Vivid

The application extends the usable brightness range of compatible MacBook Pro and Pro Display XDR screens, allowing the display to reach its full HDR‑specified luminance. It works system‑wide, so the standard brightness keys control the increased output without additional shortcuts. The software is targeted at users who need a clearer view in bright environments, such as outdoor work or high‑ambient‑light settings, and to who own the supported hardware (14‑ or 16‑inch MacBook Pro with M‑Series Pro/Max or Pro Display XDR).

It operates by unlocking the extra brightness band normally reserved for HDR content, employing the same mechanisms Apple uses for HDR video editing. The developer states that this does not alter the display’s normal behavior or shorten its lifespan, and references Apple’s official guidance on the topic.

A free “Splitscreen Mode” lets users test the full‑brightness capability on half the screen indefinitely before deciding on a one‑time purchase. Licenses are offered for single users, teams, or companies, each providing unlimited access to the feature set without a subscription.