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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] hansip87:
Yeah it might be not as pure. But it's pretty stock with some Sony's app here and there but as far as skin go, it's almost pure.

From what I've seen lately, custom rom is getting less of the way to go though, considering the more incomplete feature list etc than the feature they brought to the phone. To get some you lose some. Granted that this is still a first dive of Sony for Bravia line though so your assumption migh work. But imho it's not that essential as it used to be plus it's not as portable to be moved around as a phone in case the software breaks down. That and only 4 way dpad to begin with.

All i suggest is rather than cracking the OS and name it "Super ROM 2000", it's better to create a "Nova Launcher" equivalent for it so to speak. Don't kill a fly with a bullet that's all.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] nyteryder79:
I pulled the build.prop from my XBR55X850C. See attatched.

Some tips besides what I've already posted before.

Get Rid of the "Featured Apps" Section

Go to Settings -> Apps

Look for an app called "Sony Shelf"

Force Close it

Set Notifications to "Off"

Get Rid of the "Sony Select" App and its Recommendations

Go to Settings -> Apps

Look for an app called "Sony Select"

Force Close it

Set Notifications to "Off"

This will take effect immediately upon returning to the home screen/launcher. This gets rid of (or hides) that unnecessary row of Featured Apps or at least prevents it from showing up on the home screen/launcher. Many of these apps listed in this row weren't even installed on my TV and when I launched some of them, I would just see a blank screen. This also prevents anything from showing up from the Sony Select app. Like the Featured Apps row, this app is useless as it showed many services that I never used or that didn't even work or it just showed apps that I can simply launch from the launcher. Now your home screen/launcher looks just like stock Android TV as Google meant it to be (bloat removed/hidden).
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] BallsOfSteel85:
USB RECORDING for Germany comes End of September ;)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mirox3m:
Just to mention again that the easiest way to sideload apps is to use App backup https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=mobi.infolife.appbackup and share the apps from your phone via Air Share / Launch https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackspruce.gloo to the TV.

And ofcourse you need Sideload Launcher https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.chainfire.tv.sideloadlauncher to run them.

Finally I found a way t play 3D movies: only the Sony standart video player can do it, but it does not work from first time - use "action menu" to enable SBS 3D video and get out of the app and back in.

BTW I use Samsung 3D active glasses - 30 Euro a pair.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] wip328:
If rooted, can you disabled the junk apps running in the background???
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mirox3m:
Thanks a lot for this tip!!! Saves at least 2 clicks per scroll to apps section!!! I confirm it works on my W80C.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ykphuah:
Are you going to try the controllers directly to the TV?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] rdlowry:
Do they reappear once you restart the TV?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mirox3m:
I'll test this tonight, but generally all kinds of recommendations that you see on your Home screen are actually "notifications" and since they are turned OFF, they should not appear.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] jamesstringerphoto:
Yea I have the Xbox 360 wireless PC dongle plugged into the TV...

Works great but you still need a mouse plugged in as I said to interface with certain menus
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] jamesstringerphoto:
Hey mate, where did you read this?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] marekjs:
Hi,

From Sony forum (I don't know, how it is valid for your TV, I never tried on mine):

Turn off your Sony NSX-32GT1

Unplug AC power cord from the electrical outlet.

On your television, press and hold the POWER button.

While holding the POWER button, plug the AC power cord back into the electrical outlet.*

When the SONY logo appears, release the POWER button.**

On the keypad remote control, press the number key of the desired recovery option you want to perform. in this case number 1 for factory data reset

* IMPORTANT: Continue holding the POWER button until the SONY logo appears on the TV screen.

**NOTE: The Recovery Mode screen appears.

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And here:

https://www.techwalla.com/articles/how-to-reset-a-sony-bravia-tv
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Murmel2k:
Hi. Thanks again. This also didn't work. It seems, that it takes some time until the tv recognizes the signal from them remote.

Is there a way to get directly into fastboot or something?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] davidvv:
Use the phisical buttons in the tv, Mine 49x8005c has them on back

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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Murmel2k:
Tried it, also Vol- for the safe mode. No difference compared to the remote.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] AtxX:
Probably bigger issue (perhaps automatic update went horribly wrong due power loss?t). I would call to the service.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Murmel2k:
Hi,

an update from me: Called the Sony support wednesday morning and got a call from the technician later the same day to get some further information. He arrived thursday early afternoon and swapped the whole mainboard of the tv. So it took around one and a half day until the problem was resolved. Thumbs up for Sony Support!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ggs2:
i have weird issue, tv looses internet connectivity sometimes after coming back from sleep, also casting app doesn't work, this happen sometimes, need to resolve this by complete reboot of tv. anyone facing similar issue? have 950c
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] A.D.I.O.S:
yes, it's very annoying.. that's why i use lan cable now :(
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ggs2:
let me complain to Sony
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] BlueMoonRising:
Mine is hard wired but still lost connectivity so that's no guarantee. I had to reboot the TV to reconnect again.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] cesar67:
Where is the guy with root?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] A.D.I.O.S:
really? thought it would be a wifi issue. i had no problem since i use a caple
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] BlueMoonRising:
We don't actually use the smart features often so it's possible it was the last major update that lost it but I can't be sure either way.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] panchonin:
Hi, it's posible install Google live channels? Or It isn't compatible with Sony android tv.

Google Chrome reproduce flash or html5 vídeos?

Thank you
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] A.D.I.O.S:
this tv is so strange.. just had a problem with only "half access".

spotify and sideview remote worked, but join,browser,ftp had no internet connection.... reboot fixed it though..
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pedroxxx:
FYI, there is new version 3.509 at sony support page in EU, but aparently only minor update for playing UHD from HDMI devices
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ChustaKinte:
Could you please post the link to the official announce. Thanks.

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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pedroxxx:
link

Hi, this is the Slovak version of the page, but the update file itself is EU. I do not know how to find it in english, because in UK was 3.509 version already released at the end of september. I think update over the air will be also available soon.

http://www.sony.sk/support/sk/content/cnt-dwnl/prd-tvhc/kd-4k-2015-android-models-update-ver3509-EU/KD-49X8305C

I hope it helps :)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] dunganh_bg:
no sony w800c :(
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] BlueMoonRising:
Aren't they all 4k TV's? The W800C is HD only.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ankitkhedekar:
Hi all,

I recently brought a sony android tv W80D to be specific but I am facing a few issues with it. Is this thread the right place to ask for help??

I could not find a thread for this or similar device.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] BlueMoonRising:
Since this is for Sony Android TV's I'd say yes you're in the right place. As long as it's not specific to Indian(?) Sony's mind, but you can only ask.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ankitkhedekar:
Hey thanks, so there are 2 problems I am facing

- Cannot connect my Bluetooth headphones to TV. Turns out that the TV does not support A2DP profile. Found this on a sony forum. Not sure if this gets fixed in a firmware update

- TV's date-time keeps resetting after ever reboot even if I have set it to "Use Network Time". Also my home wifi has an access list of the allowed devices but TV sometimes fails to connect. I think this is something related to the date-time getting reset, but not sure.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] BlueMoonRising:
Your first question you appear to have answered yourself?

For the second I would start with rebooting the router and then the TV itself.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] milniko:
My TV, XBR-49X830C today asked for system update ... can not find any info :(
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] BlueMoonRising:
And did you complete the update process? If so to what?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] milniko:
Yes I did and it's again 5.1.1 ver. 3.531

info:https://esupport.sony.com/US/p/model-home.pl?mdl=XBR43X830C&LOC=3#/downloadTab
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] dunganh_bg:
anyone upgrade

http://www.sony-asia.com/support/download/615548/product/kdl-43w800c
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] novahob:
Restricted profiles, I'm sure we've not got that in the latest UK version. Wish we could sign in with more than one Google account ?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] dagrim1:
Nice find, still waiting for the update to become available for my W805c (europe here) but hopefully this means it will not take too long anymore.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] dunganh_bg:
yeab, i'm in vietnam, watting too, hope sony update to android 6.0
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] dagrim1:
This is still 5.1.1 if I see the version number (it was released for some 4k models already and still is 5.1.1). But yeah, really hope 6.0 won't take as long anymore either :)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] flipside101:
Hi is there anyone out there with one of these 2016 EU models - XD75, XD70, XD83, XD80, SD80 and ZD9 Series that can extract the amazon video apk from the 27. September update please. The update is supposed to "Improves video / audio playback and optimises audio levels. Allows Dolby Digital Plus (DD+) audio pass through"

Many Thanks

Matt
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] aikhome:
I got Sony X9300D which 4K but I cannot make it play 4K video by any of apps installed on the tv. This is one of the examples - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YtXiMk0HHA - the pink text should be readable when I pick 2160p in the youtube add but it is downscaled to 1080p. The same story with Kodi16/17, VLC, build-in media player, MX, Archos. The same clips play in 4K from laptop connected to the same TV via HDMI.

Is there any setting responsible for this? May be someone has a 4K test which always works as 4K?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] flipside101:
the latest US APK works in the UK and I'm told Germany
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Lefteris Fragiadakis (Frago):
It's working fine for me on YouTube, by the way only default sony movies apl video player support 4k video, neither kodi or any similar
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] aikhome:
There actually is a setting, in sharpness category (do not know its english name, sorry, it is the first one :) ), when I set it to the maximum value - voila, everything started working in 4K - build in video app, youtube, Kodi16, VLC - everything.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Lefteris Fragiadakis (Frago):
This is xreality, not 4k setting
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] aikhome:
No, it is not, I am playing this - http://www.cnx-software.com/2014/09...ution-with-a-4k-uhd-2160p-video-test-pattern/ and can definitely tell it is 4K.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] novahob:
Just tried to enter text on the remote control in the YouTube app on my Sony TV and the TV keyboard doesn't pop up. The app wants the me to use the android TV app on my phone. Went to the play store and it's doing the same thing. Anyone else getting this?

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Fixed it. Opened opera browser and after clicking in the address bar the second time the TV keyboard appeared ?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] dagrim1:
Heard an update is being pushed (OTA) to 4k and FHD models in europe (Netherlands). Can't check myself as I'm not home atm but will report in a few hours... Update appears to be PKG3.533.0108EUB
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] BlueMoonRising:
There's an update waiting for installation on my Sony KDL-50W755C that's just appeared in the last hour. Unfortunately the wife won't give me the control so I don't know what it is yet :(
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rondador:
It just seems to be another minor update:

"We’re pleased to announce that a new firmware update will be available on the 7th November 2016, for customers that may still be experiencing intermittent juddering while watching 4K content via a UHD set-top box.

To further improve stability and reduce the likelihood of juddering occurring, when it’s available, please download the firmware from our*support site

We thank you for your patience and sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this issue has caused."
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] dagrim1:
Haha, they do take a long time though those updates... Got a chance to install it yet?

Well, I must say responsiveness seems to have improved here. Big plus imo... I frequently use the action menu (switching audio mode between tv speaker and audio system, hopefully that is now also fixed ;) ) and that appears instantly now, used to be a small delay. Also, the guide seems to appear and be filled faster...

Overall if responsiveness and bugs are the only things fixed I am already pretty happy. There aren't too many real issues I can think off (if any) so in that regard this is about all I can hope for (until AndroidTV 6 that is)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rondador:
I have updated my tv today and responsiveness has really been improved. But one bug is still getting me; when seeing a youtube video, if i press BACK button the screen stays grey instead of returning to youtube app, i have to press HOME button and open youtube again. Is anyone experiencing this issue too?

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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] aikhome:
Is there any way to force install the update? I am in Australia and I tried installing the USA update - the TV refused.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] 4L0M:
The update also added 5.1 audio to the Amazon Prime Video app, and has reduced input lag when gaming in HDR mode.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] novahob:
Updated and does seem a lot quicker navigating around
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] hizad:
System Software Update for Asia Pacific

Article ID:615666(modified 09 Nov 2016)

Applicable Models

Please read all information thoroughly before downloading and installing any files.

What does this download do?

IMPORTANT: This software is only for use with the products identified and sold in Australia, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Middle East & Africa, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand or Vietnam.*Not all models are sold in all countries.

This software update (version*PKG3.533.0108PAA) provides the following benefits and improvements:

Reduce input lag for HDR game (Applicable only for 4K HDR models: X85C, S85C, X90C, X93C and X94C)

Improves general performance of the TV

This software update also includes previous update benefits and improvements:

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.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] dagrim1:
Awesome, thanks!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] hizad:
But still Android 5.1.1
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] davidvv:
I just miss 2 things in this tv.

The option to add native storage for apps through a flah memory, maybe sharing the same for recording tv.

And an easy and reliable timeshift.

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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] dagrim1:
Yeah, well.. I am also happy with much improved responsiveness in 5.1.1. As long as 6 is not out yet I still appreciate 5.1.1. updates.

Timeshift is an android6 thing... About storage, meh. Can't imagine getting problems atm to be honest, but of course each user is different. What usage do you have that this would become an issue? (Although I do see Kodi eating up space, can imagine with large db's and many uses of it that that would become part of it)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] davidvv:
Actually my major concern is kodi for sports iptv and popcorntime for movies and tv series.

With so tiny free internal storage you have to setup an external memory as cache.

As long as you cannot fix an usb route (for example \mnt\sda for the record hdd at usb3) each time you power up external memory routes are different depending on how many usb you have plugged at that time.

Also I wanted to install a game a few months ago and it was larger than the 3 or 4gb you have free after a clean and basic install. That only let you install a few apps, i have kodi, acestream, sopcast, popcorntime, netflix, 2 online tv, a file manager, archos, youtube, moonlight gamestream and now im under 2gb free.

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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] RJASSI21:
Does anyone know if i can force HDR on the Sony Bravia KD49X8005C (X80C/X810C)? It plays HDR videos perfectly from a USB pen drive but Sony havent released an update to support it outside of USB content. It doesnt actually go into an HDR picture mode but it adjusts the picture to an unnamed mode which i cannot alter and does improve upon the quality. Some say the TV doesnt support HDR some say it does but i fail to get an actual answer to why it does not if it doesnt. Just wondering if i can make HDR appear in Netflix or something seeing as were running android.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] novahob:
Is anyone getting this on KD 43X8305C....

TV not coming out of standby. I'm pressing the power button on the remote and then trying to turn on via the switch on the TV but not working. Unplugging the TV then starts the boot up. It's happened twice now in the last few days, and that's one time either side of a system update. Thoughts to fixing it?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] dagrim1:
Actually, I thought I had this as well but noticed that after waiting a while (few minutes from the top of my head?) the TV actually DID start. (might had to press the power button again after a few mins). So it seems there is some process in the background causing this.

Haven't had this in quite a while anymore though (*knocks on wood*) and of course your case might actually be different or perhaps it doesn't really matter, but just mentioning it (and saw a few other people reporting the same afterwards).
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] sparkymarks:
Hi. Just wanted to ask if anyone here is experiencing any HDMI issues?

My TV is a Sony 43X8300c. About last week i got a notification regarding a software update so i proceeded. Everything seems/looks ok after the update. Yesterday I decided to turn on my PS4 and no signal is being detected. I thought it was the PS4 who's having problems but i tried connecting it to a different TV and it's running ok. I tried plugging other HDMI devices like my laptop and Chromecast on all 4 slots and no signal is being detected.

Hope someone can offer any input regarding this dilema.

TIA
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] BlueMoonRising:
Have you tried turning it off and back on again?

That does actually work a lot of the time.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] sparkymarks:
Yes i have. Tried turning it off and unplugged hdmi cables and power cord. waited about 30min and plugged it back in and still no go.

I tried to reinstall software patch via USB but it's not giving me any option to re-install. It just says software is up to date.

Contacted support. They said someone will call me up to schedule an in-house service since my unit is still under warranty. Still waiting on call.

Frustrating especially FFXV is coming out in 2 weeks T_T
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] VirTERM:
the XBR65-930D, basically North American flavour of X93D doesn't support OTA recording functionality. I am wondering if some apk could "fix" that limitation....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] scalamusical:
Hello friends, a good day to all, please I am in the region of Ecuador - Suramerica, I want to make an inquiry I have a sony Android TV 2015 X85C and I see that there have been updates for another region ... can I use these updates for my TV. .? For example in my system does not come the option to record and in the version or update that is for asia and pacific if .... Someone already done it ..? Are several what do that ..? Is there any problem. Please help me out of my doubt and if I can upgrade my tv using the software from another region other than mine ... Thank you very much for your answers and help.

Greetings from the Middle of the World
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] BlueMoonRising:
I don't know if it is possible but I would think twice before doing it. It would stop you installing your version when it (presumably) turns up and the different regions may have specific features necessary for your region. It may also invalidate your warranty.

I would be patient as these sort of updates get rolled out in phases.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] COCODRILO45:
can someone help me please i got a sony xbr65x850c just bought a ps4 pro but the hdr is not working has anyone now how to get hdr working ? for ps4 pro thanks in advance
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] equino:
How can i access the recovery menu on the x83 (49x8305)

I need to wipe all data
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] 4L0M:
Need to plug it into HDMI port 2 or 3, so I have read. Good luck!

Edit : Have you enabled HDMI enhanced mode in settings too on the HDMI port that you are using?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] COCODRILO45:
That fixed it bro thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] COCODRILO45:
Anyone been able to get direct TV now app working on Sony 850c ?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] VirTERM:
unpacking sony .pkg

Is there a way to unarchive Sony's .pkg file in order to get some apk from that image?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] milniko:
Hi my friend,

Finally this morning I got update to Android 6.0.1 . My TV is Sony TV XBR-49X830C :) . . . I don't know for details

Thanks Sony ...

https://esupport.sony.com/US/p/mode...te_id=1&region_id=1&tab=download#/downloadTab