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technology8 days ago•4 min saved

Roku TV Tops Best Buy Shoppers’ 2026 Picks

Best Buy shoppers rate Roku TVs highly, led by the Class Select Series 4K QLED Smart Roku TV (55-inch) with 4.8 stars from 154 reviews; Pioneer models also score well, including a 65-inch Class LED 4K UHD Smart Roku TV at 4.8 stars from 400+ reviews. These Roku TVs offer 4K HDR (HDR10+/HLG), a voice remote, easy setup, and multiple HDMI ports at affordable prices, though the 60Hz refresh rate may disappoint gamers. Overall Roku-branded TVs are popular and generally good value, with several sizes from 50 to 85 inches.

via bgr.com|

#4k #hdr #pioneer

technology9 days ago•4 min saved

How to Watch Dolby Vision on Netflix: Plan, Gear, and Settings

Netflix supports Dolby Vision for select titles, but to watch in DV you must have a Premium plan, a DV-enabled display and compatible devices, an HDCP 2.2–compliant HDMI cable, at least 15 Mbps internet, and the Netflix app settings set to High with HDR enabled; otherwise you’ll see standard streaming even if the title bears a Dolby Vision logo.

via Engadget|

#4k #dolby-vision #hdr

technology18 days ago•6 min saved

Dolby Vision 2 Lands on 2026 Hisense TVs with Dual-Tier HDR and Motion Features

Dolby Vision 2 is rolling out starting with 2026 Hisense models (UX, UR9, UR8, U7) with TCL and Philips adding support later; it introduces two tiers (Max and standard), adds features like Authentic Motion, local tone mapping, and brightness/intensity controls, and requires new hardware (MediaTek Pentonic 800). Older Dolby Vision TVs can’t adopt the new features, while content must be encoded with Dolby Vision 2 metadata. HDR10+ Advanced is a rival, and rollout is underway with broader adoption expected after studios adopt the metadata (targeting August–September for updates).

via The Verge|

#authentic-motion #dolby-vision-2 #hdr

technology1 month ago•4 min saved

Nintendo Switch 2 OLED Upgrade Rumored for 2028 Release

A Korean report cites talks at Nintendo about an OLED version of the Switch 2, potentially with 1080p handheld resolution and HDR support. Production would likely not start before late 2027, with a possible 2028 release, and Samsung Display could supply the panels, though price impact is unclear. Nintendo has also announced minor revisions in Europe to comply with Right to Repair and new battery rules, but there’s no official confirmation of an OLED Switch 2 yet.

via Eurogamer.net|

#1080p #hdr #nintendo

technology2 months ago•13 min saved

HP OmniBook Ultra 14 Raises the Bar with 120 Hz OLED HDR Display

HP's OmniBook Ultra 14 debuts a 120 Hz OLED HDR display that reaches up to about 1100 nits, making it significantly brighter than the Dell XPS 14's 60 Hz IPS panel and giving HP a clear display advantage in this comparison.

via Notebookcheck|

#120-hz #dell-xps-14 #hdr

technology2 months ago•2 min saved

Sony Debuts Lytia 910 LOFIC Sensor With 100dB HDR in a Single Shot

Sony introduced its first LOFIC image sensor, the Lytia 910, delivering 100dB dynamic range in a single exposure via per-pixel capacitors and Triple Conversion Gain HDR, enabling 4K 60fps HDR video and reducing motion artifacts. The 50MP, 1/1.28-inch sensor uses Quad Bayer and 1.22µm pixels, with mass production starting this summer and smartphones expected in Q4; LOFIC has appeared in other models like Honor Magic6 Ultimate and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, with rumors of Samsung and vivo pursuing similar tech.

via GSMArena.com|

#hdr #image-sensor #lofic

technology3 months ago•10 min saved

Analogue 3D Update Lets N64 Carts Display in Color, With HDR Clarifications

Analogue 3D’s 1.2.6 update adds a Library Cartridge Colors option so N64 carts can be shown in the menu in Grey/Red/Green/Blue/Yellow/Gold/Black/Purple/Pink, with colors defaulting to each game’s regional release. It also clarifies the Advanced HDR feature, noting HDR10-compatible displays will automatically benefit from a wider color range, brighter details, and deeper blacks, while Original Display Modes are HDR-capable. The patch includes SD card stability improvements, an updated Progressive Output toggle (fixing flicker in some games like Resident Evil 2), and various UI and performance tweaks per the official notes.

via Time Extension|

#analogue-3d #cartridge-colors #hdr

cameras4 months ago•21 min saved

Hasselblad X2D II 100C wins TIPA World Award for Best Medium-Format Camera

Hasselblad’s X2D II 100C, a 100MP medium-format camera with true end-to-end HDR color and features like 10 stops of IBIS, 15.3 stops of dynamic range, LiDAR, and a built-in 1TB SSD, has been named Best Medium-Format Camera at the Technical Image Press Association World Awards, highlighting its combination of cutting-edge tech and usability.

via Digital Camera World|

#100mp #cameras #hasselblad

gaming4 months ago•13 min saved

Digimon Story: Time Stranger lands on Switch 2 with 1080p/60fps Performance and 4K/30fps HDR Quality

Digimon Story: Time Stranger will release on both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch this summer; Switch 2 offers two modes—Performance delivering 1080p up to 60fps and Quality delivering 4K (1080p handheld) up to 30fps with HDR—while the official Switch version sticks to 1080p docked / 720p handheld at 30fps, with only subtle visual differences between the two platforms.

via Nintendo Everything|

#digimon-story-time-stranger #frame-rate #gaming

technology4 months ago•22 min saved

TCL Debuts Four Budget QLED TVs With 4K HDR and 144Hz Gaming

TCL has unveiled four new 2026 QLED TV lines (P8L, P7L, V6D-UK, C6K-UK) that deliver 4K HDR across formats (Dolby Vision, HDR10+), up to a 144Hz gaming refresh, and HDMI 2.1 across sizes from 43 to 98 inches. Some models run Google TV, others Fire TV, with features like VRR/ALLM and built-in Game Master. UK pricing ranges from about £379 to £1,999, and availability is slated for May 2026 at major retailers.

via PC Guide|

#144hz #hdr #qled

tech4 months ago•60 min saved

UR9 RGB LED TV signals RGB-led progress, but OLED still holds the throne

Hisense’s UR9 RGB LED TV (65-inch tested at $3,500; available in 65/75/85/100 inches) uses individual RGB LEDs to deliver bright HDR with colors beyond P3 and offers 3 HDMI 2.1 ports plus a USB-C DisplayPort on Google TV. It’s competitive with flagship OLEDs on brightness and value, but OLED still wins on contrast; RGB LED is a promising path forward, though not yet a replacement for OLED.

via The Verge|

#hdr #hisense-ur9 #oled

monitors4 months ago•12 min saved

MSI MPG 322UR QD-OLED X24: a brighter, smarter OLED upgrade at a lower price

MSI updates its 32-inch 4K 240 Hz QD-OLED with Samsung Gen 4 panel, delivering brighter SDR/HDR, improved contrast, and OLED Care 3.0 with a presence sensor to reduce burn-in. Priced at $1,099—$200 less than the predecessor—it's paired with DisplayPort 2.1a UHBR20 for an uncompressed 4K/240 signal, HDMI 2.1, USB-C 98 W, and DarkArmor Film for better color depth; a refined, mature OLED gaming/creativity monitor with strong text clarity and motion performance.

via TechPowerUp|

#4k #hdr #monitors

technology5 months ago•7 min saved

Apple Studio Display vs. Studio Display XDR: A Practical Buyer's Guide

Apple’s refreshed Studio Display and the new Studio Display XDR share most features (27-inch 5K panel, Center Stage camera, six-speaker system, Thunderbolt, etc.). The XDR adds a mini-LED backlight, higher brightness (up to 2,000 nits HDR), 120Hz with Adaptive Sync, and broader color support, plus a more powerful chip, which drives its much higher price. For most users, the standard Studio Display delivers nearly identical day-to-day performance at roughly half the cost, making it the sensible choice unless you need HDR, extreme brightness, or specialized color workflows.

via MacRumors|

#apple #hdr #mini-led

technology5 months ago•12 min saved

Apple Studio Display XDR vs Studio Display (2026): A head-to-head of two 27-inch 5K creator monitors

Apple's 2026 lineup splits the line into an elite Studio Display XDR and a mainstream Studio Display. The XDR is a 27-inch 5K mini-LED reference monitor with up to 2000-nit HDR brightness, 1,000,000:1 contrast, 120Hz, HDR modes and DICOM support, and it uses Thunderbolt 5 with up to 140W power delivery; it ships with a height- and tilt-adjustable stand (or VESA) and costs $3,299. The Studio Display (2026) uses a 27-inch 5K panel without HDR, with 600-nit brightness and 60Hz, priced at $1,599; its stand is tilt-only (with a $400 option for height/tilt) and it uses Thunderbolt 5 with 96W power delivery. Both offer Center Stage webcam, six-speaker sound and three USB-C ports, but the XDR is aimed at pros and studios needing HDR, broader color modes, and medical-imaging DICOM support, while the Studio Display targets mainstream Mac users seeking solid performance at a lower price.

via PCMag|

#5k-retina #apple-studio-display-xdr #hdr

tech5 months ago•33 min saved

Apple’s Studio Display XDR gets Mini LED upgrade and 120Hz HDR

Apple refreshes its 5K Studio Display lineup with the Studio Display XDR, which uses 2,304-zone Mini LED backlighting for brighter HDR and better contrast, adds adaptive sync up to 120Hz when connected to M4/M5 devices, and supports up to 140W charging; preorder starts March 4 and shipping begins March 11. The base Studio Display remains 60Hz, with the XDR priced at $3,299 (nano-texture glass raises to $3,599).

via The Verge|

#120hz #apple #hdr