Samsung gave the Galaxy S26 phones a groundbreaking debut yesterday, yet it felt like there was nothing fancy and remarkable about the latest Galaxy S26 series. No major camera upgrades. No massive battery expansion. Still, there was this hugely impressive Privacy Display feature that stood out in Samsung’s deluge of new flagship products.
Galaxy S26 Ultra’s privacy screen
This innovation on the Galaxy S26 Ultra has proven to be one of the most significant advancements in smartphone design in years.
It allows users to prevent those nearby from seeing the screen’s content while still being able to see it clearly from the front. This feature is especially beneficial in public settings, such as on public transportation, where privacy is often compromised.
The feature can easily be turned off when users want to share their screen with others, making it incredibly versatile.
Another commendable flexibility for users is that they can set Privacy Display to activate only for specific apps or notifications, protecting sensitive information while still allowing for convenient sharing.
The technology behind Privacy Display
Samsung’s Privacy Display is supported by a technology called Black Matrix, which narrows the light path emitted by each pixel. As the screen consists of narrow and wide pixels, only the narrow pixels light up when Privacy Display is activated. This is to make the content only visible from the front.
This careful technique addresses a common flaw in traditional privacy screen protectors, which often degrade image quality and brightness.
Unlike the physical filters designed to be applied externally, the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s integrated Privacy Display looks the most promising, ensuring vivid colors and clarity to deliver an optimal viewing experience.
