Samsung’s S Pen Slot May Vanish on Future Ultra Phones

The Galaxy S25 Ultra’s stripped-down S Pen has sparked questions about the stylus’s future. Now, a rumor suggests the S27 Ultra might eliminate the built-in slot entirely, potentially changing how users interact with their premium smartphones.

Stylus’s Diminishing Role

Recent reports suggest the Galaxy S25 Ultra may no longer have Bluetooth features. This strategic move fuels speculation that the S Pen’s significance could lessen. The device’s features are potentially changing, which is making users ask questions.

S27 Ultra: The End of an Era?

A recent prediction by a leaker on X, citing sources in China, indicates that Samsung might remove the S Pen slot from the Galaxy S27 Ultra. This design shift could mirror how the S Pen is handled in the foldable phones.

S27 Ultra built-in S Pen? 🤔

I don't know if this is reliable, but a leaker with a solid track record in China says that Samsung will remove the built-in S Pen starting with the S27 Ultra.

Will it be a good decision? I don't know. But that's what the leaker said…https://t.co/zKzQ4q2K4o pic.twitter.com/F0i1aXy9w0

— Jukan (@Jukanlosreve) December 17, 2023

Foldable Phone Precedent

The Galaxy Z Fold series does not feature an S Pen slot. Users must purchase the stylus separately and store it in a case. If Samsung embraces this approach for the S27 Ultra, the S Pen could become an optional accessory.

Slimming Down

The firm is increasingly prioritizing device slimness, as evidenced by the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7. It is suggested that they are removing the S Pen’s digitizer and using a different approach to input on the display.

With smartphones getting increasingly thinner, the trend towards removing features like the S Pen slot may continue. For example, tablet sales have decreased by 19% year-over-year in the first quarter of 2024 (Statista 2024), indicating a possible shift in consumer preferences for mobile devices.

Future Uncertainties

The future for the S Pen remains unclear. This design shift might indicate a larger move away from stylus integration in the flagship phones. The exact details of these potential changes remain uncertain.