Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is rumored to debut without an S-Pen in February 2026. A detachable stylus will be there instead. The new stylus may support Qi2 wireless charging via magnets placed on the sides of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. There are potential causes why Samsung may decide to leave the S-Pen in 2026. Let’s dive in –
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Battery Capacity | More Options to Choose | Cost Effectiveness | Support Across Galaxy Devices
More Battery Capacity
The Galaxy “Ultra” variants showcase big performance numbers; however, their battery capacity has remained consistent at 5,000 mAh since 2020, starting with the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra. A larger battery, resulting in more screen time, should be a good selling point for Samsung. By utilizing the S-Pen slot, Samsung will be able to add a larger battery to the upcoming Galaxy “Ultra.”
More Options to Choose
Back in 2021, Samsung sold the S-Pen separately for the Galaxy S21 Ultra as an optional accessory. This left options for purchasing the Galaxy S21 Ultra with or without the S-Pen. Reports suggest the majority of Galaxy Ultra owners do not use the S-Pen after a few days of purchasing. Therefore, Samsung can offer the same again. And, people will be able to buy only what they need without compromising the flagship unit.
Cost Effectiveness
Speaking of which, people may pick the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Galaxy S26+ if the S-Pen is an optional accessory. This may sound odd, but the statistical data says otherwise.
Back in 2021, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra was priced at $1,079.99 without the S-Pen. People had to pay another $40 or $60 to get the S-Pen and a protective case for the Galaxy S21 Ultra. Worth mentioning that 2 months after its launch, around 270,000 units were sold in South Korea alone.
On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra costs around $1,300. A lot of people choose the Galaxy S25+ instead of the Ultra as they do not prefer the S-Pen and a higher price tag.
Support Across Galaxy Devices
Samsung may be planning to have a stylus that can be used with smartphones (Galaxy S series), tablets (Galaxy Fold series), and laptops (Galaxy Books). This support across Galaxy devices will allow Samsung users to invest in a single stylus only.
Wrapping Up
Samsung may get rid of the S-Pen from its “Ultra” smartphones in 2026. Several leaks and rumors are suggesting the same. This will allow users to consider purchasing a Galaxy “Ultra” in 2026. However, Galaxy Note fans are going to get the “Ultra” with the stylus. Speaking of which, having a stylus for all Samsung devices can be a good move by Samsung. Keep an eye on this article for more updates on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.
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