What is com.sony.dtv.imanual?
com.sony.dtv.imanual is described in the imported source list as “i-Manual electronic guide”. tvdebloat rates it as caution (documented trade-offs) and lists it on 6 documented device lists, including Sony BRAVIA KD-49X8307C (2015).
Is it safe to disable com.sony.dtv.imanual?
Disabling com.sony.dtv.imanual has trade-offs.
The source notes indicate feature trade-offs, or the impact is insufficiently documented. Read the source notes and device context before deciding; keep it enabled if the impact is unclear.
From the source list: “i-Manual electronic guide”
Not independently verified by tvdebloat. Original source files and any upstream-reported test dates are linked in the device context below.
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How do I re-enable com.sony.dtv.imanual?
If the app was disabled for user 0 and ADB remains accessible, run:
adb shell pm enable --user 0 com.sony.dtv.imanual
Check the intended TV with adb devices. This is not a complete recovery procedure.
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- Sony BRAVIA KD-49X8307C (2015)
Android TV 7.0 · firmware NRD91N.S44 5.457
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: date not recorded · not independently verified.
Device source note: i-Manual electronic guide
- Sony BRAVIA KD-55XE8596 (2017)
Android TV 9 · firmware PTT1.190515.001.S52 672101
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: 2026-10-20 · not independently verified.
Device source note: i-Manual
- Sony BRAVIA KD-65X9300D (2016)
Android TV 8.0 · firmware OPR2.170623.027.S16 (6.827)
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: date not recorded · not independently verified.
Device source note: i-Manual
- Sony BRAVIA XBR-55X850D (2016)
Android TV 8.0 · firmware 6.827
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: date not recorded · not independently verified.
Device source note: i-Manual; keep if used
- Sony BRAVIA XBR-65X900F (2018)
Android TV 9 · firmware PTT1.190515.001.S54 672201
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: 2026-10-19 · not independently verified.
Device source note: i-Manual
- Sony BRAVIA XBR-65X900E (2017)
Android TV 9 · firmware PTT1.190515.001.S54
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: date not recorded · not independently verified.
Device source note: i-Manual