A major shift might be on the horizon for Samsung’s flagship Ultra line. According to recent leaks, the Galaxy S27 Ultra could ditch the built-in S Pen, marking a dramatic departure from a legacy inherited from the iconic Note series.
Insiders claim that Samsung is considering removing the S Pen slot to free up internal space. This could pave the way for a larger battery or an improved cooling system. However, instead of completely abandoning the stylus, the company may follow the Galaxy S21 Ultra model, offering the S Pen as an optional external accessory.
This change has been foreshadowed by recent trends. The Galaxy S25 Ultra launched without support for advanced Bluetooth-enabled Air Actions, and rumors suggest that the foldable Galaxy Z Fold7 will also limit stylus compatibility. All signs point toward Samsung repositioning the S Pen as a tablet-centric tool rather than a smartphone staple.
While the Galaxy S26 Ultra is still expected to feature an integrated S Pen, the S27 Ultra might be the end of the line. For some users, this could translate into practical benefits like better battery life or a slimmer design. Yet for long-time fans of the Note lineage, it represents the end of an era.