BrightXDR

The premium Open Source alternative to Vivid

🎯 Best for:MacBook Pro and Pro Display XDR users needing maximum brightness.
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What is BrightXDR?

A Metal-backed utility that extends Apple XDR display brightness from 500 to 1600 nits. It bypasses system limitations to enable full HDR brightness for standard SDR content.

Tech Stack
SwiftOS & Utilities

Why BrightXDR?

  • Unlocks 1600 nits
  • Metal-backed performance
  • Completely free

Limitations

  • Increased battery drain
  • Potential thermal throttling
  • macOS only
3/5/2026
Last Update
13
Forks
4
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GPL-3.0
License
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-$1,440
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Team Size10 Users
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