Support for the S Pen might make a comeback in a book-style Samsung foldable, but there's a catch.

Support for the S Pen might make a comeback in a book-style Samsung foldable, but there's a catch.

      Samsung is reportedly redesigning its foldable displays to reintroduce S Pen support, indicating a focus on productivity for its Galaxy Fold devices, albeit with some compromises.

      Samsung had eliminated S Pen support on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 to achieve a thinner profile compared to its predecessor, which did support the stylus. This resulted in the Fold 7 being one of the lightest and thinnest foldables on the market.

      It seems Samsung is planning to reintroduce S Pen support in one of its forthcoming foldable models to better compete with Apple’s expected book-style foldable, rumored to be named the iPhone Fold. According to a post on the Korean blog Naver, Samsung is testing S Pen functionality on upcoming variants of the Galaxy Z Fold 8.

      Adding S Pen compatibility may increase the thickness of Samsung’s foldable device. Reportedly, Samsung removed the digitizer layer from the Fold 7 to eliminate stylus input recognition, which helped achieve the device's sleek design.

      To add S Pen support again, Samsung would likely need to incorporate a reinforced digitizer or a new pressure-tolerant layer beneath the top display layer. This additional layer, even if only a few millimeters thick, would lead to a thicker Galaxy Z Fold model in the future.

      According to the translated blog page, Samsung is also exploring new display materials that could facilitate S Pen support without increasing the overall thickness of the device. After years of research and development, Samsung was able to produce a sleek foldable that has impressed both critics and everyday users.

      Given that foldables provide ample screen space, it’s logical for Samsung to bring back the popular S Pen. The timing of this information suggests Samsung aims to leverage the S Pen as a selling point in the competition against Apple’s first foldable iPhone.

      I have been comparing Samsung and Apple for some time now, and the integrated S Pen on Galaxy S Ultra models consistently outperforms the Pro Max models since Apple's iPhones do not come with a stylus. Including a stylus with a large-screen phone is not only practical but also serves as an attractive incentive for customers to choose a Samsung device.

      Recently, rumors emerged about Samsung developing a new book-style foldable with a broader form factor to rival Apple's iPhone Fold. This new foldable could feature S Pen support instead of the Galaxy Z Fold 8.

      This strategy would allow the wider foldable to compete directly with the iPhone Fold while preserving the thinner, more premium nature of the larger Galaxy Z Fold.

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      You can now purchase the OnePlus 15 in the US and receive free earbuds if you act swiftly. OnePlus is also offering discounts of up to 50% on accessories and a 5% student discount.

      If you're looking for a flagship phone and considering OnePlus' latest release, you'll be pleased to know that the OnePlus 15 is finally available for purchase in the US. It was first unveiled in China in October and arrived internationally over a month ago but faced a regulatory delay that kept it off US store shelves.

      Early last month, OnePlus announced that it couldn't obtain the necessary device certifications for the OnePlus 15 in time for its international launch, citing government shutdown-related delays. Subsequently, the company worked swiftly to complete all required documentation and received FCC approval by the end of the previous month.

      Recent leaks suggest that Oppo and Vivo are intense competitors in the smartphone camera space, reportedly planning to unveil dual 200MP camera systems by 2026, with neither Samsung nor Apple leading the way.

      After demonstrating its camera capabilities with the recently launched Find X9 Pro, Oppo is reportedly set to elevate its game with the anticipated Find X9 Ultra. According to a recent leak, this upcoming model may be equipped with dual 200MP cameras, where the main 200MP camera is expected to outperform conventional one-inch sensors in low-light conditions, and the 200MP periscope zoom camera potentially delivers higher-resolution telephoto images.

      In another development, Best Buy is offering a deal on the unlocked Pixel 10 Pro Fold, making the foldable device seem more financially accessible. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold with 256GB of storage is currently priced at $1,399, which represents a $400 discount from the typical price of $1,799.

      If you've been curious about foldables but hesitant at the price point, this offer might change your perspective. With this deal, you can own a true flagship foldable with high-quality cameras and Google's latest software for significantly less than the original launch price.

Support for the S Pen might make a comeback in a book-style Samsung foldable, but there's a catch. Support for the S Pen might make a comeback in a book-style Samsung foldable, but there's a catch. Support for the S Pen might make a comeback in a book-style Samsung foldable, but there's a catch. Support for the S Pen might make a comeback in a book-style Samsung foldable, but there's a catch. Support for the S Pen might make a comeback in a book-style Samsung foldable, but there's a catch. Support for the S Pen might make a comeback in a book-style Samsung foldable, but there's a catch. Support for the S Pen might make a comeback in a book-style Samsung foldable, but there's a catch.

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Support for the S Pen might make a comeback in a book-style Samsung foldable, but there's a catch.

Samsung is said to be developing larger foldable phones that will once again accommodate the S Pen, indicating a careful reintroduction of stylus functionality into Galaxy Fold devices.