We’re excited to roll out Fluid 2.0 Beta 2, a major update that takes remote desktop to the next level with 4:4:4 chroma subsampling and 10-bit color support. This release is all about delivering incredible color accuracy and detail, giving you a truly crisp, studio-quality experience right on your remote desktop.
What 4:4:4 Color Means for You
Traditionally, remote desktop apps have relied on 4:2:0 chroma sub-sampling to cut down on bandwidth. While that’s efficient, it also means sacrificing some detail, particularly in areas with sharp edges or fine text.
With 4:4:4 color support in Fluid 2.0 Beta 2, that’s no longer an issue. Every pixel now carries full color information.Artistic applications display with stunning precision, and even text and UI elements look sharper and more defined. Whether you’re working on detailed design projects or just want your desktop to look as good as it would in person, this is a big upgrade. This improvement isn’t just for creatives—productivity apps like word processors and spreadsheets also benefit, with text appearing noticeably crisper and easier to read.
4:4:4 on the left, 4:2:0 on the right (click the image to see the difference)
Moving from Millions to over a Billion Colors
Most displays use 8-bit color, which gives you 16.7 million colors to work with. That sounds like a lot until you need subtle color transitions or want to eliminate banding in gradients.
With Fluid 2.0 Beta 2, we’re stepping up to 10-bit color, which expands the color palette to over a billion colors. This leap ensures that even the most nuanced shades are rendered with incredible precision. Whether you’re in video production, graphic design, or any field that demands top-notch visual quality, this is the level of color depth you need to get your work done right.
Top image is original, the bottom image is the image with color banding.
Why 4:4:4 and 10-Bit Color Together Are a Game-Changer
Pairing full-color resolution (4:4:4) with a billion-color palette (10-bit per channel) in Fluid 2.0 Beta 2 gives you the ultimate high-fidelity remote desktop experience. This combination ensures that every pixel is vibrant and accurate, capturing even the smallest details and subtlest color variations. For anyone working with high-end visuals, whether it’s video editing, graphic design, or just enjoying a more polished remote desktop, this update is a must-have.
Flexibility at Your Fingertips
One of the coolest features of Fluid 2.0 Beta 2 is the ability to switch between all color modes on the fly while connected. Whether you need the high efficiency of 4:2:0 for certain tasks or want to take full advantage of 4:4:4 with 10-bit color, you can do it all without disconnecting: To switch colors while connected to a machine click Remote -> Color.
Important Notes:
- High color quality (4:4:4 at 8-bit) is available for everyone!
- Pro (4:2:0 10-bit) and Ultra (4:4:4 10-bit) modes are currently available for Jump Desktop for Teams Enterprise customers.
- At the moment, 10-bit color support is limited to connections TO Mac hosts. For Windows hosts, we’re shipping 4:4:4 in the beta today but we're working hard to enable 10bit color - stay tuned!
How to Get Started:
Jump Desktop Connect on the host machine:
- Jump Desktop Connect Windows (7.0.72)
- Jump Desktop Connect for Mac (7.0.72)
Jump Desktop on your local computer:
- Jump Desktop for Mac (9.0.33)
- Jump Desktop for Windows (9.0.7)
That's not all!
If you haven't already, don't forget to check out new features in Fluid 2.0 Beta 1 here.