Sony just made life easier for PlayStation fans. With the latest PS5 system update released on September 17, 2025, the DualSense controller finally gains a much-requested feature: the ability to pair with multiple devices at the same time. No more re-pairing your controller every time you switch between your PS5, PC, or smartphone. A quick button combination now handles everything. Here’s how it works, step by step.
Step 1: Update Your PS5 and DualSense
Before you can use multi-device pairing, make sure both your PS5 console and DualSense controller (or DualSense Edge) are up to date.
Update your PS5
The minimum required system software is version 25.06-12.00.00. To check and update:
1- Go to Settings → System → System Software.
2- Select System Feature Updates.
3- Choose Update System Software if one is available.
Update your DualSense controller
After updating your console, you should automatically see a prompt to update the controller. Accept it and let the process finish.
If no message appears, you can do it manually:
1- Go to Settings → Accessories → Controller (General).
2- Select DualSense Wireless Controller Device Software → Update.
Once both the console and controller are updated, you’re ready to enable multi-device pairing.
Step 2: Pair Your DualSense With Multiple Devices
Previously, pairing the DualSense with a new device meant removing the old one and starting from scratch. With this update, you can now store up to four different devices on a single controller and switch between them instantly.
How to register a device
1- Disconnect the USB cable if your controller is plugged in.
2- Power off the controller by holding the PS button until the light bar turns off.
3- Hold PS + one action button (Triangle, Circle, Cross, or Square) for 5 seconds.
→ The light bar will blink twice.
4- Enable Bluetooth on the device you want to connect (PC, Mac, smartphone, etc.).
5- Select the DualSense controller in the list of detected devices.
Each button combo corresponds to a dedicated slot:
| Slot | Button Combo | Indicator Lights | Example Device |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PS + Triangle | 1 light | PS5 |
| 2 | PS + Circle | 2 lights | PS5 Pro |
| 3 | PS + Cross | 3 lights | Windows PC |
| 4 | PS + Square | 4 lights | iPhone |
Step 3: Switch Between Devices Instantly
Once you’ve registered your devices, switching is as simple as using the correct button combo. No more menus or re-pairing.
How to switch devices
- Power on the device you want to connect.
- On your DualSense, hold the PS button + the matching action button for about 3 seconds.
- Release when the light bar and player indicator flash.
→ The controller automatically connects to the assigned device.
Here’s a quick reminder of the button combos:
| Slot | Button Combo | Indicator Lights |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PS + Triangle | 1 light |
| 2 | PS + Circle | 2 lights |
| 3 | PS + Cross | 3 lights |
| 4 | PS + Square | 4 lights |
💡 Pro tip: Even if the controller is turned off, the shortcut will wake it up and connect to the correct device right away.
Conclusion
The September 2025 PS5 update finally makes the DualSense controller as versatile as players hoped. Whether you use your controller on PS5, PC, Mac, or mobile, you can now switch between devices in seconds with no extra setup.
For gamers who juggle between platforms, this update is a real game-changer—literally. It’s another smart move from Sony to keep the PS5 ecosystem modern, convenient, and gamer-friendly.
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