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Samsung and Intel co-develop 'SmartPower HDR' for Panther Lake OLED laptops, with up to 22% power savings — dynamic voltage control lowers power without sacrificing panel brightness

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Samsung and Intel have collaborated on a new technology called "SmartPower HDR" for OLED laptops, which can save up to 22% of power by dynamically adjusting voltage to the panel without compromising brightness. This innovation, powered by Intel's Core Ultra Series 3 chips, allows for precise control over OLED screens, optimizing power consumption in real-time. SmartPower HDR aims to address Windows' handling of HDR, offering intelligent and content-aware power management that could extend battery life by 30-40 minutes. While the launch date is not confirmed, it is expected to debut on Core Ultra 3 Series laptops this year, potentially including Samsung's Galaxy Book6 lineup with OLED displays.

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