Samsung Galaxy S27 to Expand Privacy Display Across All Models

Samsung is reportedly preparing a major display upgrade for its upcoming Galaxy S27 lineup by extending its built-in privacy screen technology to every model in the series. According to a report from Korean publication The Elec, the company plans to launch four variants next year—the Galaxy S27, Galaxy S27 Plus, Galaxy S27 Pro, and Galaxy S27 Ultra—with the hardware-based privacy display included as a standard feature. Regulatory filings had previously confirmed the existence of the new Galaxy S27 Pro, adding credibility to the expanded lineup.

The privacy display first appeared exclusively on the Galaxy S26 Ultra and differs from conventional aftermarket privacy screen protectors by integrating the technology directly into the display panel. A built-in filter layer functions like miniature vertical blinds, limiting the viewing angle so people looking from the side cannot clearly see the screen. Users can adjust the level of side-view blocking and even apply the feature only to specific content, such as PIN entries or notifications.

The technology is attracting attention across the smartphone industry. The Elec reports that Huawei has reportedly developed a similar privacy display for its tri-fold smartphone using a different technical approach. Xiaomi is also said to be working on comparable functionality, although its solution is expected to rely more heavily on software and operating system controls. OPPO and vivo are reportedly developing their own privacy display technologies as competition in the premium smartphone segment intensifies.

Despite the wider rollout across the Galaxy S27 range, Samsung’s foldable devices are expected to miss out on the feature for now. Reports indicate the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 series will not include the privacy display because integrating the technology into flexible OLED panels remains technically challenging. Current limitations include reduced screen resolution, lower brightness, and increased power consumption when privacy mode is enabled—issues that are far less significant on traditional flat displays.

Industry research firm Sigmaintell told The Elec that privacy display technology is becoming an important feature for premium smartphones. Once manufacturers overcome the remaining technical challenges affecting foldable screens, the feature is expected to expand to future foldable devices. However, it remains uncertain whether Samsung will introduce it with the Galaxy Z Fold 9 or in a later generation.