Disney+ Suspends Dolby Vision, HDR10+ in Europe Due to Technical Challenges
Disney+ has paused its support for Dolby Vision and HDR10+ for Premium users in various European countries. The platform has attributed this suspension to ongoing technical challenges.
Impact on Users
This disruption affects several users, particularly those using Apple Vision Pro, which relies on Dolby Vision for streaming 3D content. Currently, 3D movies are inaccessible in the affected regions.
Official Statement from Disney+
In a statement, Disney+ acknowledged the issue. They stated, “Dolby Vision support for content on Disney+ is currently unavailable in several European countries due to technical challenges. We are actively working to restore access to Dolby Vision and will provide an update as soon as possible.” The platform clarified that 4K UHD and HDR content remain available on supported devices, despite the Dolby Vision suspension.
Legal Complications
The situation is further complicated by a patent dispute involving Disney and InterDigital, a U.S. company specializing in video technology. A German court issued an injunction due to Disney’s alleged infringement of an InterDigital HDR technology patent.
Available Content for Subscribers
Despite the suspension of Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support, Disney+ Premium subscribers can still access 4K and standard HDR content. The timeline for restoring Dolby Vision is currently uncertain.
Summary of the Situation
- Service Affected: Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support disabled
- Regions Impacted: Several European countries
- Current Available Formats: 4K and standard HDR
- Legal Context: Patent dispute with InterDigital in Germany
- Status: Ongoing technical challenges, with no timeline for resolution
Disney+ encourages its users to stay informed as they address these technical challenges and work towards restoring full HDR functionality.
