Nvidia’s Shield TV refresh would add AV1 and HDR10+
Nvidia is reportedly considering a refreshed version of its Shield TV streaming device. The potential new model is said to include support for the AV1 codec, as well as Dolby Vision and HDR10+.
Key Takeaways
- Reported refresh would add AV1 codec support to Shield TV.
- The new model is said to include Dolby Vision and HDR10+.
- Nvidia has promised lifetime software support for Shield TV.
- No launch timing or pricing was included in the report.
Why It Matters
If Nvidia does ship a refreshed Shield TV, the key change is codec and HDR support rather than a broader product reset. AV1 support matters for streaming playback efficiency, while Dolby Vision and HDR10+ keep the device aligned with current premium video formats. The article does not say whether this would change Nvidia’s broader streaming strategy, but it does extend a product line that already comes with promised lifetime software support. What to watch: whether Nvidia confirms the hardware and, if it does, whether AV1 is included in the final spec sheet.
Read full article at msn.com
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