Without getting lost in the details, 4K and HDR are the new standard resolutions for most TVs, with most TV and movies supporting the higher quality. HBO Max instead will be streaming shows in 1080p, which while still HD, is a step down from 4K and HDR. This is a huge disappointment for fans who want to watch the new Looney Tunes in the highest possible resolution.
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Of course, it’s very possible that HBO Max will introduce higher-quality streaming down the line, but it’s strange that the new streaming service would choose not to start with its best foot forward.
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