Subj : AMD just had its proposition for a new open source HDMI driver re
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From : TechnologyDaily
Date : Tue Mar 05 2024 15:15:05

AMD just had its proposition for a new open source HDMI driver rejected

Date:
Tue, 05 Mar 2024 15:00:12 +0000

Description:
HDMI 2.1+ still isnt great for open source fans, to the point that AMD is 
even recommending DisplayPort over HDMI.

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In a disappointing turn of events for the open source community, AMDs efforts 
to implement HDMI 2.1+ functionality on its Linux graphics driver have been 
reflected. 

AMDs efforts had been an effort to improve previous iterations by addressing 
problems relating to high-definition, high-refresh rate qualities, such as 4K 
120Hz and 5K 240Hz. 

Its stated that the problem lies in the HDMI Forums decision to close public 
specification access, which hinders open-source support. AMD and X.Orgs 
attempts to collaborate with the HDMI Forum have been unsuccessful. AMD HDMI 
2.1+ driver hits a roadblock 

AMD Linux engineers have reportedly worked for months in order to expose HDMI 
features to their open-source driver, however the HDMI Forums rejection of 
AMDs proposal has left the open-source GPU drivers without a solution for 
fully enabling HDMI 2.1+ features. 

Alex Deucher, an AMD Linux engineer, confirmed the news on a forum : The HDMI 
Forum has rejected our proposal unfortunately. At this time an open source 
HDMI 2.1 implementation is not possible without running afoul of the HDMI 
Forum requirements. 

Deuchers comment was met with a number of emoji reactions, including crying, 
sad and angry emojis, as well as other comments from users and fellow 
open-source community members expressing their disappointment. 

The HDMI Forums decision is not only disappointing for current users, but 
raises questions about the future of open-source support for HDMI. AMD is 
even recommending that open-source Linux users consider using DisplayPort for 
the best experience. 

The next stages are as yet unknown, but its possible that the solution may 
involve some closed-source firmware or other protected elements, compromising 
the benefits and entire ethos of open source. More from TechRadar Pro These 
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