Super HDR is a new photo and video recording mode (based on Google's Ultra HDR format) introduced by Samsung on the Galaxy S24 series. Fans hope this feature will be rolled out to older flagship phones with the One UI 6.1 update. Unfortunately, that won't happen.

Super HDR will not appear on older Galaxy phones

The One UI 6.1 update has brought most of the AI and Generative AI features of the Galaxy S24 to the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy Z Flip 5, Galaxy Z Fold 5, and Galaxy Tab S9. However, Super HDR did not appear on these devices. While users are wondering if it will be released for older Galaxy devices with a future software update, a Samsung representative confirmed the feature will be limited to the Galaxy S24 only.

This feature will not appear on older Galaxy phones even if they have high-end cameras and OLED screens with HDR. The Super HDR feature needs to be supported by a more powerful processor.

Initially, we thought that the Galaxy S23, Galaxy Tab S9, Galaxy Z Flip 5, and Galaxy Z Fold 5 series were all capable of receiving Super HDR because even the processors of the Galaxy A35 and A55 could support the feature. This. However, to release for older phones, Samsung must make significant improvements to the camera processing process. And the company hasn't been willing to make major changes to its older Galaxy devices.

What is Super HDR and what benefits does it bring?

Google introduced the Ultra HDR feature with Android 14 and Samsung used it to build Super HDR. With this feature, images, and videos are captured in Super HDR format. They can be viewed in HDR on the phone screen (in the Gallery app) and can also be shared in Super HDR on social media platforms.

The feature gives scenes deeper colors and a wider dynamic range. This provides a more immersive feeling when you view HDR images and videos on an HDR-capable display.