Sony Bravia TV Feature Cull: Antenna & Set-Top Box Users Lose Guide, Logos in May 2026

Sony is stripping core interface features from its recent Bravia smart TVs, a targeted downgrade that will directly impact users who rely on traditional broadcast antennas or external set-top boxes. Starting in late May 2026, the electronic program guide for antenna-delivered channels will be severely reduced. According to a company support page, program information may disappear entirely for some channels, and the guide may only display listings from recently watched stations. Furthermore, channel logos and thumbnail images within program descriptions for antenna feeds will be permanently removed.

This move signals a deliberate shift in Sony's software support priorities away from over-the-air broadcast and cable/satellite box integration, focusing resources instead on the TV's native smart platform and streaming apps. The changes affect recent Bravia models, though Sony has not specified the exact range. The decision, first highlighted by Cord Cutters News, effectively creates a second-class user experience for a segment of customers who purchased a premium smart TV but depend on external sources for live TV.

The feature removal raises significant questions about product longevity and value for consumers who integrate traditional TV sources. It places pressure on Sony to clarify its long-term software roadmap for broadcast TV functionality and could influence purchasing decisions for households that still utilize antennas or provider boxes. The move also highlights the growing tension for TV manufacturers between supporting legacy inputs and aggressively pushing users toward built-in streaming ecosystems.