Formula 1 on Apple TV is getting Dolby Atmos, starting this month

Starting October 23, Apple TV in the United States will bring Formula 1 coverage to life with Dolby Atmos, according to Apple and Dolby Laboratories' new partnership. This enhanced audio experience, which complements Dolby Vision, promises to immerse fans in the excitement of the sport, placing them at the center of the action. From team radio chatter and pit lane intensity to engine roars and race commentary, Dolby Atmos will deliver the sport's defining sounds with unparalleled realism.

Apple Music's Oliver Schusser expressed enthusiasm for the integration, stating that the addition of Dolby Atmos will elevate the fan experience, capturing the sport's energy and intensity like never before. While Apple TV's current Formula 1 streaming rights are U.S.-limited, the service offers the Bahrain Grand Prix free to viewers in the United States, and has partnered with Netflix to bring the popular series "Formula 1: Drive to Survive" Season 8 to the platform.

Apple secured the U.S. streaming rights to Formula 1 through a five-year agreement starting with the 2026 season, aiming to expand its global reach. The streaming rights for Apple TV are included in its subscription, priced at $14.99 per month or as part of the Apple One bundle. Apple TV's Formula 1 programming joins its impressive lineup of content, including TV hits like "Ted Lasso," "Severance," and "The Morning Show."