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Premium theaters
RealD 3D: A stereoscopic partner of Regal that shows movies in 3D. Regal Premium Experience (RPX): Regal's premium large format. RPX provides Dolby Atmos sound, ButtKicker motion seats, and 4K laser projection on a maximized screen. IMAX: Regal operates at least 94 IMAX locations in the United States.
What is RPX in theaters? ›
Premium theaters
RealD 3D: A stereoscopic partner of Regal that shows movies in 3D. Regal Premium Experience (RPX): Regal's premium large format. RPX provides Dolby Atmos sound, ButtKicker motion seats, and 4K laser projection on a maximized screen. IMAX: Regal operates at least 94 IMAX locations in the United States.
What is Regal ScreenX? ›
ScreenX is the world's first multi-projection theatre technology. This technology provides moviegoers with a 270-degree panoramic viewing experience by expanding the screen onto the side walls of the auditorium.
What is Regal RPX seating? ›
Premium Regal Experience. Regal Cinemas has upgraded some of their theaters with RPX, Regal premium experience. Wide reclining seats. Booming sound system and enough room to get up and walk down the aisle while your neighbors are fully reclined.
What is the difference between RPX and standard at Regal? ›
What is RPX? It's just a new big screen movie format launched in some Regal Cinemas, like this one, that provides a "premium" movie-going experience. Similar to IMAX, RPX theaters offer a larger screen, better seating with more cushioning, and a much louder sound system than in a standard theater.
Is RPX better than IMAX? ›
While RPX is all about premium seating and good sound effects, IMAX is about stunning visuals and wonderful sound experiences throughout the theatre. In short, RPX may be better than regular theatre, but it is a little behind the stunning technology of IMAX.
What does IMAX mean? ›
IMAX is a proprietary system of high-resolution cameras, film formats, film projectors, and theaters known for having very large screens with a tall aspect ratio (approximately either 1.43:1 or 1.90:1) and steep stadium seating, with the 1.43:1 ratio format being available only in few selected locations.
Is RPX always 3D? ›
RPX presents movies the way filmmakers intended with powerful, uncompressed surround sound and bright eye-popping images in 2D and RealD 3D. Guests will enjoy the custom-built premium environment creating the perfect moviegoing experience.
How does RPX work? ›
RPX identifies and purchases patent assets they identify as of high value, relevance and risk that could be used offensively against members of the company's client network. Depending on the situation, RPX may acquire assets from a third party or directly from an NPE.
What is the difference between ScreenX and IMAX? ›
For those that don't know, ScreenX is a format that offers additional images down the side walls of the auditorium (yes, really), expanding the image to the sides, rather than above and below that image as IMAX does.
What is D-BOX? Featuring 65,000 nuanced haptic effects—movements, vibrations and textures that sync perfectly with on-screen action—D-BOX is an immersive experience that takes movies beyond the realms of sight and sound and truly makes them come to life.
Is IMAX theater worth it? ›
The average IMAX screen size is approximately 72' x 50' (22m x 16m), which is significantly larger than traditional movie screens of approximately 50' x 20' (16m x 6.1m). Is IMAX worth it? Yes, it is absolutely worth the price of admission. It's the biggest screen with the best quality.
How loud is RPX? ›
80 dBA or above
The dBA numbers displayed on the app and the website are averages of all the historical SoundChecks measured and submitted to the database.
Which is better, 4DX or IMAX? ›
4DX is often mistaken for or compared to IMAX 3D. However, both are vastly different standards. IMAX screens have more to do with the picture quality and the sound, whereas 4DX is more about the seats and practical effects. 4DX cinemas can screen both 2D and 3D movies.
What is the best movie theater format? ›
Dolby Cinema: 1.85:1
Dolby Cinema is arguably the most technically accomplished digital format – a dual-laser Barco projector delivering up to 22 foot-lamberts of brightness, Dolby Atmos sounds and plush, recliner seats – a feast for the eyes and the posterior.