Samsung’s next big flagship, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, may arrive with a groundbreaking privacy feature.
A new leak has revealed how the rumored “Privacy Display” could work, giving users more control over what’s visible on their screens in public places.
Leaks about Samsung’s Privacy Display have circulated for months, but now, thanks to a fresh UI leak, we may finally have our best look yet.
The feature, spotted by @achultra on X (formerly Twitter), was found in a teardown of the upcoming One UI 8.5 build. It reportedly makes it harder for others to view your phone’s screen from side angles — a feature that automatically activates when you’re in a crowded or public setting.
How privacy display might work
The leaked screenshots show that users will have customizable controls for the Privacy Display. You can choose when it turns on, whether it activates automatically, and which apps or content should stay protected.
Interestingly, the feature could even use environmental detection — for instance, switching on automatically when you’re traveling on public transport or sitting in a busy meeting room.
Protecting sensitive content
If the leak holds true, the Galaxy S26 Ultra will let you shield specific details, including:
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Lock screen information (PIN, password, or pattern)
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Private photos in your gallery
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Notifications and picture-in-picture windows
This makes it particularly useful for people who frequently work in shared spaces or attend business meetings.
Quality of life over radical change
While these reports remain unconfirmed, they align with Samsung’s recent trend of focusing on user experience enhancements rather than drastic design overhauls.
The company appears to be doubling down on privacy and convenience, a move that could make the Galaxy S26 Ultra stand out in a market increasingly driven by AI and camera upgrades.
Samsung hasn’t commented officially, and details could still change before launch. However, if this Privacy Display feature ships as described, it could give Samsung a serious edge in the 2025 smartphone race — and potentially make the Galaxy S26 Ultra one of the most secure phones ever built.
