Sony to Limit Features for Antenna and Set-Top Box Users of Bravia Smart TVs
Sony killing features for antenna, set-top box users of Bravia smart TVs in May
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Starting in late May 2026, Sony will reduce features for users of antennas and set-top boxes on select Bravia smart TV models. This change includes a limited TV guide and the removal of channel logos and thumbnail images, impacting user experience for those relying on these devices.
- 01Sony will remove key features for antenna and set-top box users starting May 2026.
- 02Affected models include various Bravia series from 2023 to 2025.
- 03Users will experience a reduced TV guide and lack of program thumbnail images.
- 04Sony has not provided a reason for these changes, which may reflect a shift towards streaming.
- 05Despite declining usage, antennas and set-top boxes still have dedicated user bases.
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Sony is set to implement changes affecting users of antennas and set-top boxes on select Bravia smart TVs starting in late May 2026. The modifications will limit the TV guide functionality, with users experiencing a reduction in program information and the absence of channel logos and thumbnail images for programs. This will apply to several models, including the 2025 Bravia 8 II (XR80M2) and Bravia 5 (XR50), as well as the 2024 Bravia 9 (XR90) and 2023 Bravia A95L series. Sony's support page acknowledged the inconvenience but did not clarify the reasons behind these changes. It is speculated that the company may be reallocating resources to prioritize more widely used streaming features, as the use of antennas and set-top boxes has declined in recent years. However, surveys indicate that 19% of US adults still use antennas, and 26% of broadband-access TV viewers rely on set-top boxes as their primary device for watching TV.
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These changes may frustrate dedicated users of antennas and set-top boxes, limiting their ability to access program information and navigate content effectively.
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