Microsoft’s Auto HDR Saga: From Gaming Glitch to Glorious Graphics

Microsoft removed a safeguard hold preventing devices with Auto HDR from installing Windows 11 2024 Update due to gaming issues. Gamers reported oversaturated graphics and game freezes. The issue was fixed in a January 2025 update. Auto HDR users can now install Windows 11 24H2, unless other safeguard holds apply.

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Published: January 30, 2025 1:57 pmAdded: February 5, 2025 at 3:32 amAssembled by: The Editor
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Microsoft’s Auto HDR feature had gamers feeling like they were playing in a world where the sun never sets and every shadow is a void of eternal darkness. But fear not, with the latest update, your games can finally return to looking just as mediocre as before! Who knew fixing oversaturated colors could be such a refreshing change?

Key Points:

  • Microsoft removed the safeguard hold preventing Windows 11 2024 Update due to Auto HDR issues.
  • Gamers complained of high-contrast, oversaturated graphics, and game freezes.
  • The issue was fixed in the January 2025 KB5050094 non-security preview update.
  • Auto HDR can be disabled via ‘Settings’ for users who avoid preview updates.
  • Windows 11 24H2 is now in broad deployment, with some forced rollouts.

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