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- Users can enable screensaver on Sony BRAVIA Google & Android TV models from Settings.
- It is possible to choose a screensaver from available defaults or set your desired picture from the TV storage.
The following article explains ways to enable screensaver on various Sony TV models. Make use of the screensaver option to avoid image retention. Also, it’ll help prevent pixel burn-in that damages the panel when your Sony TV falls into standby mode and displays the same image for a longer time. Before getting into the procedure, connect your Sony TV to WIFI.
How to Enable Screensaver on Sony BRAVIA Google TV
- Pick up your TV remote and go to Settings.
- Select System and click on Ambient mode.
- Choose either Google Photos, Art Gallery, or Experimental. Photos are suggested based on your selection.
NOTE: Google Photos shows the images you have saved on your Google account while Art gallery gives you curated images and artworks. Experimental lets you try out new content.
![Select the channel of your choice](https://i0.wp.com/smarttvbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Sony-TV-Screensaver-2.png?resize=506%2C436&ssl=1)
- By scrolling further down to More Settings, you can find options to set the time the screensaver starts, the speed of the slideshow, and many more options.
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- Once you have made your selection, click on Start now. Your TV will start showing the screensaver.
How to Enable Screensaver on Sony BRAVIA Android TV
Since Android TVs come in several versions, the procedure to change the screensaver varies based on its OS version. Here, we have provided the procedure for TVs running on Android 6.0 and higher.
Android 6.0
- Go to your TV’s Home screen and click on Settings.
- Under the TV category, select Daydream.
- Click on When to daydream and select the time you want. You can choose either 5 minutes, 10 minutes, minutes, or 1 Hour.
- After this, the screensaver will appear on your TV after the set time.
Android 7.0 or Higher
- Click on the Settings option provided at the top-right.
- Select Device Preferences and click on Screensaver.
![Click on Screensaver](https://i0.wp.com/smarttvbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Sony-TV-Screensaver-4.png?resize=755%2C368&ssl=1)
- Tap on When to start and choose the time of your choice. Select either 5 minutes, 15 minutes, 30 minutes, 1 and 2 Hours.
- Once you have chosen the time, your TV will display the screensaver after it crosses the standby time.
From the above methods, you can enable a screensaver on all models of Sony BRAVIA TV. In addition to preventing image retention, screensavers help protect your privacy by hiding what you are watching.
FAQ
1. Where can I find the screensaver location on Sony TV?
Screensavers are shown directly using the internet and are not saved to your Sony TV. But you can find the location/source of the image via the Sony TV remote app. Launch the Google Home app while the screensaver appears on your Sony TV. Select your TV device from the app. There, you can see the picture and the link to the artist’s profile.