PS4 Second Screen

Sorin Murphy (Fen4ri)

3 years ago

I wanted to route the audio from my ps4 to my cell phone via Bluetooth connection &/or wifi network, but it doesn't seem possible with this. I'm only rating it low bc I think the name of the app is kind of misleading; you can't use your phone as a second screen at all. If you can, i don't see how to begin to broadcast from ps4 -> phone. Btw i got the idea bc i used to route my tablet's audio to pc so i could use one pair of buds for PC and Android at once. This would be a dope feature btw 🌚

A Google user

6 years ago

When using the second screen to type it just doesnt work, it never lets you type anything. I've tried to get it to bring up the keyboard on my s9+ but theres no keyboard, nothing to click on for a chat box to type into. Ive tried it many different ways and nothing works with the keyboard function on the app for me. Everything else works great, instant connection and no lag or anything like that.

A Google user

5 years ago

detected PS4 but refused to accept the code. did everything imaginable. Rebooted things, refreshed codes, refreshed apps. nothing worked. continued to say the code was incorrect even after checking and rechecking that it was correct. The only thing I saw that could possibly be what was messing it up is that there is a space in the code but no option to put a space in it in the keyboard on the app.

A Google user

5 years ago

This is a garbage app it does not work. I used it for a long time with no problems then after 1 update on the PlayStation 4 I have been unable to connect for over 2 years. I did a search and there is no support for fixing the issue except for the on-screen instructions which everyone seems to repost for some reason. I did see one person change their wireless isolation and they were able to get it to work. There is a reason why this only has a 2.6 rating!!! Booo for Sony!!! 5M downloads???

A Google user

6 years ago

Allows me to type with my phone and navigate through the PlayStation home but doesnt really live to the "second screen" name its more like a depressing controller that only works if opening up a app\game and when going though the home screen. but its good when you want to turn off your controller to go through settings or something like that...

A Google user

6 years ago

This app is ok, but not really practical. First of all, reconnecting the app to the ps4 isnt a very fast process. It'll stop working when the ps4 goes into rest mode, even though it says I can connect to it. Also, I cant find any practical use for controlling the ps4 from your phone rather than it being an expirimental feature. Look, if you're serious about gaming and have high expectations about this app, then dont download it cause this aint it cheif. Imma give em a point for the keyboard, though.

A Google user

6 years ago

The app does not work properly on my devices. I have a Galaxy S9 with the latest app update for PS4 Second screen. i can connect and control the PS4 but can not see anything! That's right, no screen or image appears. kinda pointless if i have to look at my tv to see what I'm doing on my phone. On the other hand i have an iphone SE. this can connect to the PS4 and I can SEE the screen and control with no issues. My issue is that i don't want to use my 4.5 inch screen, I'd rather use my bigger S9.

A Google user

5 years ago

If your using an Xfinity hotspot as your main wifi source then you literally can't do anything with this app at all not a thing just installed to uninstall such a disappointing experience. then I read a review that let's me know what I wanted to use the app for is unavailable. ok so Sony/Playstation, you expect each customer to purchase one of your devices (mobile phones)in order to use the ps4 remote play feature. That's a very low shot, it should at least be available for ps plus members......

A Google user

6 years ago

If you're having difficulty connecting this app to your PS4, go to the "connect mobile device." If you're trying to connect from the "second screen" menu on the PS4 without first pairing your mobile device, it just won't work. Which is beyond stupid, there's no prompt to pair your device first. Once you have everything connected, you find out how useless the app is. The controller screen does not work in netflix/hulu etc. The app does not actually mirror your PS4 screen. Pure trash.

A Google user

5 years ago

Its cool I can talk and type with it (which can still be accomplished with the controller if I'm not mistaken) Yet, you don't seem to be able to use the browser or the media player correctly with this app. Outside of scrolling through the menu to select things such as Netflix, YouTube, and probs Disney+, also Hulu last time I had it...they all require me use their apps to control. If I didn't need to change settings every now and then...this app would be useless.. somewhat Muda Muda

Kimmy Cakes

4 years ago

Works great and definitely makes my life easier, especially for in game texting! I hate typing with my controller so keeping this app open to type when needed without having to get attach a keyboard to the ps4 is great! My only issue with this app is that it constantly disconnects after very little inactivity, so I have to keep connecting it and sometimes it doesnt connect after multiple times going on and off it. Please allow for maybe 10-20 minutes of inactivity before disconnecting!

A Google user

5 years ago

Very useful if your controller stopped charging and have to rig something to do the job. Until you go into any app or try to turn off the console from the side menu. Would make more sense to map the pad as the left analog or d-pad and tap as X. So it can work in all apps. Or give the option in the controller layout so we can do it ourselves.

A Google user

5 years ago

Has potential, but needs improvement. 1. Make a screen with touchpad and keyboard. 2. Make a screen with dedicated media controls/buttons mimicking a physical remote. 3. Dark mode on all screens. And, if your really reading this, then please do us all a favor and combine all ps4 apps into one clean package. Great vision, mediocre execution. Thanks!!!

A Google user

6 years ago

I really like this App, but I feel like it could be so much more useful if the help section was a little more in-depth. I currently have a Galaxy Note 8 and the controller functions all work great. But every time I try to switch to the 2nd screen it says "this screen is not currently being used" which isn't right because I have the system on, and a game currently running... please if I'm just doing something wrong, somebody please let me know. And if not... Playstation... ya'll need to tighten up

Nick T

3 years ago

I was able to connect to the PS4 and navigate on the home menu, but the app doesn't navigate in any games/apps (I wanted to use it for Netflix), and the "use this to input text" feature doesn't work either, so what's the point? If I have to use a PS4 controller anyways - for both navigation AND text entry - then there's almost no reason to get this app. It's completely worthless, unfortunately.

Jessi Smith

4 years ago

Issues with second screen option. I got it to work before with no issues and was playing FO76. Now, all I'm getting is "Second Screen Not In Use". Works fine as control for system and can type messages and such. Doesn't do any good otherwise. Pretty useless app if can't use second screen capability. App is updated to newest version and so is PS4. Just annoyed overall as only have one TV and sometimes husband needs to use it so it makes it hard to play games.

A Google user

6 years ago

The app paired instantly with my PS4. I like the functionality and it works great as it's intended. You can control the PS4 from your phone in some ways. For example, you can power it on from rest mode and navigate menus and type from your phone keyboard to the PS4. I just don't understand why this can't be integrated into the main Playstation App like before. It doesn't make sense to have 2 separate apps when it can be an all in one, more convenient app.