Samsung confirms privacy screen for Galaxy S26 Ultra

Samsung has effectively confirmed one of the most discussed features of the upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra: a "privacy screen" that insiders have long speculated about. The company announced that a "new level of confidentiality" will soon arrive, designed to protect screen content from prying eyes in public spaces. This appears to be a direct hint at a feature guarding against so-called shoulder surfing, where someone peers at a screen over your shoulder.

Earlier leaks suggested Samsung was developing a built-in equivalent of privacy screen protectors that limit viewing angles. Such accessories have long been available in stores, but they come with drawbacks: they're always active, reduce brightness, and need replacement once removed. Now, Samsung seems to be moving this concept to the software level, making it more flexible and manageable.

The main advantage of the new function is that it won't have to be constantly enabled. Instead, users can activate it only for specific apps or when accessing sensitive sections of the smartphone. Moreover, the protection could extend to interface elements like pop-up notifications, ensuring personal information doesn't appear on screen at inopportune moments.

Samsung emphasizes that this "privacy layer" will be customizable. Users can choose where it operates, how it looks, or turn it off entirely. This approach eliminates the shortcomings of physical screen filters and offers greater control over what others see.

Although the company hasn't officially linked the innovation directly to the Galaxy S26 Ultra, the timing and previous leaks make it nearly obvious that this flagship will be the first device with a built-in system to safeguard personal information from curious onlookers. It's not a revolution, but a practical feature that could become one of the most useful additions in Samsung's new smartphone generation.