When HDTV sets became widely available in the U.S. around 1998, it seemed TV couldn’t get more real. Colors were vivid, motion was crisp and sporting events looked like you were there in person. Twenty years later and our viewing experience is still improving, this time with AT&T DIRECTV’s launch of the first 4K High Dynamic Range slate of live sports from a U.S. pay-TV provider.
The schedule of live 4K HDR debuted Dec. 14 with a simulcast of an NHL Network game between the Vegas Golden Knights and Pittsburgh Penguins. Those who tuned in may have noticed better contrast to enhance viewing.