The Galaxy S26 Ultra's display has received security certification thanks to its OLED Flex Magic Pixel technology.
Samsung Display's new screen technology reduces ambient brightness to below 1%, completely eliminating the need for traditional privacy screen protectors.
Samsung Display has just made a major breakthrough in display technology as its Flex Magic Pixel (FMP) OLED panel has been certified by UL Solutions, a global independent testing organization, for its viewing angle privacy capabilities. This is the core technology that will enable the Privacy Display feature on the upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra series, allowing for the natural protection of personal information in public places.
Superior security performance compared to traditional screens.
According to test results from UL Solutions, the Flex Magic Pixel OLED panel demonstrates extremely precise off-axis light control. While conventional smartphone screens maintain around 40% brightness when viewed from the side, Samsung Display's technology almost completely eliminates this amount of light.
| Off-axis viewing angle | Remaining brightness (%) | The reduction rate compared to the direct approach. |
|---|---|---|
| 45 degrees | 3.5% | Reduced by 1/30 |
| 60 degrees | Below 0.9% | Reduced by more than 1/100th |
This means that the displayed content will almost disappear to someone standing nearby, while users directly facing the screen will still experience high-quality images without being affected by thick layers of security film.
Breakthroughs from multilayer Black Matrix structures and LEAD 2.0
To achieve this impressive brightness reduction, Samsung Display undertook a complete redesign of the OLED structure. The key lies in the "Black Matrix"—the component used to separate the red, green, and blue sub-pixels.
Instead of using a single layer as before, the company has developed a multi-layer light-blocking structure. This structure allows for control over the direction of light from each sub-pixel, which is only a few micrometers wide. Furthermore, this technology is integrated into the LEAD 2.0 platform – a non-polarized OLED system that increases overall brightness and optimizes power consumption.
Notably, Samsung Display stated that it has filed approximately 150 patents since 2020 related to the techniques needed to realize this security display.
Prospects in the mobile device market
Although Samsung Display didn't name the specific device, technical data confirms that the Galaxy S26 Ultra will be the first product to feature this technology. Furthermore, the trend of equipping secure displays is expected to explode on flagship models from many other Android brands, especially Chinese manufacturers, towards the end of the year.
Below are the expected specifications for the Galaxy S26 Series, where this new display technology will be applied:
| Parameter | Galaxy S26 | Galaxy S26 Plus | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microprocessors | Exynos 2600 (2nm) | Exynos 2600 (2nm) | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3nm) |
| Screen | 6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7-inch QHD+ 120Hz | 6.9-inch 2K 120Hz |
| Maximum brightness | 2600 nits | 2600 nits | 2600 nits |
| Main camera | 50MP | 50MP | 200MP (100x Zoom) |
| Battery capacity | 4300 mAh | 4900 mAh | 5000 mAh |
The successful commercialization of OLED Flex Magic Pixel not only enhances data security but also demonstrates Samsung's mastery of display material technology, helping the company maintain its leading position against competitors in the display technology industry.
