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April 15, 2026
Sony Killing Features for Antenna, Set-Top Box Users of Bravia Smart TVs in May
Sony is removing some features from its recent Bravia smart TVs next month, a move that will affect people who use an antenna or a set-top box.
TL;DR
- Sony is removing features from Bravia smart TVs starting late May 2026.
- Antenna users will experience a reduced TV guide, losing program information, channel logos, and thumbnail images.
- Set-top box users will have a dedicated menu replaced by a less functional 'control menu'.
- The integrated Google TV operating system's TV guide will no longer show thumbnail images for programs.
- Affected models include specific 2025, 2024, and 2023 Bravia TVs.
- The reasons for these changes are not explicitly stated by Sony, but potential factors include reallocation of resources, cost reduction, and a decline in antenna/set-top box usage.
- Alternative solutions for accessing broadcast TV schedules include streaming hardware or external over-the-air tuners with integrated TV guides.
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