Since Netflix came, streaming high-definition movies has been much easier. Although price increases keep some users from continuing their subscriptions, the new HDR10+ support could be the way to bring them back once again.
We all know that HDR10 and Dolby Vision formats existed long before this feature arrived, but this update will exactly keep streamers closer to their screens: improved visual fidelity for Netflix's original programming.
Netflix Brings HDR10+ and How It Improves Streaming Quality
HDR10+ is a next-generation high dynamic range (HDR) format that dynamically tweaks brightness, contrast, and colors on a frame-by-frame basis. It differs from regular HDR10, which takes static metadata into account. HDR10+ examines individual frames to provide better visual detail. This translates to more realistic images with enhanced blacks, brighter whites, and more vivid colors.
Netflix is combining HDR10+ with the AV1 codec, a state-of-the-art compression technology that provides 4K streaming quality without using huge amounts of data. First unveiled back in 2018, AV1 has emerged as an industry standard for streaming services wanting to achieve quality and efficiency.
Availability of HDR10+ on Netflix
Today, Netflix is introducing HDR10+ support on some popular titles and has a plan to bring the feature to all HDR content. Netflix Premium subscribers with a device that supports both HDR10+ and AV1 can take advantage of the enhanced visual quality right now, according to Engadget.
It doesn't matter if you're streaming your favorite movies from smartphones or tablets since these devices also support HDR10+ content wherever you go.
Why HDR10+ Matters Changes the Modern Streaming
HDR is now a distinguishing characteristic of contemporary TV and film, making images look more visually contrasting between light and dark regions. Some viewers will find that without HDR support, the material might look flat or roughly underexposed. HDR systems such as HDR10+ and Dolby Vision fix this by adding dynamic metadata that scales the picture to the display's capabilities.
For viewers who have been streaming on devices that support Dolby Vision, the move to HDR10+ may not be a big deal. But for those whose screens only support HDR10+, this feature will definitely enhance the viewing experience.
