Posts: 2098. Vudu vs. So many just setting in MA waiting to join the Vudu ranks of 4K. Basically I'm wondering if there's a significant bump in clarity watching 1080p video on an S5e vs the lower res 10. I've been thinking about going back to physical discs again once I purchase a Disc player that is UHD/HDR. I have logged in/out of my account and have deleted and reinstalled the app numerous times. 2. For example just because someone has a 3D Blu-ray player that plays 3D Blu-ray’s and the player has a Vudu app doesn’t mean that you can play Vudu 3D on it. UHD is Ultra HD, with a resolution of 4K. Great summation. Actually, I have been able to upgrade from SD to HDX by using the D2D using a blu ray of the same movie. MoviesAnywhere also redeems them as HD. Google Chromecast Ultra. 99 in SD and HDX quality and $12. 1/9/2023 5:52 PM. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Originally posted by Matt_M View Post. You can select HDX-1080p, HD-720p, or SD-480p. on the subject of Vudu and Vudu -related issues (home theater, entertainment, etc). When that bit rate drops you'll start to see artifacts and blurring. In fact, you can't even buy a Disney UHD movie on iTunes. HD or SD. And as far as DV goes, Vudu is f'ing up there. The fact that a UHD version costs the same as a HDX has been normal ever since Apple started offering free upgrades to UHD for films purchased in HD. In fact I think SD even cost the same as HDX/UHD. Posts: 728. Re: Upgrade from HDX to UHD All this comparison to physical media really needs to stop. Re: Upgrade from HDX to UHD The reason I think it makes good business sense to provide an upgrade path is that people with large collections are not about to replace hundreds or thousands of movies at full price. What is the difference between SD and HDX on Vudu?Apple TV 4K - app version 1. So even though I had the 4k disc I only got HDX on vudu. Even if it was just $2-$3 for reach upgrade, vudu stands to make lots of money. If fact HD is closer to 2k than UHD is to 4k but nobody calls HD "2k". ago. 07-24-2017, 10:49 AM. Here, Vudu customers may post information, questions, ideas, etc. 1Austin1. ' across the different streaming platforms. Includes individual codes but Vudu is currently set up to redeem them HDX even through they have UHD. N. 99 because I already paid $19. Google Chromecast Ultra. Re: Vudu UHD vs HDX. Also, Vudu only has the remastered in HDX when it should be UHD, and it's not listed as MA. 99 for older movies to up to $19. 99 on SD, HDX and UHD. A smallish upgrade fee, however, could be very attractive. Vudu, I have a large collection of HDX movies. eli_burdette • 3 yr. I have 1 of many desktops running windows 10 on a 4k 65" display. m2ts file can be 20-40GB, while a compressed HDX file is around 8GB (IIRC). Vudu UHD vs HDX quality? Digital Movies. 09-03-2021, 01:06 PM. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Vudu isn't a subscription service, so there's no base monthly price. Archived post. UHD is Ultra High Definition. , The Gallows, San Andreas, American Sniper, Man of Steel, Jupiter. You can read the full review here if interested. on the subject of Vudu and Vudu -related issues (home theater, entertainment, etc). ) 11 Mb/s or more for 4K streaming with access to Dolby Vision HDR. I wanted to filter my library for UHD titles. 4K = UHD. 5 Mb/s for full high definition 1080p resolution video and high definition audio. Posts: 320. still shows up as HDX only when I log into my VUDU. Why can’t I watch videos in UHD? UHD/HDX playback is available on compatible devices. 4. If the answer is no, fine. I just hope we have the option sometime soon, because I can't see too many people paying $15-$30 just to upgrade. Hey everyone. Login or Sign Up. 1Austin1. HDX video is streamed at 1080p and 24 frames per second. HGLatinBoy 486 movies / 12 TV series • 2 yr. It depends on what your 'reasonable difference' is. Price. 1 (set default playback quality to UHD) Sony 2016-2018 4K TVs - Android TV app v4. Originally posted by JeffreyVUDU View Post. To get 4k/UHD on iTunes (and then pass back to MA and VUDU as 4k/UHD) you must either redeem a code directly in iTunes or purchase a digital copy in iTunes. ContentsSD vs HD, explainedRelated AnswersWhat is SD and HDX on Vudu?Which is better SD HDX or UHD?Sh. Vudu - Watch MoviesI am a UV buyer - if I buy UHD and I see a UV logo, I am going to believe I'm getting a UHD license. All of a sudden a month or so ago, it stopped playing UHD. The X part is them claiming they serve the videos in a higher bitrate than regular HD videos from iTunes, Amazon, etc. If the regular HDX is $15 and the 4K is $20 or $25 they should at least charge $5-$10 extra and not the entire price. vudu app. ago. 03-01-2022, 02:09 PM. While we respect that you may feel strongly about an issue, please leave room for discussion. Web playback is available in HDX on Safari and Edge, and only SD on Chrome and Firefox. Just trying to get a better idea how Vudu decides when to issue a title in UHD versus HDX. Aside from Lionsgate titles, it would be nice to see VUDU match some of Apple's $4. The MA transaction history shows a GP HD entry for Encanto, followed immediately by one for VUDU 4K. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Originally posted by bobagooch View Post. Both ITunes and MoviesAnywhere use higher bitrates. The main problem is that the streaming won't play smoothly. HDX on Vudu streams. Once we do, purchase and playback will be available through our native Android TV app which is currently available in the Google Play store but only formally enabled for access on Nvidia Shield and Xiaomi Mibox. Real Name. I wasn't sure if these are for the new 4k release or just a generic 4k upscaled version. The price was the same ($19. on the subject of Vudu and Vudu -related issues (home theater, entertainment, etc). In terms of audio quality, iTunes is the best with MA coming in. Movies Blu-ray 4K 3D DVD Digital MA iTunes Prime Blu-ray 4K 3D DVD Digital MA iTunes PrimeI still have a 1080P TV though. 11-25-2015, 01:07 PM. Since the movie is MA Try the "Movie and TV" app that should support 4k. vudu app. on the subject of Vudu and Vudu -related issues (home theater, entertainment, etc). Go to vudu r/vudu • by. The default setting under Video Resolution is Auto (up to 4K Ultra HD) scroll down and select 1080p 60Hz. My Sony Bravia has been playing UHD from Vudu app that’s built into the tv fine for more than a few years. Doing that for UHD showing up in Vudu for the both of us. What is 4K? 4K, or 4K Ultra HD, is a video resolution technology that provides a picture with four times as many pixels as 1080p HDX resolution. UHD is 4k which is 2160p (4 times the number of pixels as it is double in hight and width). SD or standard definition is lower quality and has a pixel height of 480p. I had the same question. 02-09-2021, 02:34 PM. Senior Member. HD streaming. With physical media you have so many other costs to consider -- producing the actual physical media (discs, cases, covers, inserts), all the time, research, and energy in estimating correct production runs (how many discs do you make?), delivery costs. " Will this be true for other titles, and if so, previous purchases? : r/vudu r/vudu • 2 yr. Apple iOS 15 and above . Re: VUDU UHD - Compatible Devices List. They will play from the app on my phone just not the tv, or any connected retailers. Re: UHD streaming speed. I currently have about 50 HDX movies in my VUDU account that I could download directly to the tablet to watch. Last Published Date. They show up in "my movies" but they do not give me an option to play them on my tv. Vudu’s 11 Mbps 4K streaming speed requirements are lower than Netflix’s 15 to 25 Mbps suggestion. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Vudu gives you SD and HDX if you buy the UHD version, and just SD and HDX if you buy the HDX one. 02-05-2022, 11:17 PM. I have logged in/out of my account and have deleted and reinstalled the app numerous times. The S5e has a higher res AMOLED screen and more PPI so 4K video will obviously be better, but I wasn't sure. Originally posted by lujan View Post. Todd Erwin. I'm running the TV off of wifi but have a top-of-the line wifi router (with 802. While we use the terms interchangeably, there is a strict difference between them. 0a is capable of 4k 30hz and 2. HDX a step down in audio quality Digital Movies. UPDATE #2: So it turns out the issue was my wifi. There should be a way to upgrade HDX titles in one's VUDU library to UHD for a nominal fee. Why can’t I watch movies to TV shows in HD (High Definition) on my iPad or iPhone?12-07-2021, 09:47 AM. Go to Settings > Playback Quality. In terms of video quality, MA is the best with slight edge over iTunes. It says I own the UHD. Vudu UHD playback requires a 4k UHD TV with HDCP 2. Pro tip: if you buy a bluray and it doesnt have a digital code, try scanning the barcode with VUDU's Disc to Digital. 00 Ghost in the Shell (1995) | HDX - $5. Posts: 2311. Trying to Better Understand HDX versus UHD. Re: Upgrade from HDX to UHD Of course not but you can update VUDU SD to HDX for a fee. 0b is capable of 4k 60hz. Originally posted by JeffreyVUDU View Post. Here, Vudu customers may post information, questions, ideas, etc. With Interstellar, the best-performing cloud-based format was Vudu HDX, followed by iTunes HD and trailed by Amazon HD. 0b is more than enough for movies and TV, as well as single-player video games on a console. 99 in 4k or LOTR Extended Trilogy for $49. Redeeming a 4k/UHD code in VUDU or MA WILL get you 4k in iTunes. 0, hdcp 2. Not a VUDU-only license for UHD and an HDX license. Yea the resolution and well done hdr would be better. See moreHDX is Vudu's term for 1080p HD video. Lower speeds may cause buffering or stalling issues. The would still be making money and they will have a lot more loyal customers. The Vudu HDX stream looked awful, like barely SD/DVD quality with muted colors and no detail. Still, oddly, tabled. When I played the UHD version of Wonder Women or Batman v. Someone in a group I'm a part of posted their findings when comparing the 4K version of 'The Man from U. Also, MA usually has better more up to date encodes. HDR being tied to 4K on Vudu makes it look drastically better. VUDU claims in email that Nvidia made them aware of the issue, indicating it was a known issue. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 7. I thought it was the only Vizio D-Series capable of playing 4K UHD content on VUDU, but after going through an odyssey of buying a totally unnecessary Google Chromecast Ultra to view UHD on VUDU (after reading the VUDU the compatible devices info on the VUDU site and seeing my TV was EXcluded) and getting deep into updated info buried online, I. This title is a recent addition. The average bitrate is 9 mbs on HDX while on UHD it's 25 mbs. 56 to 31 in Vudu. The X part is them claiming they serve the videos in a higher bitrate than regular HD videos from iTunes, Amazon, etc. they took away the ability to buy a lower setting like SD or HDX, if UHD available. L. Web playback is available in HDX on Safari and Edge, and only SD on Chrome and Firefox. I think HDX is fine for slower videos where the compression doesn't take a nosedive and I sit a. SD = 480p resolution. Lower speeds may cause buffering or stalling issues. The Apple HD stream looked amazing, you could have almost convinced me it was 4k. no interference and short range). A UHD blu ray can be 3x that amount easily. Re: Blu-ray vs digital HDX. on the subject of Vudu and Vudu -related issues (home theater, entertainment, etc). The website allows users to buy, rent or view HD movies and TV shows over the Internet. Superman, a banner across the top of the TV was displayed with logos for UHD, HDR, and ATMOS, yet the movie is not activating. on the subject of Vudu and Vudu -related issues (home theater, entertainment, etc). Re: When will the UHD collection expand? This time around when going from 2k to 4k quality the studios and streaming providers seem to have lots of DEALS in place where you can only play certain 4k titles on certain TV, devices, etc. HDMI support is completely up to "negotiation" between the Roku and the TV hardware via HDMI/HDCP, it's not an app compatibility issue. Vudu just imports the rights from MA. VUDU is offering their Halloween Mix & Match Digital HDX Films (various titles) on sale 2 for $10. Although the primary purpose of these forums is to help Vudu customers with questions and/or problems with their Vudu service, there are also off-topic areas available within the Vudu Forums. These steps should now allow you to stream in HDX as long as the device is at least a 2nd generation Fire TV device. Comment. low_kix • 9 hr. VUDU does have a Disc+Digital program. September 10th The Age of Adaline | VUDU HDX - $5. There is bound to be exceptions, but likely not for long if they continue to compete. 0, hdcp 2. Vudu is PWA that uses Edge as its browser and uses 1080p but you can just use Edge by itself. Movie Selection What is Vudu UHD? Vudu UHD is Vudu's next generation, ultra-high definition movie format. on the subject of Vudu and Vudu -related issues (home theater, entertainment, etc). 0 (170994) which did not allow UHD and Dolby Atmos on my Samsung UN65KS9000FXZA TV connected to my Samsung HW-850 Sound-Bar. If you have a copy of the movies you want upgraded on blu ray, just do it that way. N. Yes, it looks like much older version of the app than what I have on Android tablet. Vudu reserves the right to refrain from posting and/or to remove user comments, including comments that contain any of the following: 1. No UHD icon when I used the app on the PS4. You don't have to have 2. Vudu recommends a broadband connection of 11mbps for UHD. All titles having problems are titles porting in from MA. Do you not support playback on Sony projectors for UHD via the android system? Vudu UHD playback works fine through. There is a 2 minutes preview available for every movie available in UHD. Whenever I try it fails. on the subject of Vudu and Vudu -related issues (home theater, entertainment, etc). For instance, I just checked Jupiter Ascending which is on sale for $9. Let us know if you have any further questions. Posts: 4668. Ryan Ingersoll, 1/9/2023 5:52 PM. This work around will enable you to at least play your UHD movies on your 4K fire stick in HDX. This infographic shows what devices currently support Dolby Vision (for video) and Dolby Atmos (for audio), and are therefore capable of playing 4K UHD content from Vudu. I see a more apparent difference between HDX and UHD, then there is with Blu-ray and 4K disks. Higher bitrate can. 100Mbps “should” be enough, but that doesn’t have anything to do with the speed between you and Vudu (that could be much lower). HDX max bitrate is 9Mbps, UHD max rate is 15Mbps. customers can’t view HD quality video content on their computers and can only view it on television sets. I wanted to post here about this because i didn't find anything that already exists. Although the primary purpose of these forums is to help Vudu customers with questions and/or problems with their Vudu service, there are also off-topic areas available within the Vudu Forums for. Here, Vudu customers may post information, questions, ideas, etc. on the subject of Vudu and Vudu -related issues (home theater, entertainment, etc). VUDU now only has the one option to buy on their site. 5 Mbps to 9 Mbps. Aspect ratio of the three SD vs HDX vs UHD video formats is different. 00 Ghost in the Shell (2017) | HDX - $5. 07-29-2018, 09:38 AM. And while Vudu isn't a household brand, Wal-Mart certainly is. System requirements are as follows: A PC or Mac with Intel Core i5 (or AMD equivalent) processor 4K is a lot cleaner. Re: VUDU UHD - Compatible Devices List So I got the 3. MA's remastered edition listing links to the original on Vudu, which is in UHD. With physical media you have so many other costs to consider -- producing the actual physical media (discs, cases, covers, inserts), all the time, research, and energy in estimating correct production runs (how many discs do you make?), delivery costs both in direct-to-consumer and retail, if there's a. Here, Vudu customers may post information, questions, ideas, etc. These issues have been reported as far back as November last year. 99 or even $14. They need to fix the app, but it's also a manufacturer issue. A lot of times you are not seeing the actual quality that represents what you would on a UHD disc. Then you should tell JefferyVudu in marketing to put it on the list for Compatible Devices. Vudu reserves the right to refrain from posting and/or to remove user comments, including comments that. L. For now, Vudu’s list of movies available with Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision includes Mad Max: Fury Road, The Man from U. So far, I have found only one title in my library that has been affected - Suicide Squad (Extended Cut). i think now it goes SD<HDX<UHDHere, Vudu customers may post information, questions, ideas, etc. With it set in stone that Disney is buying 20 Century Fox, hopefully this means we are closer to getting 20CF titles in UHD. LG UHD, Super UHD and OLED TVs (from 2016 onward) Nvidia Shield TV. It's very strange that Vudu (and other platforms) don't allow UHD capability on desktop. Go watch Top Gun streaming vs Disk and you'll notice a difference as well. In the Vudu "settings" I see the option to "prefer" 4k video but when I run a UHD movie, the only options I get are SD and HDX. hevc extension from microsoft. on the subject of Vudu and Vudu -related issues (home theater, entertainment, etc). Vudu; General Discussion; If this is your first visit, you may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. HDX vs HD. No-Strain2414 • 2 yr. Originally posted by bestquality View Post. In winter soldier specifically iTunes was better and removed some imperfections that vudu had. Not only that but HDX won't even play. New comments cannot be posted. Vudu UHD vs HDX quality? Digital Movies. In fact my 2015 M model Vizio just received an update (1. #2. Hello. OP - it's showing HDX only because that's the highest resolution you can play on the device itself, but when you begin Casting it it will Cast as UHD if that's what you have. HDX to UHD Upgrade Option. Vudu UHD movies feature the most advanced technologies like 4K resolution, Dolby Vision High Dynamic Range ('HDR') and Dolby Atmos audio that dramatically enhance your video and audio experience. Luckily I gave up a year ago a bought a 4K player off Ebay cheap. 10-28-2020, 02:24 PM. I bought a film in UHD, but when I connect my pc to my UHD LG SmartTV, the only options I have. Vital Streaming Stats: VUDU UHD. The only issue we have is with Vudu. Movie Selection What is Vudu UHD? Vudu UHD is Vudu's next generation, ultra-high definition movie format. There's no comparison. This infographic shows what devices currently support Dolby Vision (for video) and Dolby Atmos (for audio), and are therefore capable of playing 4K UHD content from Vudu. The X part is them claiming they serve the videos in a higher bitrate than regular HD videos from iTunes, Amazon, etc. fudge_u. If you already own it in a lower setting, it still has the buy option so you can get the higher setting. The 4K release is supposed to look amazing and have a DTS-HD 5. Join Date: Aug 2023. TCL- 50S425. Vudu UHD vs HDX quality? Digital Movies. It just sucks that UHD doesn't seem available on D2D. Properties. And before anyone asks, yes I am using it on. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 99. lg 4k uhd tv hdr10 with hdmi 2. Now that UHD is available I would like to upgrade all my HDX movies to UHD once they are available in that format, but I am not willing to pay the full UHD price of ~$29. Its the same conundrum as regular blu-ray vs. Although the primary purpose of these forums is to help Vudu customers with questions and/or problems with their Vudu service, there are also off-topic areas available within the Vudu Forums. Xbox Series X issues. Watch in up to HDX in the Vudu app on smartphones and tablets running the following operating systems: Android 5 Level 21 and above . Join Date: Dec 2010. To watch video content instantaneously customers have to upgrade their account. Sometimes SD, HD and UHD will all be the same price. Would have been nice if they upgraded automatically all your movies to the higher setting. I've got my accounts all linked as well. E. Last Modified By. 11-02-2013, 07:24 PM. Article Created Date. Some eventually did upgrade though. 06-13-2023, 11:00 AM. 06-09-2020, 11:41 AM. The roku is set to auto detect the display. 08-04-2014, 07:09 PM. Watch in the Vudu app on the following game consoles: Playstation 3 and 4 – up to HDX . on the subject of Vudu and Vudu -related issues (home theater, entertainment, etc). No free upgrades from HDX to UHD. Yet others have had problems playing UHD physical discs on it too. SD video files are also smaller in size and take up less bandwidth than HD or UHD videos. SD to HDX is worth the upgrade, it’s a bigger jump in quality than HD is to UHD. In terms of video quality, MA is the best with slight edge over iTunes. Does vudu say you OWN UHD or just HDX. on the subject of Vudu and Vudu -related issues (home theater, entertainment, etc). HD streaming. 02-11-2019, 11:48 AM Vudu will play the highest possible format for the device you have. Hey all, I just got done chatting with VUDU support who informed me that even though the Kong: Skull Island & Godzilla bundle states, "Buy any quality, get every quality: All qualities up to 4K UHD included with purchase," in the description, that because VUDU only has purchase options available for SD or HDX, 4K isn't really included in the offer. C. . Just realized I've got about 30 movies in my library that are HDX, but are available in UHD (4K). Last Modified By. 10-15-2017, 08:28 PM. You can get the LOTR trilogy for $29. 2. 1. The UPC number located under the barcode on the original manufacturer packaging. Vudu's 11 Mbps 4K streaming speed requirements are lower than Netflix's 15 to 25 Mbps suggestion. 5. 1 soundtrack. . Since SD videos are typically cheaper to rent, if you’re planning on renting a quick movie on your. 4. E. lg 4k uhd tv hdr10 with hdmi 2. 10-30-2017, 04:47 AM. Thankfully that hasn’t yet happened to Aladdin or 101 Dalmatians, etc. 50 The Drop | HDX - $6. The device will also play the highest supported resolution for that device. Vudu 4K UHD is Vudu’s next generation, premium entertainment experience that combines advanced technologies like 4K resolution, High Dynamic Range support (Dolby Vision and HDR10), and Dolby Atmos Audio. HDX on Vudu. UHD is 4k which is 2160p (4 times the number of pixels as it is double in hight and width). Just trying to get a better idea how Vudu decides when to issue a title in UHD versus HDX. Re: Watching HD / HDX Movies on ipad. I am pretty sure Vudu would be fine with consumers paying the difference between HDX and UHD to upgrade. To watch in Vudu UHD, you need a 4K UHD television. I purchased the Predator (1987) 4K UHD and omg it looked and sounded horrible. HDX is a new format that is released by Vudu, especially for. It used the same 2160p scan used to make the 4K version, but it was criticized for its overuse of noise reduction. on the subject of Vudu and Vudu -related issues (home theater, entertainment, etc). The same goes for buying HDX for a TV series or studio, and being told the studio "will only let us" deliver an SD UV license. 99% of the time the response (or lack thereof) is worse than the issue one has with vendors. C. I triedVudu UHD vs HDX quality? Digital Movies. I only use Mozilla. It's very strange that Vudu (and other platforms) don't allow UHD capability on desktop. 2) Click on the HELP button to contact the studio in question. Would have been nice if they upgraded automatically all your movies to the higher setting. I have a 92 inch screen so I do. 15) and now no UHD Vudu on most titles on that either. Whether it be Betamax vs VHS, LaserDisc vs DVD, or HDDVD. on the subject of Vudu and Vudu -related issues (home theater, entertainment, etc). Upgrade from HDX to UHD. One nice benefit of Vudu is the ability to download the movie to your PC. We intend to have 4K DV and HDR10 support on Sony TVs. If you're using Vudu's HDX streams, you often won't notice a significant difference. #2. It's been working fine for 8 months and nothing has changed as far as my setup, so I assume it's either an Xbox or a Vudu update that's broken it. Here, Vudu customers may post information, questions, ideas, etc. They won't let me download them anymore, the streaming is totally broken in browser and in the app, and I can't stream UHD at all. 22K subscribers in the MoviesAnywhere community. if the device only supports HD resolution and you own the UHD copy of the movie, the device will only play it in HD. Some movies are also available in Ultra HD (UHD) . . Hello folks! Hope you're all doing well. 40:1 aspect ratio. Enable "Use hardware acceleration when available" and that should fix it. One of the first purchases I made on VUDU (going back several years) was The Dead Zone (1983) which is still not available on Blu-ray in the US. Movies Blu-ray 4K 3D DVD Digital MA iTunes Prime Blu-ray 4K 3D DVD Digital MA iTunes PrimeI am having trouble watching UHD through vudu. Just today purchased Batman Return Of The Caped Crusader in UHD.