Dolby Vision 2 aims to significantly improve home cinema by focusing on professional content mastering and advanced motion handling, potentially transforming viewing experiences, but may require new TVs for consumers.
Dolby Vision 2, the next generation of HDR format, introduces AI-powered content optimization, enhanced black levels, ambient light adjustment, and a new 'Authentic Motion' feature for more cinematic motion smoothing, with initial support from Hisense and upcoming adoption by other major brands.
To enhance the picture quality of Samsung TVs, users should adjust several settings. Turning off Eco Mode and Brightness Optimization can improve brightness and contrast. Selecting a Picture Mode like Movie or Filmmaker provides a more accurate representation of content. Adjusting brightness levels for SDR and HDR content, experimenting with Local Dimming, and disabling Motion Smoothing for a cinematic experience are also recommended. These changes can significantly improve the viewing experience, even on older models.
Motion smoothing, also known as video interpolation or the soap opera effect, is a post-processing technique applied by televisions to artificially insert extra frames between existing ones, resulting in a higher frame rate. While it aims to reduce motion blur, it can negatively impact the intended appearance of films and TV shows. Many TV models now offer a feature called Filmmaker Mode, which disables motion smoothing and other post-processing effects. Each major TV brand has its own name for motion smoothing, but the article provides instructions on how to disable it for Amazon Fire TV, Hisense, LG, Roku, Samsung, Sony, and TCL TVs.