Samsung introduced its Android 15-based One UI 7 update during the Samsung Developer Conference (SDC) 2024 in October, followed by its beta release earlier this month. One of the standout features in this update is a long-awaited fix addressing an issue with Galaxy devices automatically cranking up brightness for HDR content.
The new Super HDR toggle allows users to disable automatic brightness adjustment for HDR-supported media. Android Authority’s Mishaal Rahman explains that the feature, found under Settings > Advanced features > Super HDR, provides users with more control over their display’s behavior when viewing HDR content. Its description reads:
“Automatically adjust the display to show the full range of colors and contrast in pictures taken with Galaxy devices.”
Previously, One UI 6.1.1 included a similar toggle within the Samsung Gallery app but was limited to that specific application. With One UI 7, this option applies system-wide, leveraging Google’s Ultra HDR image format across all HDR-supported media.
Currently, the feature is exclusive to the Galaxy S24 series, with the One UI 7 beta programme available in select countries, including Germany, India, Korea, Poland, the UK, and the US. Users can sign up via the Samsung Members app to test the update’s features. Availability for other devices and regions will depend on Samsung’s rollout plans.
