Super Bowl LIX: A Deep Dive into the 4K HDR and Dolby Atmos Broadcast Experience
4K HDR and Dolby Atmos highlight Super Bowl LIX broadcasts. This article explores the technology and offers viewing tips.
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Super Bowl LIX: A Deep Dive into the 4K HDR and Dolby Atmos Broadcast Experience
Super Bowl LIX is shaping up to be a visual and auditory spectacle, even if the core broadcast technology remains largely consistent with recent years. While Fox Sports is sticking with its established 1080p HDR capture and upscaling to 4K for its broadcasts and the free Tubi stream, Comcast has announced a significant audio enhancement: Dolby Atmos. This addition promises to elevate the viewing experience, potentially adding a new layer of immersion to the on-field action. Let's delve into what this means for viewers and explore the broader landscape of Super Bowl broadcasts. The Visual Landscape: 4K Upscaling and HDR For several years now, the Super Bowl has been presented in a form of 4K resolution. However, it's crucial to understand that this 4K image is typically derived from a 1080p High Dynamic Range (HDR) source. Fox Sports, like many broadcasters, captures the game in 1080p HDR, which offers a significant improvement in picture quality compared to standard 1080p. HD…