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Dolby Laboratories announced Dolby Vision 2, the next iteration of its HDR video platform for TVs. Dolby says the update centers on a redesigned image engine and new “Content Intelligence” features that adapt playback to the content and viewing environment.

According to Dolby, Dolby Vision 2 will roll out in two tiers: Dolby Vision 2 Max for high‑end sets and a standard Dolby Vision 2 tier intended for mainstream models. Dolby also says it has introduced bi‑directional tone mapping to better leverage today’s brighter, wider‑gamut displays while preserving creative intent.

Content Intelligence, as described by Dolby

• Precision Black — tuning aimed at improving shadow clarity and reducing the “too dark” complaint without overriding artistic choices. :contentReference.
• Light Sense — ambient‑light–aware adjustments guided by reference lighting data in the content.
• Sports & Gaming Optimization — white‑point and motion controls tailored for live sports and game content.

Dolby says Dolby Vision 2 also “goes beyond HDR” with Authentic Motion, a creative‑driven motion‑control tool meant to manage judder on a shot‑by‑shot basis.

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Industry adoption

Hisense is the first TV brand to announce it will ship models with Dolby Vision 2. Dolby states those TVs will use MediaTek’s Pentonic 800 with the MiraVision Pro PQ engine, the first SoC to integrate Dolby Vision 2. Timing and availability will be announced later.

French broadcaster CANAL+ has also committed to support Dolby Vision 2 across movies, series, and live sports for its subscribers, according to the announcement.

"We've reached an inflection point where TV technology has dramatically changed while artists continue to demand even more innovative tools" said John Couling, SVP of Entertainment at Dolby, adding that "Dolby Vision 2 redefines how we think of Dolby Vision to unleash the full capabilities of modern TVs while giving artists unprecedented opportunities to push their creative boundaries further than ever before."