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post Dec 3 2015, 11:22 PM, updated 7y ago

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https://www.android.com/tv/

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http://www.sony.com.my/support/download/61...uct/kdl-43w800c

System Software Update for Asia Pacific
Article ID:618571(modified 21 Jun 2017)

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http://www.philips.com.my/c-m-so/televisions
http://www.sharp-world.com/aquos/en/androidtv/
http://www.sony.net/Products/tv/androidtv/...short=androidtv
Xiaomi TV
*but use Xiaomi's custom UI instead of Android TV.

QUOTE(AVFAN @ Aug 7 2016, 02:55 PM)
Google android tv is offered in relevant sony, sharrp and philips models.

Not just apps from playstore, u can load other apps via usb too.

Lg, samsung, panasonic, toshiba have own smart tv systems.
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Sony Android Smart TV System 2015 review
http://www.trustedreviews.com/sony-android...tem-2015-review




Opera TV browser very bad can't use Bluetooth keyboard to type mad.gif
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*Mouse are require
*Can't search Google Chrome directly via Google play store app because the is no Android TV version of it.
The normal/current version Google Chrome can run smoothly now I am using it thumbup.gif
To download Google Chrome:
1. Log in Google ID in Google play store app
2. Surf using Opera TV browser, search Google Chrome using web version play.google.com (also log in Google ID here) or This link
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.android.chrome&hl=en

3. Click download and it will remote and run at background download it via Google play store app
4. Once complete download you can locate it under Setting - App - Download App - Google Chrome


Android TV Remote Control
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?...tv.remote&hl=en
Use your Android phone or tablet as a remote for your Android TV. Easily switch between d-pad and touchpad modes to navigate content and play games on your Android TV device. Tap the mic to start a voice search, or use the keyboard to input text on Android TV.
To get started, connect your Android phone or tablet to the same network as your Android TV device or find your Android TV via bluetooth.

Sideload Launcher - Android TV
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?...dlauncher&hl=en
http://www.androidheadlines.com/2015/05/an...d-launcher.html
That is, the ability to easily navigate and access sideloaded content is much longer than normal content. As Google Play does not ‘recognize’ sideloaded apps as Android TV compatible apps, the information on the apps (logos, icons, etc) are not displayed on Google’s native launcher on the Nexus Player.

Due to this, those who sideload apps to the Nexus Player normally have to go through a much longer process of navigating down to ‘settings’, then to ‘apps’, then finding the app, clicking on the app and then finally clicking on ‘open’, all just to launch the app.

ES File Explorer File Manager
Install Android phone’s application to Android TV
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?...droid.pop&hl=en
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Android TV Tab allow user to installing app from 'any installed app inside android smartphone' via Wi-Fi (same network/1 router) connection remotely (need to set tick(enable) on Android TV side Android Debugging Mode (Click/press Enter 5 time Android build version under Setting -About) over Wi-Fi) thumbup.gif

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post Dec 7 2015, 04:29 PM

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I believe with protecting ASTRO purpose... this kind of android TV will be banned in Malaysia very soon
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post Dec 20 2015, 02:39 AM

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Android TV Remote Control
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?...tv.remote&hl=en
Use your Android phone or tablet as a remote for your Android TV. Easily switch between d-pad and touchpad modes to navigate content and play games on your Android TV device. Tap the mic to start a voice search, or use the keyboard to input text on Android TV.
To get started, connect your Android phone or tablet to the same network as your Android TV device or find your Android TV via bluetooth.
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post Dec 20 2015, 11:26 AM

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QUOTE(norasarah @ Dec 7 2015, 04:29 PM)
I believe with protecting ASTRO purpose... this kind of android TV will be banned in Malaysia very soon
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no ban.

these tv's with android functions have been around for some time now.

in fact, all new smart tv's come with android functions.

they come with the basic free and licensed stuff - youtube, browser, music streams, even news.

some offer movie previews; you subscribe and pay yrself, nothing to do with the tv.

some people will be able to make the android inside work harder with additional apps, etc.

however, android in tv is usually not the best available and it will be limited - by chipset type and memory.

most advanced android users will prefer buying their own much more powerful and versatile androidbox for many other apps, have a lot more stuff.
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Sideload Launcher - Android TV
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?...dlauncher&hl=en
http://www.androidheadlines.com/2015/05/an...d-launcher.html
That is, the ability to easily navigate and access sideloaded content is much longer than normal content. As Google Play does not ‘recognize’ sideloaded apps as Android TV compatible apps, the information on the apps (logos, icons, etc) are not displayed on Google’s native launcher on the Nexus Player.

Due to this, those who sideload apps to the Nexus Player normally have to go through a much longer process of navigating down to ‘settings’, then to ‘apps’, then finding the app, clicking on the app and then finally clicking on ‘open’, all just to launch the app.
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post Apr 7 2016, 05:48 PM

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My suggestion, get a normal LED or 4k, then invest on a good android box, you'll not regret it, maybe cheaper
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QUOTE(GuyM @ Apr 7 2016, 05:48 PM)
My suggestion, get a normal LED or 4k, then invest on a good android box, you'll not regret it, maybe cheaper
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That's true but when you want to run Netflix 4K (which is where the bulk of 4K materials are coming from), then it is more convenient to have a 4K TV with built-in Android TV.
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QUOTE(jchue73 @ Apr 9 2016, 10:25 PM)
That's true but when you want to run Netflix 4K (which is where the bulk of 4K materials are coming from), then it is more convenient to have a 4K TV with built-in Android TV.
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well... for netflix 4k, u must have a 4k tv regardless of having a box or not! biggrin.gif


i was wrong 4 months ago when i thought the androids in smart tv's are crappy.

not anymore. the latest androids in premium tv's now are as good as any in a box, if not better.

i had tried my own 4k tv's android enough - it is good, can take any app a box can; good memory size.

so, u save the cost, power, wear and tear on a separate box.

the big advantage of a separate box is probably the audio function. tv's arc (hdmi or optical) don't go very far with audio, tops dd/dts.

for playback dtshdma, ddtrue dolby, dd atmos, dts:x, need the right box.

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QUOTE(AVFAN @ Apr 9 2016, 11:41 PM)
well... for netflix 4k, u must have a 4k tv regardless of having a box or not! biggrin.gif
i was wrong 4 months ago when i thought the androids in smart tv's are crappy.

not anymore. the latest androids in premium tv's now are as good as any in a box, if not better.

i had tried my own 4k tv's android enough - it is good, can take any app a box can; good memory size.

so, u save the cost, power, wear and tear on a separate box.

the big advantage of a separate box is probably the audio function. tv's arc (hdmi or optical) don't go very far with audio, tops dd/dts.

for playback dtshdma, ddtrue dolby, dd atmos, dts:x, need the right box.
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I use optical Toslink output good audio quality, from my Sony W800C BRAVIA (with build in Android TV) to Klipsch Reference R-15PM Powered Speaker
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can hdtv or myiptv app be installed on to android smart tvs?
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QUOTE(DrBarbarian @ Jun 22 2016, 08:17 AM)
can hdtv or myiptv app be installed on to android smart tvs?
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Is just same like Android tv box technically can be install.
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Nice! Now this gives me an idea what to buy next. smile.gif
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QUOTE(Alena Raley @ Aug 7 2016, 09:31 AM)
Nice! Now this gives me an idea what to buy next. smile.gif
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Google android tv is offered in relevant sony, sharrp and philips models.

Not just apps from playstore, u can load other apps via usb too.

Lg, samsung, panasonic, toshiba have own smart tv systems.

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Anyone purchased the w800c Tv? I recently purchased one and loving it overall.
My only issue is the 3D feature. Was wondering if anyone can assist me on this.
I purchased a pair of these glasses:
http://www.lazada.com.my/g15-bt-bluetooth-...tv-8467318.html

Im still unable to use the 3d feature. Running on Kodi (installed on tv itself).
Glasses has been registered and recognized but still unable to watch in 3d.
If anyone has the same tv and the glasses managed to get 3d working, please guide and assist. Much appreciated.
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QUOTE(arvinddakshen @ Mar 28 2017, 10:32 AM)
Anyone purchased the w800c Tv? I recently purchased one and loving it overall.
My only issue is the 3D feature. Was wondering if anyone can assist me on this.
I purchased a pair of these glasses:
http://www.lazada.com.my/g15-bt-bluetooth-...tv-8467318.html

Im still unable to use the 3d feature. Running on Kodi (installed on tv itself).
Glasses has been registered and recognized but still unable to watch in 3d.
If anyone has the same tv and the glasses managed to get 3d working, please guide and assist. Much appreciated.
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Hello - can someone pls help with my question. I have an android Toshiba TV which can connect to my TM Streamyx with speed 4mbps (TM can only provide 4mbps at my area) during day time but during evenings or nights, my tv not able to connect to wifi. Thank you.

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QUOTE(Indrani @ Sep 11 2017, 10:25 PM)
Hello - can someone pls help with my question. I have an android Toshiba TV which can connect to my TM Streamyx with speed 4mbps (TM can only provide 4mbps at my area) during day time but during evenings or nights, my tv  not able to connect to wifi. Thank you.
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change wifi channel
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QUOTE(Indrani @ Sep 11 2017, 08:25 PM)
Hello - can someone pls help with my question. I have an android Toshiba TV which can connect to my TM Streamyx with speed 4mbps (TM can only provide 4mbps at my area) during day time but during evenings or nights, my tv  not able to connect to wifi. Thank you.
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I am using LAN cable stable.
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QUOTE(wkkm007 @ Sep 12 2017, 09:45 AM)
I am using LAN cable stable.
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Not enough port
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QUOTE(sonypshomer @ Sep 12 2017, 02:52 PM)
Not enough port
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QUOTE(wkkm007 @ Sep 12 2017, 09:22 PM)
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Thanks. I have 4 rooms to furnish with TV for Airbnb. Still thinking whether to buy Android Tv or normal Tv with android boxes.

Due to the recent kodi 17.x incompatibility with kitkat and below, what is the best solution?

I'm leaning toward android TV for lesser equipment to maintain (or operate) - storage, update, power adapter, socket, wireless keyboard/ remote controller batteries / charging etc.
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QUOTE(sonypshomer @ Sep 14 2017, 09:02 AM)
Thanks. I have 4 rooms to furnish with TV for Airbnb. Still thinking whether to buy Android Tv or normal Tv with android boxes.

Due to the recent kodi 17.x incompatibility with kitkat and below, what is the best solution?

I'm leaning toward android TV for lesser equipment to maintain (or operate) - storage, update, power adapter, socket, wireless keyboard/ remote controller batteries / charging etc.
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Android TV is a lot of expensive than non-android TV with android tv box.

Android TV you are limited to certain model of SONY and Sharp. Non-android TV you have Hisense, Haier, Toshiba and what not. rclxm9.gif
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QUOTE(puchongite @ Sep 14 2017, 09:15 AM)
Android TV is a lot of expensive than non-android TV with android tv box.

Android TV you are limited to certain model of SONY and Sharp. Non-android TV you have Hisense, Haier, Toshiba and what not.  rclxm9.gif
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Makes sense. i was asking relevant question in other thread, if i were to buy mxq pro with non android tv. can i do the below. Just hide the box behind the TV and power up by the TV.

QUOTE(sonypshomer @ Sep 14 2017, 09:11 AM)
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Wanna ask some android boxes only use 5V power like above mxq pro
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Can i use usb - power plug like above to power the unit straight away from USB port from the TV instead of using adapter to socket? Anyone tried it?
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QUOTE(sonypshomer @ Sep 14 2017, 09:22 AM)
Makes sense. i was asking relevant question in other thread, if i were to buy mxq pro with non android tv. can i do the below. Just hide the box behind the TV and power up by the TV.
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Chances of hitting problem is HIGH as TVs USB ports are normally lower power output.

Not all power adaptors are the same, look at the power rating. They vary greatly

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QUOTE(sonypshomer @ Sep 14 2017, 09:22 AM)
Makes sense. i was asking relevant question in other thread, if i were to buy mxq pro with non android tv. can i do the below. Just hide the box behind the TV and power up by the TV.
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risky...
u will need to check the amp/power of the box.
if >500mA, 2.5w, u may overload the tv usb.
http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-pow...off-a-USB-port/

QUOTE(sonypshomer @ Sep 14 2017, 09:02 AM)
Thanks. I have 4 rooms to furnish with TV for Airbnb. Still thinking whether to buy Android Tv or normal Tv with android boxes.
Due to the recent kodi 17.x incompatibility with kitkat and below, what is the best solution?
I'm leaning toward android TV for lesser equipment to maintain (or operate) - storage, update, power adapter, socket, wireless keyboard/ remote controller batteries / charging etc.
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androidtv is only found in tv size 50" and above - may be too large/costly for yr rooms.
but they are more convenient when it comes to direct use of netflix, youtube, bloomberg and al jazeera.
also, less maint, can take popular apps like hyppewhere, astrogo, iflix.

use of box makes sense if they can reliably handle the apps u are looking at and do not cost too much.

but frankly... i am using both, neither will be great for your purpose - i would think most "passers-by" will get annoyed with use of androidtv/android box, unless they already know how they work.
might be more viable if u find some package for hypptv or astro with decoders for smaller, lower end tv's.

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QUOTE(sonypshomer @ Sep 14 2017, 07:02 AM)
Thanks. I have 4 rooms to furnish with TV for Airbnb. Still thinking whether to buy Android Tv or normal Tv with android boxes.

Due to the recent kodi 17.x incompatibility with kitkat and below, what is the best solution?

I'm leaning toward android TV for lesser equipment to maintain (or operate) - storage, update, power adapter, socket, wireless keyboard/ remote controller batteries / charging etc.
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If for other people use they will roughly use will press until rosak, better just buy separately, from a point of audiophile/ home theater user you can replace the faulty unit whichever first. Also cheaper for upgrade if in future needed. Maybe you start with smaller TV first see will they last or not.
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Upgrade to Android Marshmallow 6.0
http://www.sony.com.my/support/download/61...uct/kdl-43w800c

System Software Update for Asia Pacific
Article ID:618571(modified 21 Jun 2017)

Download For
Applicable Models
KDL-43W800C, KDL-43W800D, KDL-43W950C, KDL-43W950D, KDL-50W800C, KDL-50W800D, KDL-50W950C, KDL-50W950D, KDL-55W800C, KDL-55W800D, KDL-65W850C, KDL-75W850C

This software update (version PKG3.885.0137PAA) provides the following benefits and improvements:

Support Hybrid Log-Gamma HDR for HDMI
Improves general performance of the TV
This software update also includes previous update benefits and improvements:

Upgrade to Android Marshmallow
Enhancement of screen design and usability
Expansion of the built-in memory. You can now move the downloaded games and apps to a USB memory device or HDD as an extended memory
Displaying programs in each genre
New design of Help menu
Accessibility support on Netflix
Reduce input lag for HDR game (Applicable only for 4K HDR models: X85C, S85C, X90C, X93C and X94C)
Improves general performance of the TV
Improves general performance of the TV (including TV’s remote control)
Replace new application name of "TV SideView" to "Video & TV SideView"
Support One Touch HDD Recording**
Support Programmed (Timer) Recording**
Support Remote Self Timer recording**
Support Twin Picture
Address a condition where the Netflix* application may not remember the log in details
Support Camera App*
Support Restricted Profile for Android
- Restricts Apps on Home menu
Support SonyLiv/Bigflix *
Support Opera TV store *
New Smile Shutter feature added to the Camera App *
3D glass pairing success message to be displayed
Support HDMI - Ultra HD resolutions of 3840X2160 (4K) 50p/60p (4K Model)
Improved upscaling picture quality (4K Model)
Support Netflix* 4K
Support PlayMemories Online
Integrated Internet Browser
Support Indian Apps* (Camera, Notification)
Fix input icons are displayed twice on HOME menu if language is changed to specific language.
Lip Sync in HDMI input
Improved Picture Quality (dynamic range, noise reduction, sharpness)
Input icons are displayed twice on HOME menu if language is changed to specific language.
* Not all content services are available in all countries
** Only applicable for Australia and New Zealand.

Do I need to update?

Your system software may already be up to date, especially if you have a new Bravia TV model. If you're not sure, it's easy to check which version of system software you have. Please follow these instructions to check it.

Power on the TV set and press the HOME button on the Remote Commander to display the Home Menu.
Navigate to the Help from Settings category and press OK to select it.

The version number is shown on the left portion of ? icon or top right corner of the screen.


What do you need?

A computer with access to the internet
A compatible TV
A compatible USB storage device* (with at least 4GB available storage space)
How to update?
Follow the simple steps below to update your TV system software. Once you have updated, all your personal settings on the TV will remain the same.

How to make sure the update goes smoothly
Updating is usually very simple. Here's how you can make sure it goes right first time:

Read the instructions carefully or you could end up causing the TV to become unresponsive or require a repair.
Don't turn the TV off - or disconnect it from the power - while it's updating.
Don't press any buttons, except the ones mentioned in the instructions.
Stop any recording before you start with the system software update.
Download the update
Before you install the update, you'll need to download it from the internet and save it to a USB stick

Read and accept the Terms & Conditions below and click download button.
When prompted, save the file to your Desktop. When the update download is complete, check that the file size is 1,558,614,751 bytes. To do this, right click the file, select properties and check the size in the General tab.
Open Windows Explorer, locate the downloaded sony_tvupdate_2015_3885_paa_auth.zip, and unzip it. A folder sony_tvupdate_2015_3885_paa_auth will be created in your local drive after unzipped. A file of sony_dtvxxxxxxxxxxxx_xxxxxxxx.pkg will be contained in this folder.
Copy the .pkg file to the root of your USB device.
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QUOTE(wkkm007 @ Sep 16 2017, 12:05 AM)
Upgrade to Android Marshmallow 6.0
http://www.sony.com.my/support/download/61...uct/kdl-43w800c

System Software Update for Asia Pacific
Article ID:618571(modified 21 Jun 2017)

Download For
Applicable Models
KDL-43W800C, KDL-43W800D, KDL-43W950C, KDL-43W950D, KDL-50W800C, KDL-50W800D, KDL-50W950C, KDL-50W950D, KDL-55W800C, KDL-55W800D, KDL-65W850C, KDL-75W850C

This software update (version PKG3.885.0137PAA) provides the following benefits and improvements:

Support Hybrid Log-Gamma HDR for HDMI
Improves general performance of the TV
This software update also includes previous update benefits and improvements:

Upgrade to Android Marshmallow
Enhancement of screen design and usability
Expansion of the built-in memory. You can now move the downloaded games and apps to a USB memory device or HDD as an extended memory
Displaying programs in each genre
New design of Help menu
Accessibility support on Netflix
Reduce input lag for HDR game (Applicable only for 4K HDR models: X85C, S85C, X90C, X93C and X94C)
Improves general performance of the TV
Improves general performance of the TV (including TV’s remote control)
Replace new application name of "TV SideView" to "Video & TV SideView"
Support One Touch HDD Recording**
Support Programmed (Timer) Recording**
Support Remote Self Timer recording**
Support Twin Picture
Address a condition where the Netflix* application may not remember the log in details
Support Camera App*
Support Restricted Profile for Android
- Restricts Apps on Home menu
Support SonyLiv/Bigflix *
Support Opera TV store *
New Smile Shutter feature added to the Camera App *
3D glass pairing success message to be displayed
Support HDMI - Ultra HD resolutions of 3840X2160 (4K) 50p/60p (4K Model)
Improved upscaling picture quality (4K Model)
Support Netflix* 4K
Support PlayMemories Online
Integrated Internet Browser
Support Indian Apps* (Camera, Notification)
Fix input icons are displayed twice on HOME menu if language is changed to specific language.
Lip Sync in HDMI input
Improved Picture Quality (dynamic range, noise reduction, sharpness)
Input icons are displayed twice on HOME menu if language is changed to specific language.
* Not all content services are available in all countries
** Only applicable for Australia and New Zealand.

Do I need to update?

Your system software may already be up to date, especially if you have a new Bravia TV model. If you're not sure, it's easy to check which version of system software you have. Please follow these instructions to check it.

Power on the TV set and press the HOME button on the Remote Commander to display the Home Menu.
Navigate to the Help from Settings category and press OK to select it.

The version number is shown on the left portion of ? icon or  top right corner of the screen.


What do you need?

A computer with access to the internet
A compatible TV
A compatible USB storage device* (with at least 4GB available storage space)
How to update?
Follow the simple steps below to update your TV system software. Once you have updated, all your personal settings on the TV will remain the same.

How to make sure the update goes smoothly
Updating is usually very simple. Here's how you can make sure it goes right first time:

Read the instructions carefully or you could end up causing the TV to become unresponsive or require a repair.
Don't turn the TV off - or disconnect it from the power - while it's updating.
Don't press any buttons, except the ones mentioned in the instructions.
Stop any recording before you start with the system software update.
Download the update
Before you install the update, you'll need to download it from the internet and save it to a USB stick

Read and accept the Terms & Conditions below and click download button.
When prompted, save the file to your Desktop. When the update download is complete, check that the file size is 1,558,614,751 bytes. To do this, right click the file, select properties and check the size in the General tab.
Open Windows Explorer, locate the downloaded sony_tvupdate_2015_3885_paa_auth.zip, and unzip it. A folder sony_tvupdate_2015_3885_paa_auth will be created in your local drive after unzipped. A file of sony_dtvxxxxxxxxxxxx_xxxxxxxx.pkg will be contained in this folder.
Copy the .pkg file to the root of your USB device.
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Wow that whole loads of improvement from Sony.

Support HDMI - Ultra HD resolutions of 3840X2160 (4K) 50p/60p (4K Model)- before this not support?



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post Sep 16 2017, 06:53 PM

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QUOTE(sonypshomer @ Sep 16 2017, 08:35 AM)
Wow that whole loads of improvement from Sony.

Support HDMI - Ultra HD resolutions of 3840X2160 (4K) 50p/60p (4K Model)- before this not support?
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Not sure bro, I poor la just use the 43 inch Full HD only, but I still happy mostly watching youtube 480p 360p also some 720p hardly can get 1080p quality. 4K still no my thing expensive and availability.
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Sony Bravia Android TV Settings Guide 2018: What to Enable, Disable and Tweak

https://www.tomsguide.com/us/sony-tv-settin...ew-5605-11.html

Sony's smart TV comes with all sorts of content recommendations by default. Some of these are handy, helping you discover new shows, music, apps and more. But not all of those recommendations will be useful, and sometimes the onslaught of recommendations can be too much. The good news is that it's quick and easy to edit the recommendations you get, or to turn them off entirely.

There's also a second bar of featured apps, which is handy when you're first exploring the available apps, but will waste a lot of space.

Like the recommendations row, Sony's default selection of featured apps not only clutters up the home screen, it can also cause odd problems when you try to find an app you want to use. Was it in your apps bar, or was it in the Featured Apps? What about all those featured apps you have no interest in? Surely, not everybody will want Hallmark Movies NOW or RedBull TV in their menu at all times.

With a couple of quick changes in settings, you can remove the Featured Apps section from your home screen, and the apps you actually want to use will all be conveniently grouped with your other apps.

 

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