Kathrine Frich
Samsung’s once-beloved S Pen may be nearing retirement.
Samsung’s once-beloved S Pen may be nearing retirement.
A Defining Feature
What began as a defining feature of the Galaxy Note series could soon vanish from its flagship lineup entirely.
A new leak surrounding the Galaxy S27 Ultra hints that a major design change is on the horizon, and it might just signal the end of an era.
From Game-Changer to Afterthought
Once the hallmark of the Galaxy Note series, the S Pen transformed the way users interacted with their phones.
It wasn’t just a stylus, it was a precision tool, offering note-taking, sketching, and productivity features that few other devices matched.
A Fragile Transition
When Samsung axed the Galaxy Note line, fans were promised the S Pen would live on. The Galaxy S Ultra series inherited the stylus, and with it, the expectations.
But cracks began to show, starting with the Galaxy S25 Ultra’s quiet removal of Bluetooth features from the pen.
Galaxy S27 Ultra May Drop the S Pen Slot
According to a well-regarded Chinese leaker, the Galaxy S27 Ultra will not include a built-in slot for the S Pen.
If true, this would be the first time in years that Samsung’s top-tier flagship lacks native storage for the stylus, raising serious doubts about its future.
A Strategy Shift or a Slow Goodbye?
Samsung may adopt the approach used for its foldables: support the stylus, but sell it separately.
While convenient for some, it’s a significant step back for users who’ve relied on the always-available S Pen housed in their device.
Thinner Phones, Fewer Features
Why ditch the slot? The answer may lie in design goals. Samsung is reportedly prioritizing thinner, sleeker devices.
The upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7 is said to have lost its S Pen digitizer entirely, a move aimed at reducing bulk and following in Apple’s footsteps.
Will the S Pen Survive Without a Home?
Without a built-in compartment, the S Pen risks becoming an accessory few will bother to carry.
Even if supported, its absence from the physical device could push it closer to obscurity, especially if newer phones follow suit.
The Foldable Factor: Slimmer, Stylus-Free Future
Some reports suggest even Samsung’s foldables may drop S Pen support entirely.
The rumored Galaxy Z Fold 7 Special Edition might go without stylus capabilities, indicating a broader move away from the once-hyped feature.
