New PS5 Accessories Launching Alongside GTA VI

playstationlifestyle.net Oct 22, 2026

New PS5 Accessories Launching Alongside GTA VI

Curated by Shubham · TechCapsules · Oct 22, 2026

AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication

Sony announced a new line of PlayStation 5 accessories timed to release with Grand Theft Auto VI on November 19, 2026. The lineup includes the PlayStation Pulse wireless headset in white and midnight black, priced at $99.99 (≈£89.99/€99.99/¥15,980), and limited‑edition GTA‑themed DualSense controllers priced at $84.99 each in black or white. Pre‑orders open on October 29, 2026 via participating retailers and PS Direct. Sony highlights the headset’s custom studio‑inspired planar magnetic drivers, promising superior sound separation, spatial accuracy and deeper bass while retaining the clean profile of the Pulse Elite. The larger drivers aim to help players locate directional cues such as footsteps or reload sounds in competitive shooters. Both accessories will ship the same day as GTA VI. Reviewers expect the headset to set an audio benchmark.

💡 Why It Matters

· By bundling premium audio gear with a marquee title, Sony turns a game launch into a hardware push, forcing competitors to match its immersive standards.

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Mass Effect 5 was Journey composer’s “biggest dream project” – here’s 20…

Legendary Journey composer Austin Wintory released a 20‑minute video of early musical drafts he had envisioned for the cancelled Mass Effect 5. He had been in talks with BioWare and EA to score the game, describing the project as his “career’s biggest dream.” The compositions blend synths and orchestral elements, echoing the original Jack Wall/Sam Hulick style while adding deeper analog textures. Wintory’s work, shared without narrative context, offers fans a glimpse of a soundtrack that never materialized as the franchise was shut down.

💡 The release underscores how creative collaborations can be lost when a studio closes, leaving fans with unfinished artistic visions. It also highlights the cultural impact of Mass Effect, prompting a petition that has gathered nearly 200,000 signatures to revive the series.

appleinsider.com · Oct 22

Formula 1 Apple TV streaming returns to US with Dolby Atmos on…

Starting with the United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas, Apple TV will stream Formula 1 races in Dolby Atmos, complementing existing Dolby Vision support. The enhanced audio is available through the Apple TV app on compatible Apple devices when paired with Dolby‑enabled TVs and sound systems. Apple also hosts a weekend event at the Apple Domain Northside retail store, featuring special Today at Apple sessions to showcase the new audio experience. The move expands immersive viewing options for F1 fans across the U.S.

💡 By adding Dolby Atmos, Apple elevates the home‑viewing experience, positioning its streaming service as a premium destination for sports entertainment. This upgrade could influence competitors to adopt similar audio enhancements to retain audiences.

9to5google.com · Oct 22

CMF Clip Pro are perfect for runners, especially with this $69 deal

The CMF Clip Pro earbuds, now priced at $69 on Amazon, offer an open‑ear, clip‑on design aimed at runners who dislike the pressure of in‑ear tips. Launched in August, the earbuds feature a secure clip that stays in place during vigorous activity and an open‑ear architecture that lets users stay aware of surrounding traffic. Battery life reaches roughly 10 hours per charge, with the charging case providing three additional full cycles for a total of about 30 hours before recharging. The case includes Nothing’s CMF Smart Dial wheel, enabling volume control and four programmable functions via the Nothing X app, which also supports spatial audio, anti‑leakage mode, EQ adjustments, dual‑connection, and low‑lag settings. The discount represents the lowest price since the product’s debut.

💡 At under $70, the Clip Pro makes premium‑grade, safety‑focused audio accessible to casual and serious runners alike.

appleinsider.com · Oct 20

Premium audio hardware vendor Bluesound adds native Apple Music streaming

Bluesound has updated its BluOS software to add native Apple Music support across its wireless speakers, stereo components, and soundbars. The firmware upgrade enables direct streaming from Apple Music without a host device, though users must connect via AirPlay 2 on an iPhone or iPad and sign in once through the BluOS Controller app. The update also extends to other BluOS‑compatible brands such as NAD, PSB, DALI, Cyrus, and Monitor Audio. The feature is free for owners, but requires an active Apple Music subscription.

💡 By integrating Apple Music, Bluesound expands its premium ecosystem, allowing audiophiles to access a vast streaming library on high‑end hardware without compromising on multi‑room control.

9to5mac.com · Oct 20

iOS 27.2 adds new setting to fix common HomePod annoyance

Apple’s iOS 27.2 update introduces a “Lock Controls” option for HomePod devices, letting users disable the touch‑sensitive top cap. The setting appears in the Home app after both the HomePod and iPhone are updated to version 27.2, and it applies to every HomePod model, including the 2018 first‑generation speaker. When enabled, the speaker will ignore accidental or intentional taps that would normally start playback, while still responding to Intercom, timers, alarms, Check‑In and FaceTime calls. The feature targets owners who experience phantom touches or who need to prevent children or pets from triggering the speaker. The change was confirmed by a leaked HomePod software 27.2 RC and will roll out next week. It also gives families control over smart‑home interactions.

💡 Disabling accidental taps stops unwanted audio, making the HomePod practical for homes with children or pets.

9to5mac.com · Oct 20

Your HomePod has a colorful new party trick: how to enable Sound Glow

Apple has introduced “Sound Glow,” a visual feature for the HomePod mini, HomePod mini 2, and second‑generation HomePod that projects ambient colors onto the speaker’s touch surface. The lights draw two to three dominant hues from the album artwork of the currently playing track, creating animated, bouncing color balls that add a subtle visual cue to music or podcasts. The effect works only when artwork is available and is most visible against a light wall in a dim room. Users must install iOS 27.2 (release‑candidate beta) and enable the toggle in the Home app or via the Apple TV Control Center. The original 2018 HomePod does not support the feature.

💡 By turning audio playback into a low‑key light show, Apple blurs the line between speaker and ambient décor, giving HomePod owners a built‑in party‑mode without extra hardware.