Samsung Ditches S Pen for Slimmer Foldables
Galaxy Z Fold7’s 4.2mm Thickness Achieved Through Stylus Removal
Samsung is prioritizing a wafer-thin design for its next-generation foldable, the Galaxy Z Fold7, making a significant sacrifice: the beloved S Pen. This move aims to shave off crucial millimeters, though the company is exploring future S Pen integration.
A Bold Design Decision
The decision to eliminate S Pen functionality from the Galaxy Z Fold7 was a direct trade-off for achieving an unprecedented 4.2mm thickness when unfolded, according to **Kang Min-seok**. Reports suggest the S Pen’s digitizer alone can add as much as 0.6mm to a device’s profile. For comparison, Honor has managed to incorporate stylus support on both displays of its Magic V5.
Future S Pen Possibilities
**Kang Min-seok** further revealed that Samsung is actively engaged in research and development to create “thinner and innovative” S Pen technologies. The executive emphasized that the company will revisit S Pen support for future devices if the underlying hardware can be refined and if consumer demand persists.
The foldable phone market is fiercely competitive, with manufacturers constantly pushing boundaries in design and features. For instance, the latest foldable market report indicates a significant year-over-year growth, highlighting the demand for innovation in this sector (Statista 2024).
