Overview
- Xiaomi confirmed on Monday that the Xiaomi 18 Pro will include a Smart Privacy Display that uses a 1:1 pattern of standard and baffled pixels to block side viewing.
- The panel uses a full RGB subpixel layout with roughly 9.5 million subpixels, which Xiaomi says preserves front-on clarity when privacy mode is active.
- Privacy mode can be turned on by Quick Settings, the AI key, voice, location rules, app/page settings, or front-camera shoulder-surfer detection and can apply to specific apps or notifications.
- Leakers and analysts note Samsung’s four-way baffle still blocks more viewing angles but can cause off-axis brightness loss, reduced clarity, and eye-strain for some users, illustrating a trade-off between stronger blocking and comfort.
- The Xiaomi 18 Pro launches on September 23, and reviewers will need hands-on tests to verify real-world privacy, brightness, clarity, and comfort compared with Samsung and HUAWEI panels.