Netflix introduces HDR10+ for Premium subscribers

Netflix has started offering some of its videos in a new format called HDR10+. This feature is available to Premium subscribers of the streaming service. It is an improvement over the earlier HDR10 format and competes with Dolby Vision, another popular format. The HDR10+ format includes dynamic metadata, which enhances picture quality when viewed on compatible devices. Samsung TVs are among the devices that can take advantage of this upgrade. Netflix stated that viewers will notice improved image clarity when watching HDR10+ content. Netflix has been producing shows in various HDR formats since 2014, with around 11,000 hours of HDR programming now available. The company has embraced multiple formats to cater to a wider audience. Samsung has been supportive of the HDR10+ format, integrating it into many of its 4K televisions. Bill Mandel, a Samsung executive, shared the news on LinkedIn, highlighting the use of a new codec that improves streaming quality while using less bandwidth. This move is expected to enhance the viewing experience for customers with suitable devices.