Tag: HDR
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How Netflix is Improving HDR Video to Work on All Devices
Over the last few months, Netflix rolled out a new version of HDR to optimize video quality on all devices, including TVs, mobile devices, and tablets. The format, called HDR-VMAF (Video Multimethod Assessment Fusion), uses a machine learning technology developed by Netflix called Dynamically Optimized encoding. It was designed to help Netflix offer a more…
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TCL’s New 98-Inch S5 TV Is Available With NFL Sunday Ticket Deal
If you’re in the market to go big on a new television set, TCL’s new Smart S5 TV is available for preorder for $5,000. The new model boasts features like a 120Hz native panel refresh rate, high brightness LED backlight, HDR ULTRA with Dolby Vision IQ and hands-free voice control. The new model joins TCL’s…
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Hulu Starts Adding HDR Support for Select Shows and Movies
It’s been a long time coming, but it looks like Hulu is finally starting to add high-dynamic range video (HDR) support to certain shows and movies within its streaming lineup. The news comes via a recent update on the company’s support pages that adds in mention of HDR support in specific circumstances. “Users can currently…
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PlayStation 5’s April Update Includes TV-Focused Tweaks Alongside New Storage Options
While the big April update coming to Sony’s PlayStation 5 this week certainly focuses on game-centric improvements, the full release notes reveal some TV-friendly additions as well. Sony announced the 900MB update earlier this week and it started rolling out on April 14th. In its announcement, the company focused on major upgrades, including the ability…
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Cord Cutters News Guide to HDR (High Dynamic Range)
We recently took a look at 4K video, what the term means and what you need to enjoy that content. And in this guide, we’re focusing on another feature that’s been creeping its way into mainstream TV and movie watching. It’s time to talk about HDR, or high-dynamic range. We’re going to go over what…
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Films With Dolby Vision Support Starting to Appear on Google Play Movies
Movies supporting the Dolby Vision flavor of the High-Dynamic Range (HDR) format are starting to appear on the Google Play Movies marketplace. FlatpanelsHD reported discovering a pair of movies — Joker and A Simple Favor — that offer the option so far. The online storefront offers several movies in HDR formats, including Marvel Studios movies…
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CBS All Access Adds HDR Support to Android TV App
An app update to CBS All Access this week enables HDR support on Android TV platforms. Dolby Vision HDR support had been available on the Apple TV version of the app, but this latest update allows devices like the Shield TV Pro and the recently released TiVo Stream 4K to enjoy some high-dynamic range content.…
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FuboTV Now Supports 4K HDR Streaming
Starting today fuboTV is offering 4K HDR streaming on FOX and FS1. Just in time for the final rounds of the 2018 World Cup, you will be able to enjoy them in beautiful 4K HDR. “Launching 4K HDR is a testament to our dedication and relentless pursuit to developing for consumers the world’s premier live video…
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A New iTunes Update Gives Hints About The New Apple TV
Well it looks like Apple has started to get ready for the new Apple TV that is expected to be released this fall. Yesterday MacRumors reported that some iTunes users are seeing their purchases history start to show past movies purchases now available in 4K HDR. Yet when you try to download them you still…
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Netflix Doubles Down on 4K and Plans to Add HDR Content
Netflix is doubling down on its 4K content and plans to add HDR content to their streaming service some time “soon.” Although no set date has been announced, it is expected soon and maybe some time in March. The first shows to be released in HDR are Season 1 of “Marco Polo” and Season 2…