Galaxy S26 Ultra will have built-in privacy display feature

Published Dec 31, 2025

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Samsung's turn to step into the spotlight after all the releases of major flagships is coming closer day by day. As the Galaxy S26 Ultra specs are increasingly being revealed and we have accumulated more information about its development. The latest leaks specifically focus on camera improvements, with Samsung apparently addressing longstanding issues like lens flare and yellow skin tones. So, let's jump into this article, where I will discuss everything about the upcoming Samsung flagship: the Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Rumors

Design and Display

A little while back, we had already affirmed that through the leaked renders of that time, it fairly appeared that the Galaxy S26 Ultra didn't seem to reinvent itself, not by any stretch, but it definitely looked more polished than the S25 Ultra.

Just recently, new dummy units and CAD renders leaked online show that the Galaxy S26 Ultra is keeping the rounded corners from the S25 Ultra but updating the camera module to look more like the Galaxy Z Fold 7's design. The bezels are now slimmer, which makes the 6.89-inch display feel even larger, even though the actual size barely changes from last year's model. Samsung will almost certainly market it as a 6.9-inch screen, just like before. The camera island has been redesigned into a unified raised module with the three main lenses sitting on a small raised island over the rest of the back, moving away from the separate floating rings from the S25 Ultra.

The overall design is noticeably curvier, both along the edges and in the corners. If you've been following Samsung's design language, you'll notice the S25 Ultra leaned a little flat and boxy, but the S26 Ultra looks more organic. Even from the side profile, the edges now form more of a pill-shaped curve rather than the flat sides we're used to.

Privacy Display Feature

The next S26 Ultra will have a privacy feature that keeps people from peeking at your screen. pic.twitter.com/tFcgeFpCqG
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One of the most interesting-sounding additions is Samsung’s potential ‘Privacy Display.’ Functionally, it could act like a built-in privacy screen protector that limits visibility from side angles without any additional accessories. The feature can then reportedly be toggled on automatically in crowded places, applied to specific apps, or scheduled to turn on and off. It can obscure notifications, picture-in-picture windows, gallery images tagged as private, and even screen lock interfaces. Maximum Privacy mode will apparently even reduce screen brightness to make it even harder for people nearby to peek. Some new reports now also suggest this feature will require One UI 8.5 and hardware support, which basically means it will likely be exclusive to the Galaxy S26 Ultra only.

Will there be an S Pen?

The Galaxy S26 Ultra was previously rumored to ditch the S Pen to make room for a bigger battery or new features like Qi2 wireless charging, but from recent leaks, it looks like it is set to keep the beloved built-in S Pen. Recent leaks from tipster Ice Universe have confirmed that the phone will feature a dedicated S Pen slot on the bottom. And according to the leaks, the S Pen could see some upgrades too, a new hexagonal shape, an improved digitizer to reduce magnetic interference, and better compatibility with foldables and magnetic accessories.

Cameras

Samsung's Ultra series has always been about cameras, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra looks set to keep that tradition while addressing some longstanding issues. According to Ice Universe on Weibo, the Galaxy S26 Ultra will feature improved flare handling, allowing the camera to perform better in challenging lighting conditions. The device will also include enhanced lens technology and coatings, and skin tones will no longer turn yellow in images—a complaint that's plagued Samsung's cameras for years.

The rear camera setup comprises a 200MP primary sensor (Samsung ISOCELL HP2), a 50MP ultrawide (Samsung JN3), a 50MP periscope telephoto (Sony IMX854) with 5x optical zoom, and a 12MP telephoto (Samsung S5K3LD). The main 200MP HP2 sensor is the same one used in the Galaxy S25 Ultra, but the S26 Ultra's primary camera is rumored to feature a wider f/1.4 aperture, up from f/1.7 on the S25 Ultra, which allows for a 47% increase in light intake.

For selfies, the phone will use a 12MP Sony IMX874 sensor. The AI-powered ProVisual Engine is expected to handle 8K 60fps video recording, and the AI-assisted zoom could reach up to 100x with a new laser autofocus system rumored across all lenses.

The 3x telephoto lens remains somewhat controversial. The 12MP sensor, possibly cropped down to 10MP, could hurt low-light performance compared to competitors. Ice Universe even called it a "downgrade," so it will be interesting to see how it performs in real life.

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Samsung’s Silicon-Carbon Battery Plans?

Samsung was rumored to be developing silicon-carbon batteries to improve power efficiency while maintaining a slim design. But it is now certain that this device will not be featuring the 7500 mAh silicon-carbon battery as previously told. Almost every other Chinese smartphone, from budget to flagship, now features batteries that range anywhere from 6500 mAh to 8500 mAh, so Samsung is falling behind in this area.

Performance

On the performance front, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is likely to use the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, paired with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. It is perhaps plausible that Samsung will get an exclusive Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, like it always. But we are uncertain if this flagship processor will be present in the entire family. Nonetheless, the recently released Xiaomi 17 series already features this chipset, and performance is also expectedly to be very good.

Samsung Galaxy Price in Nepal and Availability

Samsung has not officially confirmed pricing or availability for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Based on current flagship trends, the starting price in Nepal is expected to be around NPR 190,000.