Samsung Galaxy S26 feature wins top tech award
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Privacy Display was named Feature of the Year at the Currys Tech of the Year Awards 2026.
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The Samsung Galaxy S26 Privacy Display has been awarded Best Mobile Feature and the overall Feature of the Year at the Currys Tech of the Year Awards 2026. The awards, in their second year, highlight significant technological innovations. The Privacy Display enhances screen security by limiting visibility from side angles, a feature Samsung states can automatically shield the screen during sensitive actions like password entry.
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Google Pixel Voice Translate secured two awards: Best Mobile AI Feature and AI Feature of the Year. This technology offers real-time voice translation in selected languages, aiming to replicate the user's natural voice and tone. Its applications include facilitating international restaurant bookings and communication with global business contacts. The feature is available on Pixel 10 and later models, as well as the Pixel Fold.
Microsoft Copilot+ PC received the Best Computing AI Feature award. These devices are equipped with hardware designed to run AI functions locally, such as Windows Studio Effects, Live Captions with translation, and enhanced Windows Search capabilities.
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Samsung's AI Motion Enhancement Pro was named Best Entertainment AI Feature for its ability to maintain visual clarity during fast-paced content on Samsung AI TVs, such as live sports. Samsung stated that the feature ensures screens remain vivid and fluid during rapid action. Samsung AI Wash, found in selected washing machines, won Best Kitchen AI Feature by using sensors to weigh loads and adjust water, detergent, and cycle settings.
Meta Hands-free AI was recognised with the Best Connected Home and Wearables AI Feature award. Integrated into Meta's AI glasses, it allows users to control calls and messages across various platforms using voice commands. Other winners included Asus Zenbook Duo Dual 14" 3K OLED Touchscreens for Best Computing Feature, LG RGB Primary Colour Pro for Best Entertainment Feature, Ninja Creamify for Best Kitchen Feature, Sonos Multi-room Audio for Best Connected Home and Wearables Feature, and the NEFF Slide&Hide Retractable Oven Door for the Accessibility Award.
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+What did the Samsung Galaxy S26 Privacy Display win?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Privacy Display won two awards at the Currys Tech of the Year Awards 2026: Best Mobile Feature and the overall Feature of the Year. This technology enhances screen privacy by limiting side-angle visibility.
+Which Google Pixel feature was recognised?
Google Pixel Voice Translate won both Best Mobile AI Feature and AI Feature of the Year. It provides real-time voice translation in selected languages, mimicking the user's natural voice and tone.
+What award did Microsoft Copilot+ PC receive?
Microsoft Copilot+ PC was awarded the Best Computing AI Feature. These PCs are equipped with dedicated hardware to run AI features directly, including Windows Studio Effects and Live Captions with translation.
+What other technologies were awarded?
Other winners included Samsung AI Motion Enhancement Pro (Best Entertainment AI Feature), Samsung AI Wash (Best Kitchen AI Feature), and Meta Hands-free AI (Best Connected Home and Wearables AI Feature).
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