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Galaxy S27 Ultra: could be the first model in the S Ultra series to ditch the traditional dedicated slot for the S Pen

Samsung may be about to profoundly change the identity of its most advanced smartphones. According to recent information, the Galaxy S27 Ultra, expected for 2027, could be the first model in the S Ultra series to ditch the traditional dedicated slot for the S Pen, marking a significant change in the brand's approach to its iconic accessory.

The S Pen was, for years, the differentiator of the Galaxy Note line, winning over users who value productivity and creativity on the go. With the end of the Note line, Samsung integrated the S Pen into the Ultra models of the S series, maintaining the dedicated slot as a tribute to the Note legacy and offering a complete experience for those looking for a smartphone with advanced writing and drawing features.

However, the trajectory of the S Pen has been undergoing changes. Recently, Samsung removed Bluetooth capabilities from the S Pen in the Galaxy S25 Ultra, a decision that was not well received by many fans of the brand. This trend raises doubts about the future of the accessory in high-end devices, especially now that rumors suggest that the integrated slot will be completely eliminated from the Galaxy S27 Ultra.

The market trend points to increasingly thinner smartphones, a requirement that implies sacrificing some features to achieve more elegant designs. The absence of a dedicated slot for the S Pen could be justified precisely by this relentless search for reducing the thickness of devices. Examples such as the Galaxy Z Fold, which supports the S Pen without a dedicated space for the accessory, show that Samsung is already exploring alternatives, selling the S Pen separately and providing specific covers for its transport.

If the brand moves forward with this strategy in the Galaxy S27 Ultra, users who wish to continue using the S Pen will have to resort to external solutions, as is currently the case with other models of the brand.

Rumors and uncertainties about the future of the S Pen...Despite the rumors, it is still too early to say with absolute certainty that the Galaxy S27 Ultra will no longer include the slot for the S Pen. However, information from sources with a reliable track record reinforces the possibility of a paradigm shift. Samsung's decision may depend on public acceptance and actual demand for the integrated S Pen, and the brand appears willing to adapt to market trends and user preferences.

If confirmed, this change could mark the end of an era for the S Pen as a central element of Ultra models, paving the way for thinner devices with new design and functionality priorities.

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