Peacock becomes first streamer to integrate Dolby's full picture and sound suite

Peacock will be the first streaming platform to integrate Dolby Laboratories’ full suite of advanced picture and sound technologies, including planned support for Dolby Vision 2 and Dolby AC-4.

Dolby Laboratories and NBCUniversal said in a statement that Peacock will extend Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos across live sports over the coming year and will support Dolby Vision 2 and Dolby AC-4, anticipated to launch later this year.

“Peacock is raising the bar for what streaming entertainment can be with Dolby,” said John Couling, Senior Vice President of Entertainment at Dolby Laboratories.

“This partnership reflects our vision to push the boundaries of live sports and entertainment, delivering experiences that truly stand apart.

"With Dolby, Peacock stands as the premier destination for viewers who expect nothing less than exceptional entertainment at home.”

David Bohunek, Senior Vice President of Global Video Engineering at NBCUniversal, meanwhile, added: “We deliver the most compelling content with the highest quality experience and unparalleled reliability on Peacock."

“Our partnership with Dolby ensures that whether our subscribers are streaming a thrilling playoff game, the latest Universal blockbuster, or a critically acclaimed Peacock Original, they’re experiencing it exactly as creators intended – with breathtaking picture and immersive sound that brings every moment to life.”

The companies said Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos are already available for a growing number of titles and that Peacock will onboard more live sports into those formats throughout 2026, including Sunday Night Football, NBA, and MLB.

The Recap

• Peacock will integrate Dolby's full picture and sound suite.
• Peacock will expand Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos across sports.
• Peacock will support Dolby Vision 2 and Dolby AC-4.