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By : Chris Tribbey Posted: 14 Oct 2010
Starting Oct. 18 Netflix subscribers using the PlayStation 3 will be able to stream content with 5.1 Dolby surround sound, with more devices able to do surround sound in the future, Netflix said.
“One of the areas we’re most excited about is the online delivery channel,” said John Griffin, director of connected devices for Dolby. “There’s a lot of room for improved sound for streaming, and this is the start. Over time we expect a broader range of devices to handle this.”
A firmware update that will include 5.1 Netflix streaming support is expected this weekend, he said.
“Netflix is committed to delivering an unparalleled experience to its members who watch TV shows and movies streamed instantly over the Internet,” said Greg Peters, Netflix VP of product development. “Netflix required an audio solution that could efficiently deliver an outstanding surround-sound experience for a wide range of consumer devices. Dolby Digital Plus proved to be the best solution to meet our needs and the needs of our device partners.”
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