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Studios Trim Costly HDR Color Grading

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Studios Trim Costly HDR Color Grading

Major studios are cutting high-dynamic-range color grading to save money as streaming ad revenue falls 31 percent and bandwidth fees climb. Critics warn of a duller “gray-wash” viewing future; studios say most mobile viewers hardly notice.

What this means for you:
HDR-TV owners may see fewer vibrant titles.
Check streaming settings—many default to lower quality.
If visuals matter, consider physical 4K discs or services that guarantee HDR masters.

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