Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with Privacy Display
A lifelong iPhone user reviews the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. The Privacy Display is an innovation I didn't see coming. Here's my hands-on take.
I am back! It's been a long time since I've uploaded a video on my EnvisionWithJustin YouTube channel. Be sure to subscribe and follow my journey. 2026 has just started and I have designed a brand new home creative studio. You must know I’m passionate about the latest technology gadgets. I recently sat down to record a video about the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, and I’m excited to finally share it with this community. As a loyal iPhone user, this is quite the experiment. I'll be sure to share my experience as I dive into the world of Samsung and Android.
Why I Made This Video
Smartphones continue to get better each year and Samsung surprised me with the Privacy Display. I didn't see this kind of innovation coming. It was a pleasant surprise.
Tech Specs: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Samsung didn’t hold back this year. The Galaxy S26 Ultra continues its dominance in mobile hardware and design, but this time, it feels smarter, sharper, and more private than ever. Powered by the next-generation Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy and an adaptive AI-driven One UI 8.5, this device is a serious performer for both creatives and professionals.
- Display: 6.9-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1–120Hz adaptive refresh rate, Vision booster, plus built-in Privacy Display that limits side-angle visibility when enabled.
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
- Cameras: Quad rear setup: 200MP wide (main), 50MP ultra-wide, 50MP telephoto (5x optical), 10MP telephoto (3x optical). Front camera: 12MP.
- Storage & RAM: 256GB/12GB RAM, 512GB/12GB RAM, or 1TB/16GB RAM
- Battery: 5,000mAh typical
- Charging: Up to 60W wired (Super Fast Charging 3.0)
- Build: Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Armor 2 glass on the front and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the back, with IP68 water and dust resistance.
- Features: Built-in S Pen support; Galaxy AI features including Photo Assist; Circle to Search with Google; Call Assist features include Live Translate; Privacy Display controls; Vision booster.
- Software: Android 16 with One UI 8.5, plus seven generations of OS upgrades and seven years of security updates (per Samsung U.S. newsroom).
This phone is unapologetically futuristic. The combination of its alumium design, powerful chip, and privacy‑first display make it feel like Samsung built this for creators and content producers who live on the go.
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Stay visionary,
Justin
Tech Specs were generated by AI which can make mistakes.