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The video addresses the limited support for Dolby Vision on Windows systems despite the introduction of HDR capabilities in Windows 10 and continued support in Windows 11. It explains that HDR10, a more widely adopted standard, is preferred due to its lack of licensing fees and compatibility with more devices and applications. Dolby Vision's technology, which requires licensing for all components in the playback chain and a separate app on Windows, creates challenges due to high costs and proprietary restrictions that do not align well with open-source models. The speaker contrasts this with the efficient handling of Dolby Vision by certified devices like the Fire Stick, Apple TV, and Android Play TV. Ultimately, users are advised to rely on HDR10 or HDR10 Plus, as full Dolby Vision support on Windows is not expected soon, and they are encouraged to share their experiences and tune into a tech talk show for further discussions.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker addresses the limited support for Dolby Vision on Windows, despite the introduction of HDR in Windows 10 and continued support in Windows 11. They highlight that only a handful of games support Dolby Vision, while HDR10 is being adopted more widely. For video playback, Dolby Vision is primarily supported through the Films and TV app, with popular apps like Kodi, Plex, and VLC lacking compatibility due to licensing issues.
The complexity arises from the need for every component in the playback chain (media source, CPU/GPU, player software, display devices, and sound systems) to be licensed for Dolby Vision. Windows requires a separate Dolby Vision extensions app for support, but most games and open-source applications avoid using Dolby Vision because of the high licensing costs and proprietary requirements, which do not align with the open-source model. The segment concludes by noting the challenges in certifying PCs for Dolby Vision due to their diverse and customizable nature.
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In this segment, the speaker explains why devices like the Fire Stick, Apple TV, and Android Play TV can handle video processing more efficiently than Windows. They mention that these devices hand off video processing to the operating system, a certified device. The speaker highlights that Dolby is restrictive with its technology, aiming to win the HDR wars. As a result, there are no Windows options for Dolby Vision, and a solution is not anticipated anytime soon, leaving HDR10 as the go-to alternative.
They elaborate on HDR10’s advantages, noting that it is free and widely sufficient for most users. The speaker describes the differences between HDR10 and Dolby Vision, emphasizing Dolby Vision’s use of dynamic metadata for better color and brightness. However, they suggest that users should not waste time trying to get Dolby Vision working on Windows and should stick with HDR10 or HDR10 Plus, as full Dolby Vision support on Windows is unlikely to come soon.
The segment concludes with a call to action for viewers to share their Dolby Vision experiences in the comments and a promotion for a tech talk show.