Firstly, there might be new features that have been rolled out by either brand or the operating system itself. Secondly, there could be bug fixes that can help resolve various issues. Sometimes, there also be security improvements as well as new app support for your TV via software or firmware updates. Hence it’s best to check and install these updates at all times. In today’s guide, we will be taking a look at how you can update and install new firmware updates on your Sony Smart TV. Now, you need to understand that there are different types of Sony TVs in the market. Some TVs come with Google TV, some with Android TV and others come with the in-house operating system as seen on older LED and LCD TV models. We will be looking at the steps to update the TV for all types of Sony TVs.
How to Update Sony TV [Android TV and Google TV]
Google TV OS is the more upgraded version of Android TV OS. Most of the newer Sony TVs come with Google TVs. Here are the steps to update your Google TV and Android TV from Sony. To update other Android TV Sony models, you can follow these steps. When it comes to Android or Google TVs, your TV will also display a notification on the home screen stating that there is a software update available for you to download and install on your Sony TV.
How to Manually Update Sony Smart TV [Android TV and Google TV]
If for some reason your Sony Google TV or Android TV is unable to download the update or for that matter, even connect to the internet, you can follow these steps to manually download the update and install it via a USB drive.
How to Update Other Sony LED and LCD TV Models
If you do not have a smart Sony TV, you can still check for software updates for the TV provided it can connect to the internet. We will show you the steps to update such Sony TVs with and without the internet. Update LCD and LED Sony TV Models via the Internet Update Other Sony LED and LCD TV Models via USB If your Tv doesn’t connect to the internet, you can still install updates for it using a USB drive. The steps are simple to follow. Update Sony LCD and LED TVs With No Software Download Option Some LCD and LED TVs from Sony are able to connect to the internet, but when you dig into the Settings menu to check for software updates, there is no Software Update or Download Software option. In such cases, these TVs will be having an Automatic Software Download option. Here is how you can enable this Automatic Download option on Sony’s LCD and LED TV models.
How to Update Sony LCD and LED TVs based on Help Option Display
When it comes to Sony’s LED and LCD TV models, there are numerous models out there. It can be a headache to search for your exact TV model and see how you need to update the TV. Sony has made a simple and easy way that shows you how to identify the TV as well as update it with ease. This can be done based on where the Help option is displayed on the screen. Some TVs have it at the top right or left corner and some at the bottom left and right corners. If The Help Is Not Displayed At The Top Right Corner Now, if you have a Sony LCD TV or LED TV that displays the Help icon in any three corners of the screen except for the top right corner, you can follow these steps to update your Sony TV. If The Help Is Displayed At The Top Right Corner The above steps are for those Sony TVs that have the help displayed on other corners of the TV screen. If your Sony TV displays the help icon at the top right corner of the TV, you might want to follow these steps. Conclusion This concludes the guide on how you can update the firmware of any Sony TV out there. Whether it’s a smart Sony TV or a semi-smart Sony LED or LCD TV, you can update the firmware for these TVs if available. If you have questions or queries, feel free to leave them in the comments section below. Also Check:
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