Yamaha Unveils RX-V573 and RX-V473 AV Receivers

Yamaha Corporation of America announced its new 7.1-channel RX-V573 ($549.95) and 5.1-channel RX-V473 ($449.95) audio/video receivers.

Netflix Launches Dolby Digital Plus 5.1 Audio

Netflix, Inc. and Dolby Laboratories, Inc. announced that Netflix has selected Dolby Digital Plus to deliver 5.1-channel surround sound for TV shows and movies streamed instantly over the Internet. According to the statement, beginning October 18, the PlayStation 3 (PS3) will be the first consumer electronics device to support 5.1-channel surround sound on movies streamed …

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Dolby Developing Implementation Licensing Program in China

Dolby Laboratories, Inc. announced plans to develop an implementation licensing program in China and that the company is working with Nationalchip to offer chip designs that support Dolby Digital Plus.