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I was on during the Best Buy stock drop. They were releasing units every 5-7 minutes. I'd get in my cart, go to checkout and then it'd say "sorry not available anymore."

I had it in my cart 4 times through four rounds of releases and still wasn't able to actually purchase.
People on the reddit live chat had the same problem but eventually most of them picked one up. They think Kohl's (personally never heard of it) will be re-stocking soon but definitely keep your eye on that live discussion chat, it'll help you known when and where stock is available.
 

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Maybe it’s has been answered or it’s obvious but would a PS5 bought in the US for the US market work in the UK on a regular TV?
My buddy’s trying to get one for his kid for Christmas but all sold out seemingly over there in yerp.
He’s now thought of buying one from the US, shipping to my house (I’m in the US) then I’d post it to him..
 

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Maybe it’s has been answered or it’s obvious but would a PS5 bought in the US for the US market work in the UK?
My buddy’s trying to get one for his kid for Christmas but all sold out seemingly. He thought of buying one from Walmart, shipping to my house (I’m in the US) then I’d post it to him..
I'm not an expert so don't take this for gospel but I guess it would be like @altodevil's Series X from Norway - will work but needs a plug adapter.
 

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Maybe it’s has been answered or it’s obvious but would a PS5 bought in the US for the US market work in the UK on a regular TV?
My buddy’s trying to get one for his kid for Christmas but all sold out seemingly over there in yerp.
He’s now thought of buying one from the US, shipping to my house (I’m in the US) then I’d post it to him..
You need to look up the warranty info before doing that. Not sure it would be covered over here.
 

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Great service coming through on Sunday night. Shame you couldn't have it earlier but at least you have it now. Enjoy.
Luckily mine is quiet, can't even hear it (sorry @Alock1). Getting stuck in now, my kid has finally relinquished the controller and gone to bed.

Lovely! Enjoy setting it up! Its a brilliant console.
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I'm not an expert so don't take this for gospel but I guess it would be like @altodevil's Series X from Norway - will work but needs a plug adapter.
@utdalltheway only thing to check is the voltage input. If it is like the Xbox, all models use the same voltage, they just use different cable amperage to get it from the country supply. Plug adaptor fine if the cable works with our 230-250v supply.
 

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@utdalltheway only thing to check is the voltage input. If it is like the Xbox, all models use the same voltage, they just use different cable amperage to get it from the country supply. Plug adaptor fine if the cable works with our 230-250v supply.
So if you can get the voltage to work, the AC frequency and the video standards (PAL v NTSC) don’t matter? If that’s the case then it’s becomes a possibility.
 

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So if you can get the voltage to work, the AC frequency and the video standards (PAL v NTSC) don’t matter? If that’s the case then it’s becomes a possibility.
PS5 is dual voltage so just need to get correct cable and he will be sorted. I would be careful about just using plug adaptor due to voltage and amperage differences between UK and USA. EU and UK fine to use adaptor as voltages the same.
 

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So if you can get the voltage to work, the AC frequency and the video standards (PAL v NTSC) don’t matter? If that’s the case then it’s becomes a possibility.
PAL & NTSC are analog standards, anything connected over HDMI is only digital and there is no region distinction.
 

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:lol: you now get one free name change.


Downloaded the new app earlier, it seems better
I do want to change it but apparently there can be some consequence regarding game saves so I’m reluctant.

the new app is so much better! I’m liking that it tells me when my download is done.
 

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MM has an update today so might fix some of the crashing issues for people. Not crashed for me though.

I’m still avoiding rest mode for now, is that right? I did accidentally do it once but had no problems.
 

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MM has an update today so might fix some of the crashing issues for people. Not crashed for me though.

I’m still avoiding rest mode for now, is that right? I did accidentally do it once but had no problems.
I put mine in rest mode for the first time this morning will report if its a disaster when i'm back home but with the issue of the front USB port being useless at charging the controller (takes so long/does nothing at all) i need rest mode so i can keep my controller charged when i'm not playing.
 

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I put mine in rest mode for the first time this morning will report if its a disaster when i'm back home but with the issue of the front USB port being useless at charging the controller (takes so long/does nothing at all) i need rest mode so i can keep my controller charged when i'm not playing.
I'm in the same boat. I've been charging my spare controller using my phone charger.
 

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Best way to do it imo
It feels awkward.

I'm used to having a controller permanently charged because one would always be plugged and the PS4 was always in rest mode.

Hopefully they address the rest mode problems soon because I'd prefer to be able to charge through the console when I'm not using it.
 

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So the games that are downloaded onto the HDD, will they suffer with worse performances than games on the SSD?
 

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It’s a joke that there’s charging issues at all. Mine stopped charging at all never mind taking an age. Had to reset the controller. They’ve made a mess of this launch.
 

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I thought you can't actually play any games off the HDD? Just use them for storing and transferring of ps4 games.
You can play PS4 games off them. Just not PS5. Though I’ve read that even have the external storage plugged in may be causing problems too.
 

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It’s a joke that there’s charging issues at all. Mine stopped charging at all never mind taking an age. Had to reset the controller. They’ve made a mess of this launch.
I wouldn't go that far.

New tech will always have teething issues and hardware faults will occur regardless. You may just be unlucky and received a bum controller.
 

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You can play PS4 games off them. Just not PS5. Though I’ve read that even have the external storage plugged in may be causing problems too.
The PS4 games that are being played will they not get the ps5 upgrades? Or do they need to be on the SSD?