Just before the official launch, Samsung's flagship smartphone series, the Galaxy S26, has been almost completely revealed by numerous leaks. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra will gain a revolutionary system feature called Privacy Display, which limits the screen's viewing angle. Hardware changes are evolutionary, with a focus on algorithmic improvements in the cameras, and the launch is set to coincide with the release of the One UI 8.5 system. However, the competing OnePlus 16 may pose a challenge in the telephoto lens area.
Revolutionary Privacy Display
The S26 Ultra will debut with a system feature that limits the screen's viewing angle, replacing physical privacy screen protectors. This is a key innovation for privacy protection.
Algorithms Instead of Hardware Revolution
The main focus is on new image processing algorithms aimed at improving noise reduction and rendering. Changes to the camera modules are minor.
Exclusive Colors and Evolutionary Specifications
In addition to the basic palette, the Ultra model will receive at least two exclusive case colors. The battery and charging will not bring any surprises.
Launch with One UI 8.5 System
The smartphones will debut with the One UI 8.5 overlay, which is in the beta testing phase. The biggest system novelty is expected to be a refreshed Bixby assistant.
Competition from OnePlus 16
According to reports, the OnePlus 16, launching later, may have an advantage thanks to an advanced telephoto sensor, posing a challenge to Samsung.
A few days before the official launch, the Samsung Galaxy S26 series, especially its top Ultra model, has been largely revealed by numerous leaks. The main innovation that leaked from visual materials is said to be the system feature Privacy Display. Once activated, the smartphone's display is supposed to limit the viewing angle, ensuring user privacy in crowded places, which previously required applying physical privacy screen protectors. This solution is said to be available directly in the operating system. In the photographic sphere, leaks point to a strategy focused on refining algorithms rather than a revolution in the camera module. The new flagships are said to use a completely new noise reduction algorithm, which should offer cleaner shots and render uniform surfaces like skies or walls more clearly. 2 — Exclusive case colors for the Ultra model will complement the standard color palette, which is a typical marketing practice for the most expensive variants. Regarding technical parameters like battery capacity or charging power, reports temper expectations for a breakthrough, suggesting an evolutionary approach. „First time in a long time I feel like buying a Samsung Ultra, especially since I've been waiting for one of the changes for years.” — gsmManiaK.pl Pre-launch leaks have become a standard part of the product cycle in the smartphone industry for over 15 years. Companies often control information leaks as part of their marketing strategy to build anticipation. Samsung, as one of the largest manufacturers, is particularly susceptible to such leaks due to its complex supply and distribution chain.The launch of the new smartphones is set to coincide with the release of a major software update. The One UI system in version 8.5 is currently in beta 5 testing, and its final version will reach users with the Galaxy S26. The main novelty in the system is expected to be a refreshed version of the Bixby voice assistant. However, a competitive threat looms in the background. Market reports indicate that the OnePlus 16 smartphone, planned for later this year, may gain an advantage in a key photography area by utilizing an advanced telephoto sensor. This shows that pressure from Chinese manufacturers in the high-end segment remains strong. prawda: Information about the leaks, the Privacy Display function, and exclusive colors is consistently confirmed by several independent technology websites. (Artykuły Antyweb, gsmManiaK.pl, tablety.pl)