Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (DLB) Dolby Laboratories, Inc. develops pioneering audio and visual technologies designed to enhance entertainment and communication experiences across a broad spectrum of platforms. These include cinematic venues, digital television, various transmission and playback devices, mobile communications, online streaming video and music platforms, and home entertainment systems. The company is actively involved in inventing and licensing its advanced sound technologies. This portfolio features solutions like AAC & HE-AAC, a digital audio codec widely adopted for diverse media applications; AVC, a digital video codec recognized for its efficient bandwidth utilization in various media devices; Dolby AC-4, an innovative digital audio coding standard that introduces new auditory experiences to numerous playback systems; and the immersive Dolby Atmos technology, utilized in both cinemas and a wide array of consumer devices. Additional audio innovations encompass Dolby Digital, which delivers multichannel sound to various applications; Dolby Digital Plus, facilitating audio transmission for a multitude of media uses and devices; and Dolby TrueHD, a digital audio coding technology focused on media content encoding. Its imaging solutions include Dolby Vision, an advanced visual technology for film and media devices; Dolby Voice, specialized for audio conferencing; and HEVC, another digital video codec valued for its bandwidth efficiency in supporting media devices. Beyond its software and licensing activities, Dolby also designs and manufactures tangible products. This range includes digital cinema servers, professional cinema processors, amplifiers, loudspeakers, various hardware components, and video conferencing equipment. These products cater to the film, television, broadcasting, telecommunications, and broader entertainment industries. Furthermore, the corporation offers a variety of services to support theatrical and television production, spanning cinematic exhibition, broadcast operations, and home entertainment solutions. Dolby's diverse client base includes prominent film studios, content creators, post-production facilities, cinema operators, broadcasters, and video game designers. The company distributes its offerings directly to end-users, as well as through a global network of dealers and distributors. Founded in 1965, Dolby Laboratories, Inc. has its main offices located in San Francisco, California.
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Industry: Software - Application
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. NYSE:DLB Technology · Information Technology Services
Mkt Cap $5.91B
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Dolby Laboratories Announces Conference Call and Webcast for Q4 Fiscal 2026 Financial Results
Dolby Laboratories will release Q4 and full-year fiscal 2026 results after the close on Tuesday, November 17, 2026.
Management will host a conference call at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET) the same day, with registration online and a live webcast at investor.dolby.com.
The webcast will be archived for one year; the notice contains no financial results.
• 14d ago AI analysis › Press Release
Formula 1® on Apple TV to Debut in Dolby Atmos, Alongside Dolby Vision, Delivering a More Immersive Race Experience
Dolby Laboratories and Apple announced that Dolby Atmos is coming to Formula 1 on Apple TV beginning with the 2026 U.S. Grand Prix, joining Dolby Vision for the first time.
U.S. Apple TV subscribers will now get every F1 race weekend in both Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, with the debut starting Friday, October 23.
For Dolby, the deal extends its audio technology into exclusive live sports streaming on Apple's platform, reinforcing its content-licensing flywheel, though no financial terms were disclosed.
• 19d ago AI analysis › Press Release
Cognition Therapeutics Schedules a Type C Meeting with FDA to Align on Endpoints for Phase 3 Trial of Zervimesine (CT1812) in DLB
globenewswire.com • 27d ago Press Release
Dolby and Meta Expand Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision Across Meta's Ecosystem
Dolby and Meta announced an expansion of Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision across Meta's ecosystem, unveiled at Meta Connect.
Meta AI glasses become the first global consumer device capable of capturing audio in Dolby Atmos, with new Dolby experiences also coming to Instagram.
Meta's newest VR device will support Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos when it launches next year, broadening Dolby's licensing footprint across a major device and social platform ecosystem. No financial terms were disclosed.
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Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Grants Inducement Equity Awards Under Its 2026 Inducement Stock Plan
Dolby Laboratories granted inducement equity awards to Marc Whitten, its new President and CEO, in connection with the commencement of his employment, under the 2026 Inducement Stock Plan adopted by the board effective August 27, 2026.
The grant includes approximately $10,000,000 of time-based restricted stock units — 160,256 units based on the 30-trading-day average closing price — vesting semi-annually over two years assuming continued employment.
A further 600,000 performance-based RSUs are split into five tranches of 150,000, 150,000, 100,000, 100,000 and 100,000 units, each vesting only if the stock price averages hurdles of $75, $100, $125, $150, and $175 over a consecutive 60-trading-day period within a five-year performance window.
The award terms were previously described in Dolby's Form 8-K filed August 27, 2026, and the public announcement itself is required by NYSE Listed Company Manual Rule 303A.08 for inducement grants.
• 1mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
Dolby Expands Dolby OptiView Platform with New Capabilities at IBC 2026
Dolby expanded its Dolby OptiView live-sports platform ahead of IBC 2026, adding AI-powered Sports Intelligence, debuting Dolby Vision on the platform for the first time, and widening Dolby OptiView Ads support to additional video players.
The Seattle Seahawks are the first NFL team to introduce Dolby OptiView with Dolby Vision, delivering exclusive live programming and preseason coverage through the official Seahawks app and website.
On monetization, Dolby OptiView Ads is the first certified server-guided ad insertion solution verified within the Google ecosystem; in one deployment with a major sports organization it delivered an average 76% increase in eCPM and an average 132% increase in fill rates.
• 1mo ago AI analysis › Press Release ● Critical
Dolby Laboratories Announces Leadership Transition
Kevin Yeaman is retiring as CEO of Dolby Laboratories after nearly two decades, and Marc Whitten has been appointed President, Chief Executive Officer and Director.
The transition is the result of a long-term succession process, with Yeaman remaining as an advisor to ensure a smooth handover.
Whitten is a seasoned technology executive with over 30 years of experience, having held leadership roles at Meta, Cruise, Unity, Amazon, Sonos and Microsoft.
• 1mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
Cinemo, Dolby, and SmashLabs Bring In-Car Immersive Gaming Experiences to the Next Level
Dolby Laboratories partnered with Cinemo and SmashLabs to integrate Dolby Atmos spatial audio into immersive, music-led in-car gaming experiences.
The collaboration uses Cinemo’s standardized In-Car Game APIs to link SmashLabs’ gameplay with real-time vehicle responses like lighting, haptics, and climate control.
Demos of the responsive gaming experience will be available for OEM evaluation at gamescom 2026 in Cologne.
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Seattle Seahawks Become First Team to Bring Dolby OptiView with Dolby Vision to Fans
Dolby Laboratories announced a partnership with the Seattle Seahawks, making the team the first to integrate Dolby OptiView with Dolby Vision for live streaming coverage.
The technology will be available on the official Seahawks Mobile App and website, enhancing press conferences and preseason games with brighter highlights and deeper contrast.
Dolby has also been named an Official Partner of the Seahawks, aiming to establish a new standard for fan engagement in sports streaming.
• 2mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
Dolby Vision 2 Arrives, Bringing Dolby's Most Advanced Picture Experience Yet to Hisense TVs
Dolby Laboratories and Hisense announced the availability of Dolby Vision 2 on select Hisense televisions, marking the first phase of the rollout for the company's next-generation picture technology.
The update introduces features like Content Intelligence and an intensity slider, while premium Hisense models (UX, UR9, UR8, U7) will support Dolby Vision 2 Max with capabilities such as Authentic Motion and Light Sense 2.
Content partners CANAL+, iQIYI, and Peacock are committed to utilizing the expanded capabilities, with firmware updates rolling out to consumers in North America, Europe, and APAC over the coming weeks.
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Dolby Laboratories Reports Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results
Dolby reported Q3 fiscal 2026 revenue of $305 million, a decline from $316 million in the prior year, with GAAP EPS of $0.30 and non-GAAP EPS of $0.69.
To return capital to shareholders, the company initiated a $0.36 per share cash dividend and authorized a $350 million increase to its stock repurchase program, bringing the total available authorization to approximately $427 million.
Looking ahead, Dolby forecasts Q4 revenue between $362 million and $392 million, with full-year fiscal 2026 revenue expected to range from $1.41 billion to $1.44 billion.
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Dolby Laboratories Announces Conference Call and Webcast for Q3 Fiscal 2026 Financial Results
Dolby Laboratories announced that it will release financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2026 after the market close on July 30, 2026.
Management will host a conference call to discuss these results at 2:00 p.m. PT on the same day, accessible via registration.
The call will be webcast live on the company's investor relations website and archived for one year.
• 3mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos to Power Telemundo's FIFA World Cup 2026™ Coverage on Peacock, a Streaming First
Dolby Laboratories and NBCUniversal announced that Peacock will stream Telemundo's live Spanish-language coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos with Dolby AC-4.
This marks the first commercial deployment of Dolby AC-4 by a video streamer, a codec that delivers up to 50% greater efficiency than traditional codecs while enabling high-fidelity immersive audio.
All 104 matches will be delivered with this enhanced technology, reinforcing Dolby's position as a leader in immersive streaming experiences for major live sports events.
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Dolby and rednote Bring More Immersive Storytelling to Video Content with Dolby Atmos
Dolby Laboratories announced the launch of Dolby Atmos content sharing on rednote, the leading lifestyle interest community in China.
This integration complements the existing Dolby Vision partnership established in 2024, allowing creators to deliver immersive audiovisual experiences to rednote's 400 million monthly active users.
The move expands Dolby's ecosystem into short-form video and creator-driven social media, targeting a rapidly growing global audience on mobile and web platforms.
• 4mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
Dolby Recognized as 2025 Supplier of the Year and Overdrive Award Winner by General Motors
Dolby Laboratories has been named General Motors' 2025 Supplier of the Year and winner of the Overdrive Award, GM's highest supplier honor.
This marks the first time Dolby has received either distinction, highlighting its leadership in redefining in-car entertainment through technologies like Dolby Atmos.
Dolby Atmos is now available in more than 150 vehicle models across over 40 automotive brands, with Cadillac extending availability across its 2026 EV lineup.
• 5mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
Dolby Laboratories to Present at Upcoming Investor Conferences
prnewswire.com • 5mo ago Press Release
WARNER BROS. DISCOVERY TIPS OFF THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF SPACE JAM
Warner Bros. Discovery has partnered with Dolby for a one-night-only theatrical screening of Space Jam on May 20 at Dolby Cinema at AMC, celebrating the film's 30th anniversary.
The event leverages Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos technologies to showcase the 1996 classic, reinforcing the premium nature of the Dolby Cinema brand to a broad audience.
While the broader campaign includes extensive consumer products and streaming releases, the theatrical screening specifically highlights Dolby's role in the premium moviegoing experience.
• 5mo ago AI analysis › Press Release ⚠ 2
Dolby Laboratories Reports Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results
Dolby Laboratories reported Q2 fiscal 2026 revenue of $396 million, up from $370 million in the prior year, with non-GAAP diluted EPS of $1.37.
The company repurchased approximately one million shares for $65 million and declared a cash dividend of $0.36 per share payable May 20, 2026.
For the third quarter, management estimates revenue between $295 million and $325 million, while full-year fiscal 2026 revenue is expected to range from $1.40 billion to $1.45 billion.
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Dolby and BMW Bring Dolby Atmos to the BMW 7 Series, Expanding Immersive Audio Across Future Models
Dolby Laboratories and BMW announced the debut of Dolby Atmos in the new BMW 7 Series at Auto China 2026, marking the start of its rollout across BMW's vehicle portfolio.
The integration utilizes the optional Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System, featuring up to 36 speakers and 1,965 watts to deliver a three-dimensional listening experience.
This collaboration reflects a broader industry shift towards the vehicle as a connected entertainment platform, with Dolby Atmos expanding to additional models like the BMW iX3 Long Wheelbase.
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