The S Pen, introduced in 2011 as a passive stylus for the Galaxy Note, evolved with the Galaxy Note9 in 2018 to include Bluetooth capabilities, allowing it to control various functions remotely. However, given that most users have not utilized these features, Samsung has decided to remove the remote control functionality for the Galaxy S25 Ultra, reverting to the original design. Users can still perform similar tasks through devices like Galaxy Watches or by using alternative gestures, indicating a shift in how the S Pen's functions are perceived and utilized.
Samsung removed the remote control functionality from the Galaxy S25 Ultra S Pen, marking a regression to pre-2018 features due to low user engagement.
The S Pen originally debuted in 2011, evolving over the years with features like Bluetooth remote control, but is now stripped back to its basic functions.
Most users weren’t taking advantage of the remote capabilities, leading Samsung to remove it from the new Galaxy S25 Ultra, despite its innovative potential.
Current alternatives like the Galaxy Watch and palm gestures have rendered the former remote functions of the S Pen less vital, prompting Samsung's decision.
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