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00:00:00 – 00:12:45
This video focuses on testing the Xbox's performance with streaming apps like Netflix and Disney plus, particularly in terms of activating HDR modes, Dolby Atmos audio, and 24p mode for proper playback. The speaker discusses issues faced with frame jitters, HDR modes, and frame rates, highlighting the need for better video mode switching on TV boxes like the Xbox. Despite praise for the Xbox as a gaming platform, its streaming performance is criticized. The potential for future improvements in Xbox's media streaming capabilities is expressed, along with mention of the Xbox as a possible ultimate media playback device. The audience is directed to visit lawn.tv for additional support and updates.
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In this segment of the video, the host discusses how well the Xbox handles streaming apps like Netflix and Disney plus. The focus is on testing the Xbox’s performance with these apps to see if it can activate HDR modes, provide Dolby Atmos audio, and switch to 24p mode for proper playback. The host mentions that the Apple TV currently excels in these areas. The Xbox’s configuration settings for 24 Hertz and HDR options are highlighted, along with the need to download the Dolby Access app for Dolby Atmos support.
00:03:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker describes setting up Dolby Atmos for free on a home theater receiver using an Xbox. They noted that after downloading the app, they were able to see Atmos tag light up on Netflix content. However, they experienced issues with the Xbox not switching the television into 24p mode for Netflix content, resulting in frame jitters. Similar issues were also faced with other streaming apps like Disney Plus and Prime Video in terms of HDR modes and frame rates. The speaker highlighted that enabling pass-through audio interfered with Dolby Atmos on the Apple TV Plus app, and disabling it resolved the issue.
00:06:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses testing Apple TV on Xbox, noting that it did not switch the Xbox into 24p mode. YouTube videos played back correctly at 1080p 60fps, including HDR videos. Live television watching was tested using an HDHomeRun network television tuner, which worked well on the Xbox. The Xbox supports DRM-protected channels. The speaker also tested game streaming services like GeForce Now on the Xbox, commenting on the functionality and graphical fidelity. Overall, the Xbox is praised as a great gaming platform, but the speaker was disappointed with its streaming performance due to the lack of 24p switching support in tested apps.
00:09:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker highlights the need for app developers and Microsoft to collaborate on improving video mode switching for TV boxes, such as the Xbox. The importance of getting streaming boxes to work at 24p properly, similar to TVs, is emphasized. The speaker mentions using Apple TV for proper 24p mode across apps and praises the quietness of the new Xbox series. Additionally, the ability of many Xbox models to play 4K Blu-rays is discussed, positioning them as potential ultimate media playback devices. The speaker expresses optimism for future improvements in Xbox’s media streaming capabilities.
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