Samsung and Intel's collaboration on SmartPower HDR technology promises to make High Dynamic Range (HDR) content more power-efficient for laptops. The system uses real-time data from the laptop's chipset and OLED panel to adjust the driving voltage, reducing unnecessary power consumption when displaying standard or SDR content.
The approach allows laptops to conserve battery life while still delivering vibrant colors and brightness during HDR playback. Samsung Display claims that SmartPower HDR can minimize power usage by up to 22% during general use cases and 17% during HDR content consumption. This technology essentially bridges the gap between SDR and HDR modes, making it easier for users to access the benefits of HDR without compromising on battery life.
Intel showcased this technology last year but has now expanded upon its capabilities with Samsung Display's expertise. However, no specific laptop models have been announced for SmartPower HDR yet, leaving consumers to wait until more details are revealed about when and where this technology will become available in laptops.
The approach allows laptops to conserve battery life while still delivering vibrant colors and brightness during HDR playback. Samsung Display claims that SmartPower HDR can minimize power usage by up to 22% during general use cases and 17% during HDR content consumption. This technology essentially bridges the gap between SDR and HDR modes, making it easier for users to access the benefits of HDR without compromising on battery life.
Intel showcased this technology last year but has now expanded upon its capabilities with Samsung Display's expertise. However, no specific laptop models have been announced for SmartPower HDR yet, leaving consumers to wait until more details are revealed about when and where this technology will become available in laptops.
. but i gotta give credit to samsung and intel, they're definitely trying to bridge the gap between sdr and hdr modes. but have you seen those new laptops? they're like huge power vacuums 
. we need some actual innovation in design, not just tweaks to old tech 
. and what's up with no specific laptop models announced yet? sounds like a marketing ploy to me 
. I'm thinking back to my old laptop from 2015, it was already showing some signs of heat and strain when playing games or watching movies... now imagine having that same power saved up for all-day streaming sessions? That's like a dream come true!
especially when we're just chillin' and watching sdr content lol anyway i think this smartpower hdr thing is a game changer for me coz it means i dont have to worry about my battery dying after like 2 hours of use 
and with intel and samsung collabing its only a matter of time before we see this tech in laptops 
fingers crossed we get some affordable options soon
Can you imagine having a laptop that can last a whole day on a single charge just because it has some fancy tech? It's all well and good but I'm not gonna shell out my hard-earned cash for a laptop just because it's got HDR capabilities. Can't they just make the battery life better in general? And what's with the delay, no specific models announced yet? Are they trying to keep us in suspense or something? 
and the fact that Intel expanded upon its capabilities with Samsung Display's expertise is a major win 
It's like they're solving the ultimate conundrum - power efficiency & visual quality. I'm really hoping they announce some laptops soon that incorporate this tech, it would be a total game-changer for anyone who loves gaming or watching movies on their laptop 
It's definitely a step in the right direction and I'm excited to see where this tech takes us! 
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. But what I'm curious about is how this tech will impact the cost of laptops that feature it 
. can't wait to see what laptops will support this tech soon! maybe we'll finally get decent battery life without sacrificing too much in terms of performance