I think the software issues plaguing the PS5 will be sorted in due time. I am sure Covid contributed significantly to the state of the PS5 OS and the errors. I haven't encountered any issues with mine so far but I have taken all precautions I know of; Haven't plugged in any HDD, full shutdown after every play session, etc. No hardware fault. Silent as a mouse. I love the look of the system funny enough. I never found it ugly as most did. The pad looks beautiful. Making my way through GOW and Astro (lovely little game) in 4k/60. All in all, a good system with a lot of potential for the future.