Dolby Vision 2 will be available first on some 2026 Hisense TVs
Dolby Vision 2 is launching on select 2026 Hisense TVs, introducing advanced dynamic HDR features like motion smoothing and improved tone mapping. The format requires specific hardware, specifically the MediaTek Pentonic 800 chip, making it incompatible with older devices.
Why it matters
This update represents a significant evolution in home cinema technology, forcing a hardware refresh cycle for consumers seeking the latest high-end visual standards.
After being announced last September, Dolby Vision 2 is rolling out to TVs, starting with the 2026 Hisense UX, UR9, UR8, and U7. TCL and Philips will be adding Dolby Vision 2 support to select TVs later this year.
Dolby Vision 2 is a new dynamic HDR format with a more powerful image engine and expanded metadata compared to its predecessor, Dolby Vision, which came out over a decade ago. It has two tiers: Dolby Vision 2 Max, which will be on this first group of Hisense TVs, and a standard-level Dolby Vision 2.
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