug":"playstation-portal-update-80-charge-limit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/overhypedgamer.com\/hr\/playstation-portal-update-80-charge-limit\/","title":{"rendered":"PlayStation Portal Update Adds 80% Charge Limit to Protect Battery Health"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sony has released PlayStation<\/a> Portal system software update 7.1.7, introducing a new 80% charging limit designed to improve the device’s long-term battery health.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The September update changes how PlayStation <\/a>Portal handles charging, with the 80% battery limit enabled by default<\/strong> after installing the latest system software.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sony says the feature is intended to reduce battery degradation over time, particularly for players who frequently leave their Portal connected to a charger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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PlayStation Portal Now Stops Charging at 80%<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Players can manage the new setting by heading to Settings > System > Battery<\/strong> on PlayStation Portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Players can disable the limit if they prefer to charge beyond 80%, although keeping the feature enabled is designed to help reduce long-term battery degradation.<\/code><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

The approach is similar to battery protection features already available on many smartphones, laptops and other portable devices, where limiting maximum charge can help preserve lithium-ion battery health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Update 7.1.7 also includes general improvements to performanse i stabilnost sistemskog softvera<\/strong>, along with changes to messages and usability on certain screens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sony notes that PlayStation Link devices must also be updated to their latest software before connecting to PlayStation Portal. The USB adapter can be updated by connecting it to a PS5 or PC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The complete update details are available through the official PlayStation Portal system software page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If your PlayStation Portal suddenly stops charging at 80% after installing update 7.1.7, this new setting is the reason.<\/code><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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