Sony: Future BRAVIA features - requests & suggestions.

Nielsen

69 posts since
Jun 16, 2011

Written on Jun 23, 2011 1:34 PM

Just some additional comments based on my observations:

On the CIFS client : I have no problem accessing my laptop Win7 PC and browsing shared file directories and start media files supported (both pictures, video and audio). Alternatively I can start media files from the PC using the playlist in Windows media player + send to device (both pictures, video and audio), which is an easier way to browse. The Sony BRAVIA is shown (and installed) as other device in my home network on my win7 PC, where I also controls which directories that can be shared and thereby accessed from the BRAVIA TV.

I am going to try to access my older XP PC in my home network later also.

MPEG1/2/3,MP4, AVI and MKV (even though the I-manual doesn't mention MKV) files are supported, but limited to must used containers (I have many XVID and MP4 containers that works fine).

The picture (JPEG) viewer however sucks big time cause lot of standard JPEG files aren't viewable for some strange reason???

Still having a KDL-37EX720 (2011) ;-)

P.S I use a wireless network connection (802.11n) to the BRAVIA.

Brgds Nielsen

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kervern

10 posts since
May 12, 2011

Written on Jun 23, 2011 3:44 PM

for hbbtv ----> i'm french

and if any channel play the game it's so pleasure ! for gratis Tv VOD too.

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AlexS2011

3 posts since
Feb 21, 2011

Written on Jun 23, 2011 4:27 PM

Daft question#1 : If flash is a problem due to being heavy on resources and license fees to Adobe, how about HTML5 support instead ? or does that suffer from the same issues ?

Daft question#2 : If there are problems getting ITV player and 4oD onto the Bravia platform, how about the new RedPlayer facility by RedBee Media ? ( Although I suspect that's a no-go due to it using Cisco technology ).

Daft question#3 : Any chance of DTCP-IP technology coming to Bravia devices so people with Sony PVR's can stream DRM protected HD content over a home network to their Sony TV's,Blu-rays, SMP-N100 or indeed other Sony PVR's..etc ? Sony PVR downstairs, Sony PVR upstairs, record on either, watch on either.

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dyonissos

9 posts since
Jun 15, 2011

Written on Jun 23, 2011 4:28 PM

Nielsen wrote:

On the CIFS client : I have no problem accessing my laptop Win7 PC and browsing shared file directories and start media files supported (both pictures, video and audio).

You`re talking about the DLNA client, which makes use of the Media Server capability in windows 7 and windows media player.

The CIFS client would be able to browse any shared folder on the network (with proper credentials) regardless of the operating system of the system hosting the share.

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ollie101

23 posts since
May 8, 2011

Written on Jun 25, 2011 1:21 AM

Support for usb keyboards of some sort, using the remote for the internet etc is not user friendly, and with future updates some sort of release note so you know any changes...

Also some sort of update to make the 3D better I,ve heard the 3D on my particular set is horrible (EX724). This is holding me back from spending any money on the 3D glasses as it just wont seem justified, woulda been nice if i got a free pair in the box or from registering my set like samsung do, but then thats just asking too much lol

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Nielsen

69 posts since
Jun 16, 2011

Written on Jun 24, 2011 2:54 PM

Thanks for your reply:

Yes I'm happily using the DLNA client, and I was also thinking about the limited access and other OS, but that's not a problem for me yet. Browsing folders using my BRAVIA is tiresome, so limited folders are actually very welcome. Maybe if I in the future wants to add some network HDD or other fancy device and not easily finding any DLNA compliant devices I'll choke in my words.

I was also thinking, since DLNA is a joint standard, maybe the requirement is rather that other systems and OS just has to be DLNA compliant and adding media streaming server capabilities, so SONY can feel free and just be laying back on this issue.

On another topi:c the remote controls lacking capabilities I guess smartphone access are coming up, but will it use bluetooth? Bluetooth interface will besides keybord and mouse also add easy headset attachment.

Brgds Nielsen

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yorkshiresky

1 posts since
Jun 29, 2011

Written on Jun 29, 2011 4:14 PM

I was disappointed that following the firmware update no additional TV catchup services were added. BBC Iplayer is awesome of course, 5 on Demand, well it's Channel 5.

Still no sign of ITV Player or 4OD. Are these ever going to make it onto our equipment? Has Sony asked?

Thanks, Will

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majikmike

3 posts since
Jul 1, 2011

Written on Jul 1, 2011 12:43 PM

Hi

With reference to this forum item - http://www.sony.co.uk/discussions/message/631913#631913 - as someone who has been puzzling over the same problem for more than a year, I would like Sony to provide the ability to display jpg files which have been amended by computer software.

A lot of digital photos need to be tweeked and it does seem very restrictive to not allow them to be displayed. It also makes it impossible to produce a good slide show to to show to family and friends.

Thanks

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gillianallen

4 posts since
Jun 30, 2011

Written on Jul 1, 2011 4:40 PM

A WiFi Keyboard facility would be nice to do searches with, as the keypad thingy isnt very friendly, well not my friend at least

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dyonissos

9 posts since
Jun 15, 2011

Written on Jul 4, 2011 2:28 PM

Does any Sony official read this thread?

Is any of these suggestions going to be implemented? I think lots of people are waiting for an answer to this question.

And probably most of them would appreciate an answer to this: Is Sony going to support mkv containers in Bravia devices?

Thanks!

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ollie101

23 posts since
May 8, 2011

Written on Jul 5, 2011 12:22 AM

Restoration of the theatre button, more calibration options. Fix for the issue of 3D glasses coming out of sync. Look at competitors and think how you can better them at an affordable price!

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Sandyshore

2 posts since
Jun 6, 2011

Written on Jul 5, 2011 12:14 PM

Dear Sony Designers,

My most wanted feature is an edit list on the Freeview channels so that I can choose the channels I want on the EPG (not a fav list) and not see all the rubbish I do not want.

I have a very old set top freeview box on another TV which has a simple edit button that allows me to go through every channel and put and X by it if I do not want it. Then those channels do not appear on the EPG. It's great!

Funny thing is this TVonics PVR was made in the Sony factory. It's functions are perfect. Time Sony Bravia caught up, the TVonics is only 5 years old

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Renzoellul

35 posts since
Apr 29, 2011

Written on Jul 6, 2011 10:00 AM

Since I use the youtube application quite frequently, I'd like to have the latest settings remembered. For example when I go to choose one of my subscriptions I always have to sort the videos based on the latest feeds. Moreover I'd like to see the possibility to have HD quality videos as well.

As i suggested in a previous comment, in the skype application I'd like to see the addition of a ringing tune when someone calls, especially since a number of times I happen to call phone and no one is seeing the tv when i am calling even though the TV is on. Moreover I'd like to see the remember password option to avoid re inputting it every time.

I'd like to see more video services available and widgets. The facebook and twitter applications are useless in my opinion. I use Imediashare on my android phone to access feeds from Nasa, engadget, cnet etc... how about trying to incorporate these in the TV

Finally, when exiting from the internet video service and returning back to the digital transmission there is usually a lag of around 5-10 seconds. I do not know if this can be reduced.

Lawrence

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ldvb71

1 posts since
Jul 18, 2011

Written on Jul 18, 2011 5:35 PM

If possible, I’d really like to see a change in the way the names of recordings are determined on Bravia televisions with a USB HDD recording function, at least when the recording was programmed through the EPG. If recordings kept the same name as given in the timer list for anything programmed through the EPG, these recordings should always get the correct name. As pointed out elsewhere on this forum, the name of a recording currently is very often that of the preceding programme, presumably because the name is taken from the signal at the start of recording, and these wrong names are a real headache.

If it’s not possible to avoid the problem of mis-named recordings, even when programmed through the EPG, an option that enables users to change the name of recordings would be good, so that wrong names can at least be corrected manually.

Some other desirables relating to the recording function:

(1) An option to sort the recordings alphabetically by title (well, once the naming problem has been addressed—pointless at the moment, but it would be very useful once the names are correct, especially for anyone with a large number of recordings on a single drive).

(2) The possibility to record a series without having to programme it for each episode separately would be nice.

(3) A ‘pause’ function would be useful too from time to time. (Sony’s own website at the moment seems to suggest that pausing live tv is already possible, but I don’t think it is—see http://www.sony.co.uk/hub/lcd-television/benefits/connectivity/article/id/1237481406476 “USB HDD Recording lets you record TV shows direct from your BRAVIA® TV onto a USB hard disk drive. Just set your TV to record based on the Electronic Programme Guide and it will automatically save programmes for you – even from HD channels. Watch your favourite TV when it suits you, or pause live TV and pick up again where you left off”. Does this involve a planned firmware update?)