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Amazon Prime Video drops Dolby Vision and Atmos unless you pay extra (www.theverge.com)

submitted 8 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Amazon Prime Video drops Dolby Vision and Atmos unless you pay extra::Amazon Prime Video has removed Dolby Vision HDR, and Atmos surround sound, unless you pay an extra $2.99 a month for its new ad-free option. The company has confirmed the move.

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 8 months ago (1 children)

Probably. The industry is still trying to figure out pricing, and the cost of making content isn't matching the cost consumers are willing to pay for it.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago)

no one wants streaming exclusive content, it inherently feels lower quality, plus making it harder to generate a buzz and make the series feel worthwhile or pressing to watch