A recent report highlights that Xiaomi is preparing to introduce a privacy-focused screen feature similar to Samsung’s “Privacy Display,” which debuted on the Galaxy S26 Ultra earlier this year.

According to industry tipster Yogesh Brar, Xiaomi is working on a comparable anti-shoulder-peeking function that will be integrated into its upcoming HyperOS 4 interface, based on Android 17.

This feature is designed to make on-screen content less visible to people viewing the device from side angles, thereby improving user privacy in public spaces such as trains, buses, and crowded areas.

Unlike Samsung’s implementation, which relies on dedicated hardware known as Flex Magic Pixel technology to control light direction and selectively obscure content, Xiaomi’s version is expected to be software-based.

This distinction is significant because a software-only solution would likely be less advanced in terms of precision and effectiveness compared to Samsung’s hardware approach.

However, it could offer a major advantage in accessibility, as it may be rolled out to a wide range of Xiaomi devices compatible with HyperOS 4 rather than being limited to a flagship model.

There is also speculation that Xiaomi might still be exploring hardware-based solutions in parallel, meaning the software feature could be an early indication of a broader privacy strategy.If implemented widely, Xiaomi’s approach could bring basic screen privacy protections to millions of users.

Meanwhile, Samsung’s current solution remains exclusive to the Galaxy S26 Ultra, albeit with some trade-offs in display brightness and sharpness noted by reviewers.

The development underscores a growing trend among smartphone manufacturers to enhance privacy features as mobile usage in public environments continues to rise.