{"id":112152,"date":"2025-09-03T18:43:18","date_gmt":"2025-09-03T18:43:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/112152\/"},"modified":"2025-09-03T18:43:18","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T18:43:18","slug":"dolby-vision-2-unveiled-ai-powered-picture-optimisation-creator-controls-and-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/112152\/","title":{"rendered":"Dolby Vision 2 unveiled: AI-powered picture optimisation, creator controls, and more"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dolby has announced Dolby Vision<\/a> 2 \u2013 an evolution of its premium Dolby Vision HDR<\/a> tech which launched in 2014.<\/p>\n

The new iteration introduces a smattering of new features, including AI smarts and expanded creative tools, moving beyond traditional HDR processing to offer what the company describes as a more intelligent approach to picture optimisation.<\/p>\n

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One standout feature of Dolby Vision 2 is Content Intelligence, which automatically adjusts picture settings based on what viewers are watching, and their viewing environment.<\/p>\n

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This includes Precision Black technology, designed to address the common complaint that HDR content appears too dark in certain lighting conditions, while maintaining the director’s creative intent.<\/p>\n

Light Sense is another feature, which provides advanced ambient-light detection, using reference lighting data from content sources to optimise the TV’s output for different room conditions.<\/p>\n

Sports and gaming receive dedicated attention too, through specific optimisation features, including white-point adjustments and motion control designed for the demands of live broadcasts and interactive content.<\/p>\n

The technology also introduces Authentic Motion, which Dolby claims is the world’s first creative-driven motion control tool, allowing filmmakers to manage motion on a shot-by-shot basis to reduce unwanted judder while preserving cinematic authenticity.<\/p>\n

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Dolby Vision 2 will also land with a redesigned image-engine that works alongside bi-directional tone mapping.<\/p>\n

This new approach allows content creators to take advantage of modern TVs’ increased brightness and colour capabilities, while preserving their artistic vision.<\/p>\n

Given that today’s premium displays can achieve significantly higher peak-brightness levels than earlier generations, Dolby Vision 2 clearly aims to use this enhanced hardware more effectively.<\/p>\n

When launched, Dolby Vision 2 will land in two tiers \u2013 Dolby Vision 2 Max for high-performance TVs with additional premium features, and standard Dolby Vision 2 for mainstream TVs.<\/p>\n

As for supported sets, Hisense<\/a> has confirmed it will be the first manufacturer to implement Dolby Vision 2, in its RGB-MiniLED television range.<\/p>\n

The TVs will utilise MediaTek’s Pentonic 800 processor with MiraVision Pro PQ Engine, making it the first confirmed processor that is specifically designed to integrate Dolby Vision 2.<\/p>\n

French media company CANAL+ has also committed to supporting Dolby Vision 2 across its content library, including films, television shows, and live sports broadcasts.<\/p>\n

The announcement comes as the HDR landscape continues to evolve, with multiple competing standards including HDR10+, HLG for broadcasts, and the established HDR10 format.<\/p>\n

Dolby Vision has maintained its position as the most widespread option, though adoption varies significantly between manufacturers.<\/p>\n

Samsung<\/a>, notably, continues to support HDR10+ exclusively, and does not support Dolby Vision on any of its products. Sony<\/a>, LG<\/a>, Panasonic<\/a>, and Philips<\/a> have embraced Dolby Vision alongside other formats.<\/p>\n

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The original Dolby Vision introduced dynamic metadata that optimises HDR content scene by scene, compared with HDR10’s static approach.<\/p>\n

We have yet to test Dolby Vision 2, but it is \u2013 on paper at least \u2013 a potentially significant improvement in picture quality. We expect performance to vary depending on individual film mastering and TV calibration.<\/p>\n

As always, we are remaining tentatively optimistic, and will reserve judgement until we have seen Dolby Vision 2 in action ourselves.<\/p>\n

We have also reached out to Dolby with some further questions: how is the AI processing different to previous iterations? Does it leverage large platforms such as OpenAI? How is Light Sense different to Dolby Vision IQ? How does bi-directional tone mapping actually work? Watch this space.<\/p>\n

Specific availability dates and pricing for Dolby Vision 2-equipped televisions have not yet been announced. Hisense has indicated that timing details will follow at a later date.<\/p>\n

We are also hoping to see Dolby Vision 2 in action at IFA<\/a> 2025, so stay tuned for our initial impressions.<\/p>\n

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