Samsung unveils industry-first privacy display

There's plenty of new technology in Samsung's latest flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S26 Ultra. But unlike in previous years, the hottest new feature doesn't have anything to do with the camera, gaming or AI .

It's called Privacy Filter, and it can restrict the light from part or all of the phone screen to keep prying eyes out of your stuff. You'll only find it in Samsung's new Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Read why this could be the hottest new feature to hit the market since the selfie camera - and why you'll likely only find it on premium Samsung phones for at least the next couple of years. Here's my take, in the Tech section of USA Today.