Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for Q4 2025 was $307 million, exceeding the midpoint of guidance, with non-GAAP earnings per share of $0.99, boosted by a $0.28 discrete tax benefit [16] - For FY2025, total revenue reached $1.35 billion, a 6% year-over-year increase, with non-GAAP earnings per share of $4.24 [17] - Operating cash flow was approximately $123 million, with a share repurchase of $35 million and a declared dividend of $0.36, up 9% from the previous year [16][17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Licensing revenue was $282 million, while products and services revenue was $25 million for Q4 2025 [16] - Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, and Imaging Patents grew just over 14% in FY2025, representing 45% of licensing revenue [17] - Foundational audio technology revenue declined just under 1%, aligning with expectations of flat growth [17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Strong growth was observed in the mobile segment, driven by the GE Licensing acquisition, while PC and broadcast grew in mid-single digits [17] - Consumer electronics (CE) revenue was down, consistent with expectations [17] - The automotive sector continues to grow rapidly, with new agreements signed with major brands like Maruti Suzuki and VinFast [7][8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to expand its total addressable market through consumption-based revenue models, including the video distribution program for content streamers and Dolby OptiView [11][12] - Dolby is focusing on innovation and collaboration within the ecosystem to enhance the quality and efficiency of entertainment experiences [13][14] - The company is optimistic about growing Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, and Imaging Patents at a rate of 15%-20% per year over the next three to five years [15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that while the overall device market is sluggish, they have not seen specific impacts from tariffs, and partners are resilient [48] - The company expects revenue for FY2026 to be between $1.39 billion and $1.44 billion, reflecting a 3%-7% year-over-year increase [19] - For Q1 FY2026, revenue is expected to be between $315 million and $345 million, with licensing revenue between $290 million and $320 million [20] Other Important Information - The company recorded a $6 million restructuring charge in Q4 2025 as part of operational streamlining [16] - The first licensees for the new imaging patent pool were signed in the second half of FY2025, with revenue recognition expected in FY2026 [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: Expansion of Total Addressable Market - Management confirmed that the video distribution program for streamers combines existing imaging patents with GE Licensing patents, significantly expanding the addressable market [24][26] Question: Imaging Patents and Revenue Generation - The imaging patent licensing is primarily driven through patent pools, with five licensees signed up in the second half of FY2025, expected to generate revenue in FY2026 [29] Question: Automotive Market Progress - Management anticipates that automotive will become a separate end market, with ongoing efforts to deepen partnerships with existing brands [35] Question: Macro Environment Observations - Management has not identified specific impacts from tariffs and noted that the device market is stabilizing after previous declines [48] Question: Capital Allocation Strategy - The company has over $270 million remaining in share repurchase authorization and continues to evaluate its capital allocation strategy regularly [52]