Samsung has unveiled a trio of new Galaxy S26 smartphones, with the S26 Ultra featuring a groundbreaking Privacy Display feature that sets it apart from competitors like the iPhone. The Privacy Display, once activated, makes content disappear when not directly viewed, offering enhanced privacy to users in public settings.
Described as a game-changer in phone privacy, Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra boasts the industry’s first built-in Privacy Display. This innovative technology controls light dispersion from pixels, ensuring content remains clear and visible to the user while restricting visibility to others.
In addition to the Privacy Display, the Galaxy S26 Ultra showcases a sleek design, extended battery life, and is equipped with the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform from Qualcomm for enhanced performance. The device also boasts fast charging capabilities, reaching 75% in just 30 minutes.
The smartphone features an updated quad rear camera for improved low-light photography and enhanced video stability with upgraded Super Steady capabilities, including a horizontal lock option for smoother video recording. Moreover, the S Pen allows users to jot down notes on the 6.9-inch AMOLED screen effortlessly.
Joining the Ultra model are the standard S26 with a 6.3-inch display and the larger 6.7-inch Plus version, both powered by Samsung’s Exynos chip and equipped with triple-lens rear cameras. All new Samsung smartphones benefit from a Galaxy AI upgrade, enhancing smart features like Now Nudge, which provides contextual suggestions to users for improved productivity.
Samsung’s commitment to a seamless user experience is further underscored by features such as automatic photo suggestions from the Gallery and calendar integration for meeting reminders. The integration of Google’s Gemini ensures intuitive web browsing experiences for users.
While the latest Samsung smartphones offer significant updates and enhancements, consumers should be prepared for increased pricing across the lineup this year. The UK pricing for the new Samsung Galaxy S26 models 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
The new Samsung Galaxy S26 range is set to hit stores next month, providing users with a range of advanced features and capabilities for an enhanced mobile experience.