Disney+ has expanded its streaming quality by introducing support for the HDR10+ format. This move aligns Disney+ with other major streaming platforms like Netflix and Apple TV that already support the Dolby Vision alternative.
The HDR10+ support on Disney+ is currently limited to selected content from Hulu, which was acquired by The Walt Disney Company in June. Samsung revealed that over 1,000 Hulu titles are now accessible in HDR10+, with promises of more Disney+ content adopting the format in the future. Previously, Disney+ only offered support for HDR10 and Dolby Vision HDR standards.
This development benefits Samsung TV users, as Samsung TVs do not support Dolby Vision. By incorporating HDR10+, Disney+ is expanding its reach and catering to Samsung TV owners, a significant portion of the market. Samsung confirmed that its Crystal UHD TVs from 2018 onwards, including OLED TVs, The Frame TVs, QLED TVs, and Micro RGB TV, can now stream HDR10+ content from Disney+.
Moreover, the Disney+ app on Apple’s tvOS now lists HDR10+ compatibility, further broadening the reach of this high-quality streaming format. With the integration of HDR10+ and the unification of content from Disney+ and Hulu, Disney’s streaming service is poised to attract more viewers.
Source: Ars Technica