Samsung has unveiled three new models in the Galaxy S26 smartphone lineup, with the standout feature being the Privacy Display exclusive to the S26 Ultra. This innovative feature, once activated in the settings, ensures that onlookers cannot view the screen content unless directly facing it, providing enhanced privacy in public settings.
The Privacy Display works by making content disappear when not viewed straight on, preventing unauthorized access by people nearby. Users can customize settings to block out specific apps or notifications, enhancing the overall privacy experience on the phone. Samsung described this feature as a groundbreaking advancement in display technology that revolutionizes privacy protection on mobile devices.
In addition to the Privacy Display, the Galaxy S26 Ultra boasts a sleeker design, improved battery life, and is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for enhanced performance. The device also offers rapid charging capabilities, achieving a 75% charge in just 30 minutes.
The Ultra model features an updated quad rear camera system for better low-light photography and enhanced video stabilization with Super Steady capabilities, including a horizontal lock option for smoother video recording. It also includes an S Pen for convenient note-taking on the 6.9-inch AMOLED screen.
Accompanying the Ultra variant are the standard S26 model with a 6.3-inch screen and the larger 6.7-inch S26 Plus version, both powered by Samsung’s Exynos chip and equipped with triple-lens rear cameras.
Samsung has implemented a significant upgrade to its smart features across all new Galaxy S26 models with the Galaxy AI enhancement. Features like Now Nudge provide users with relevant suggestions to streamline their tasks and reduce distractions, such as automatically suggesting photos from the Gallery for a recent trip or checking for calendar conflicts when receiving meeting invitations.
Despite the impressive updates, the new Samsung smartphones come with a higher price tag this year. The UK pricing for the Galaxy S26 range is as follows:
– S26: 256GB £879, 512GB £1,049
– S26 Plus: 256GB £1,099, 512GB £1,269
– S26 Ultra: 256GB £1,279, 512GB £1,449, 1TB (with 16GB RAM) £1,699
These models are set to hit stores next month, offering consumers a range of advanced features and capabilities in the latest Galaxy S26 lineup.