“We’re committed to delivering the best possible picture quality and compatibility to our customers,” said Mark Jensen, CEO and Co-founder of MyVelo TV. “Integrating Advanced HDR by Technicolor allows us to support the new and increasingly adopted ATSC 3.0 standard while maintaining backward compatibility. It reinforces our mission: providing choice, accessibility, and cost-effectiveness to consumers.”

MyVelo TV Premiere: A New Standard in Free and Streaming TV

Premiere is a NextGen Smart TV box, combining free over-the-air TV and popular OTT streaming services in a single, easy-to-use device. Designed for maximum compatibility, it supports a wide range of television displays, including older models that may not natively handle HDR content.

Premiere will now support Advanced HDR by Technicolor’s SL-HDR1, a dynamic HDR solution that optimizes SDR and HDR content in real-time for more lifelike images and rich contrast, particularly useful for live sports—a central focus of MyVelo TV’s programming and user engagement strategy.

“Live sports are a major part of our content focus,” added Jensen. “Of the 20 new video ads we’re rolling out this season, 15 are centered around sports. From auto racing to pickleball, our viewers are passionate about free, high-quality sports content — and Advanced HDR helps us make that experience even more immersive.”

A Complete HDR Ecosystem Powered by MyVelo TV

Premiere will be the first of several products from MyVelo TV to integrate Advanced HDR by Technicolor as the company looks to standardize high-performance viewing across its entire hardware family. The box will be available wherever the ATSC 3.0 standard is adopted — including the United States, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and soon Canada, Mexico, and Brazil on the horizon.

“We believe Premiere will be the most comprehensive and compliant set-top receiver available for NextGen TV — covering every major HDR profile listed in the ATSC 3.0 spec,” said Steve Calzone, CTO and Co-Founder of MyVelo TV. “That gives consumers peace of mind and exceptional performance, now and into the future.”

This collaboration with MyVelo TV represents a milestone moment in the adoption of Advanced HDR by Technicolor.

“By bringing SL-HDR1 to a consumer-focused platform like MyVelo TV Premiere, we’re making next-generation visual experiences more accessible than ever before. It’s a meaningful step in our mission to deliver superior picture quality — especially for live sports and broadcast content — while ensuring full compatibility with today’s diverse range of TVs,” said Rick Dumont, Head of Business Development for HDR at Philips.

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About MyVelo TV

MyVelo TV is a next-generation entertainment platform that combines the best of broadcast and streaming in one powerful, easy-to-use device. Designed to maximize value and flexibility for consumers, MyVelo TV provides access to free, live, and on-demand content through a family of Smart TV boxes that work with both new and legacy TVs. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, we are committed to revolutionizing home entertainment by offering a comprehensive, user-friendly solution for accessing both subscription-based and free television content. To learn more about MyVelo TV visit: https://www.myvelotv.com.

About Advanced HDR by Technicolor

Advanced HDR by Technicolor is a suite of high-dynamic-range (HDR) technologies designed to deliver superior video quality across a variety of display devices and network environments. Developed as a collaboration between InterDigital and Philips, it includes formats like SL-HDR1, SL-HDR2, and SL-HDR3, which dynamically optimize HDR content to match the capabilities of the display device in real-time. This allows broadcasters and content providers to deliver a high-quality viewing experience with improved contrast, brightness, and color accuracy while maximizing bandwidth efficiency. With support for multiple distribution workflows, Advanced HDR by Technicolor enables seamless integration into existing infrastructures, making it a preferred solution for broadcasters seeking to future-proof their HDR delivery. To learn more about Advanced HDR by Technicolor visit: https://advancedhdrbytechnicolor.pro.

“The creation of content in HDR is increasing, and the industry is adapting to ensure the delivery of high-quality HDR and standard dynamic range (SDR) content across broadcasting and streaming services,” Valérie Allie, Senior Director of the Media Services Group at InterDigital. “This trend increases demand for HDR/SDR conversion processes in content distribution workflows that are flexible and streamlined.” 

Advanced HDR by Technicolor experts will be on hand at multiple locations to discuss: 

• Accelerating Implementation of Advanced HDR by Technicolor – ATSC booth W3056. Visitors will view live content in Advanced HDR by Technicolor to experience how the solution offers a high-quality picture that enhances the viewing experience. They will also learn more about the many content distributors and TV and encoder manufacturers that have adopted Advanced HDR by Technicolor. Latest integrations of note include: RCA, Zapperbox, Pickleball TV, Plex, Capitol Broadcasting and Gray Media.
  
  
• How to Create Your Best HDR Experience – Ultra HD Forum booth W4051.  Attendees will see how leveraging dynamic and static conversion techniques optimizes HDR quality in a single master workflow. Experts from Advanced HDR by Technicolor will demonstrate how dynamic conversion with Intelligent Tone Management outperforms legacy systems that use fixed white levels in static conversion. Advanced HDR by Technicolor’s dynamic conversion process adapts in real-time to changing light conditions and features tunable diffuse white settings to ensure that HDR content is rich in contrast and vibrant in color. 
  
  
• Advanced HDR by Technicolor Meeting Room (Invitation Only) – W2675. For those that would like an invitation to discuss the latest developments associated with Advanced HDR by Technicolor from a technological, business relationship and commercial deployment perspective, please click on the link below to arrange a time that is convenient for all parties.

As adoption of Advanced HDR by Technicolor accelerates, major broadcasters and streaming service providers are steadily integrating this technology into their operations along with a growing number of encoding manufactures, such as Ateme, and TV manufacturers, like Hisense and RCA. 

Contact us to book a time and experience “HDR Without Limits“!

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About Advanced HDR by Technicolor

Advanced HDR by Technicolor is a suite of high-dynamic-range (HDR) technologies designed to deliver superior video quality across a variety of display devices and network environments. Developed as a collaboration between InterDigital and Philips, it includes formats like SL-HDR1, SL-HDR2, and SL-HDR3, which dynamically optimize HDR content to match the capabilities of the display device in real-time. This allows broadcasters and content providers to deliver a high-quality viewing experience with improved contrast, brightness, and color accuracy while maximizing bandwidth efficiency. With support for multiple distribution workflows, Advanced HDR by Technicolor enables seamless integration into existing infrastructures, making it a preferred solution for broadcasters seeking to future-proof their HDR delivery. To learn more about Advanced HDR by Technicolor visit:

https://advancedhdrbytechnicolor.pro. 

Rising Broadcast Adoption

The summer of 2024 presented an exceptional opportunity for global HDR content distribution with the Paris Games and the UEFA European Football Championship. In the United States, the adoption of HDR has been further strengthened by the continued expansion of NEXTGEN TV’s delivery of HDR content 24 hours a day, seven days a week. As a result, HDR is now rapidly becoming a priority for broadcasting and distribution service providers worldwide.

“HDR content is becoming more widely available on traditional broadcast and streaming platforms,” Allie stated. “This is especially true in America, with the launch of Broadcast-enabled Streaming TV (BEST) channels over ATSC 3.0 and the popularity of AVOD/FAST channels. They are expanding HDR’s reach, ensuring a growing base of HDR-ready content for consumers.”

For Advanced HDR by Technicolor, these trends have translated into new broadcasting partners, including PBS, Capitol Broadcasting, and Gray Media. These additions have increased the range of channels capable of delivering live sports and entertainment in HDR.

OEM and Peripheral Engagement

Interest from TV and device manufacturers is on the rise as well.

“During CES 2025, we announced the launch of RCA’s NEXTGEN TV models integrated with Advanced HDR by Technicolor and an expanded lineup of Hisense TV models featuring our solution,” said Allie. 

Hardware and accessory devices are also actively exploring HDR technologies, adding more critical pieces to the ecosystem.   

“Encoding manufacturers, such as Ateme, have made strides in further embracing Advanced HDR by Technicolor to enhance their offerings for HDR workflows. Also at CES this year, we announced Tolka and Geniatech’s integration of Advanced HDR by Technicolor in their set-top box devices,” said Allie. “Beyond this, system-on-chip manufacturers have included the solution in their hardware, creating a well-rounded environment for HDR to thrive and be much more accessible to consumers.”    

Looking ahead, the Advanced HDR by Technicolor team is optimistic about accelerating adoption across the industry — including streaming.  

“The demand for HDR is expected to continue growing in 2025, especially as more live and on-demand content in HDR is created.  Our recent partnership with Plex, a major provider of content distribution services, further demonstrates the significance of HDR across all platforms, whether broadcast or streaming. Additionally, live sports events will continue to be an opportunity for broadcasters and streaming service providers to engage with HDR workflows,” Allie concluded. 

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To read the full Q&A with Valérie Allie, click here.

Q: How has demand for HDR evolved over the past year, and what can we expect in 2025?

Valerie Allie: The demand for High Dynamic Range (HDR) continues to accelerate as more consumers experience its benefits. HDR is a “seeing is believing” technology—once viewers see the improved contrast, brightness, and color range, they want it in all their video experiences. This growing demand is driving adoption across both production and distribution.

In 2024, we saw HDR used extensively in major international sports events, with the Olympic Games standing out as a prime example of impressive HDR distribution. In the U.S., the rollout of NEXTGEN TV has expanded HDR content availability 24/7, covering more regions coast to coast. As a result, broadcasters and content creators are increasingly prioritizing HDR production.

On the production side, more HDR content is being created than ever before. The industry is adapting its workflows to simultaneously deliver high-quality HDR and SDR content in HD and UHD formats across broadcast and streaming platforms. Innovations in SDR/HDR conversion technology are making this transition smoother, improving both quality and efficiency.

From a distribution perspective, HDR content is becoming more widely available through both traditional broadcast and streaming platforms. The launch of Broadcast-enabled Streaming TV (BEST) channels over ATSC 3.0 and the rise of Free Advertising Supported Streaming TV (FAST) channels are expanding HDR’s reach, ensuring a growing base of HDR-ready content for consumers.

Q: How has the adoption of Advanced HDR by Technicolor evolved over 2024?

Valerie Allie: The momentum behind Advanced HDR by Technicolor has been tremendous in 2024, driven by its technical advantages and its alignment with NEXTGEN TV. As HDR adoption grows, broadcasters, TV manufacturers, and streaming services are increasingly turning to Advanced HDR by Technicolor as a preferred solution.

We’ve seen significant adoption across the entertainment technology ecosystem. This broad-based adoption underscores the technology’s growing influence across the industry.

Q: What progress has been made in broadcaster adoption?

Valerie Allie: 2024 saw a significant increase in the number of broadcasters adopting Advanced HDR by Technicolor. With the expansion of NEXTGEN TV stations, more networks are delivering HDR content 24/7, offering viewers an enhanced experience.

Notable new adopters include PBS, Capitol Broadcasting, and Gray Media, in addition to existing partners like Sinclair. BEST channels, leveraging ATSC 3.0, have also contributed to the availability of HDR content, bringing more sports and entertainment channels into the fold.

Q: What progress has been made in TV manufacturing?

Valerie Allie: CES 2025 was a key milestone for HDR adoption in TV manufacturing. We confirmed the continued expansion of Hisense TVs featuring Advanced HDR by Technicolor and announced the launch of RCA’s NEXTGEN TV models with Advanced HDR integration.

Additionally, the demand for NEXTGEN TV accessories—such as external tuners and set-top boxes—continues to grow, further increasing the number of households that can access HDR content. As more manufacturers embrace the standard, HDR viewership will continue to rise.

Q: What about other parts of the entertainment technology ecosystem? Are other partners embracing Advanced HDR by Technicolor?

Valerie Allie: Absolutely. To support the industry’s shift toward HDR, we’ve seen increased adoption of Advanced HDR by Technicolor across the entire ecosystem:

• Encoding manufacturers are optimizing their solutions for seamless HDR workflows.
  
  
• SoC (System-on-Chip) makers are embedding Advanced HDR into their hardware to ensure smooth HDR performance.
• Consumer device manufacturers are integrating the technology into set-top boxes such as Tolka and Geniatech, TVs, and other display devices.

All of this activity ensures that HDR content can be produced, distributed, and viewed at the highest quality possible.

Q: What can we expect in 2025?

Valerie Allie: The demand for HDR content will continue to grow, driving further adoption across the industry. As more HDR content becomes available, consumers will come to expect it as the new standard, further fueling industry interest and investment.

At CES 2025, we announced a partnership with Plex, a major player in content distribution. This highlights the increasing demand for premium HDR content across all platforms, from broadcast to streaming.

With ongoing advancements in HDR production, distribution, and display technologies, 2025 will be a landmark year for the HDR ecosystem. 

Q: What is your call to action? How can industry professionals connect with you?

Valerie Allie: We are always available to engage with industry professionals—whether at major trade shows like NAB, standards meetings, or through one-on-one discussions.

For those interested in learning more about Advanced HDR by Technicolor, the best way to reach us is through our website, where we provide updates on industry developments, case studies, and opportunities for collaboration.

We look forward to working with partners across the industry to drive the next wave of HDR innovation. 

To view the full interview with InterDigital’s Valerie Allie, visit https://bit.ly/4bPyWgl

Check out Advanced HDR by Technicolor-enabled broadcasts offering consistent HDR and premium SDR quality 24/7 from: 

• Sinclair: Over 100 channels delivering coast-to-coast HDR content.
• Broadcast-Enabled Streaming TV (BEST) Channels: Including the Tennis Channel and Pickleball TV, available in more than 45 markets.
• PBS Stations: HDR broadcasts from PBS Nebraska and PBS Nashville.
• Gray Media, Inc.: Featuring WFLX-TV and WXIX-TV stations.
• Capitol Broadcasting: Showcasing WRAZ-TV station.

Partner Booths Featuring Advanced HDR by Technicolor include: 

• Hisense Booth (#LVCC, Central Hall – 16625) — Discover the latest Hisense TVs equipped with Advanced HDR by Technicolor, providing the ultimate live sports viewing experience. The U8 Series and U7 Series Mini-LED ULED 4K Google TV models expand the range of NEXTGEN TV-enabled products with Advanced HDR by Technicolor. 
• Tolka at the ATSC / NEXGEN TV Booth (#LVCC, Central Hall – 20340) – Learn about Advanced HDR by Technicolor-enabled NEXTGEN TV receivers powered by Tolka and designed to expand access to HDR content. 
• RCA Booth (#LVCC, Central Hall – 16224) — Explore the newest NEXTGEN TV models, now powered by Advanced HDR by Technicolor for superior content delivery. 
• Geniatech Booth (Venetian Expo, Halls A-D – 52352) — View the latest Advanced HDR by Technicolor-enabled NEXTGEN TV accessory receivers designed to enhance HDR content delivery. 

Pioneering the Future of Broadcasting 

“Advanced HDR by Technicolor continues to redefine the viewing experience by delivering exceptional HDR quality to consumers across devices and platforms,” said Rick Dumont, Head of Business Development for HDR at Philips. “Our presence at CES 2025 showcases the remarkable progress we’ve made in enabling broadcasters and manufacturers to deliver premium HDR content seamlessly.” 

For more information about Advanced HDR by Technicolor and its groundbreaking technologies, visit us at any of the above locations during CES 2025 from January 7-10, 2025.

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About Advanced HDR by Technicolor  

Advanced HDR by Technicolor is a suite of high-dynamic-range (HDR) technologies designed to deliver superior video quality across a variety of display devices and network environments. Developed as a collaboration with InterDigital, Philips and Technicolor, it includes formats like SL-HDR1, SL-HDR2, and SL-HDR3, which dynamically optimize HDR content to match the capabilities of the display device in real-time. This allows broadcasters and content providers to deliver a high-quality viewing experience with improved contrast, brightness, and color accuracy while maximizing bandwidth efficiency. With support for multiple distribution workflows, Advanced HDR by Technicolor enables seamless integration into existing infrastructures, making it a preferred solution for broadcasters seeking to future-proof their HDR delivery. To learn more about Advanced HDR by Technicolor visit: https://advancedhdrbytechnicolor.pro.