ESPN Launches 4K HDR Streaming on iOS and tvOS Apps
ESPN has rolled out 4K HDR streaming in its iOS and tvOS apps, with a new '4K HDR' tag for supported content. More platforms and Disney+ to follow.
ESPN has begun streaming content in 4K HDR within its iOS and tvOS apps, making them the first platforms to support the new high-dynamic-range experience. The rollout was reported by 9to5mac.com.
Viewers using the ESPN app on iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV 4K will see a new '4K HDR' tag on supported content, indicating when a stream is available in the higher-quality format.
ESPN says additional connected TV platforms will follow, along with support for Disney+ in the U.S. The company has not provided a specific timeline for those expansions.
Background
Last month, ESPN announced in a press release that ESPN and ESPN2 would begin rolling out 4K HDR in the U.S., covering Monday Night Football, NBA, NHL, select college football, US Open tennis, and Super Bowl LXI.
Quick answers
Which platforms support ESPN's 4K HDR streaming?
The ESPN app on iOS and tvOS are the first platforms to support the new 4K HDR experience.
How can I tell if content is available in 4K HDR on the ESPN app?
A new '4K HDR' tag appears in the ESPN app for supported content.
Will other platforms get ESPN 4K HDR?
Additional connected TV platforms and Disney+ in the U.S. will follow, according to ESPN.