Auto HDR is automatically bundled with Windows 11, but you need to turn it on to take advantage of it. But that’s not all. You also need an HDR-supported monitor, and you need HDR-capable games. We’ve ...

When Windows 11 first arrived, flashy features like DirectStorage and its sleek new design stole the spotlight. But one of its most underrated gems slipped in almost unnoticed: Auto HDR. This little ...

Windows 11 brings Auto HDR, first introduced on the Xbox Series X|S consoles, to the PC. The feature promises to make older titles look just as bright and vibrant as newer HDR-compatible releases ...

One of the best PC gaming features that is exclusive to Windows 11 is Auto HDR--a software solution to applying HDR to games that don't natively support it. It's been a big feature on Xbox, bringing ...

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Microsoft has announced a Windows 11 HDR update, and it makes tweaking high dynamic range on your gaming PC easier than before. The auto HDR enhancement adds a bunch of new settings features, some of ...

Microsoft is now blocking Windows 11 24H2 upgrades on systems with Auto HDR enabled due to a compatibility issue that causes game freezes. Auto HDR is a Windows feature that automatically increases ...