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Samsung is preparing another major upgrade to its flagship display technology with the upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra. After two years of exclusive use of Corning’s Gorilla Armor glass on its Ultra phones, the company is expected to debut an even more advanced version this year, one that could significantly reduce the need for screen protectors.
Samsung first introduced Gorilla Armor with Galaxy S24 Ultra, followed by Gorilla Armor 2 on the Galaxy S25 Ultra in 2025. Unlike standard cover glass, Gorilla Armor uses a ceramic-infused material that improves durability and scratch resistance. It also features an advanced anti-reflective coating that cuts glare and enhances outdoor visibility.
According to durability tests, the glass scratches at level eight on the Mohs hardness scale, outperforming Gorilla Victus 2 used on Galaxy S23 series, which scratches at level six.
Leaks suggest Samsung and Corning will push this technology further with Galaxy S26 Ultra. Tipster Ice Universe claims the new-generation Gorilla Glass will address issues that traditionally force users to rely on tempered glass protectors, solving them ‘directly at the glass level.’
While details remain limited, the focus appears to be on enhanced resistance to micro-scratches and everyday wear, key reasons users apply screen protectors in the first place.
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There are also rumors circulating that Galaxy S26 Ultra will feature a ‘Privacy Guard’ option. This could help limit the need for add-ons such as privacy screen films for individual smartphones.
Despite these, it seems unlikely that screens will completely end the use of screen protectors. This is because the company itself offers screen protectors for Galaxy S25 series. It is therefore clear that while the new glasses will reduce the use of screen protectors, it will still remain.
Samsung already leads the industry in smartphone display innovation. Nearly two years after the S24 Ultra launched, the iPhone 17 remains the only rival offering anti-reflective glass, and its performance reportedly falls short of Samsung’s.
With Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung looks set to extend that advantage even further.
