Table of ContentsTable of ContentsWhat has changedWhat hasnt changedCan you use the S24 Ultras S Pen with the S25 Ultra?What about an S Pen replacement?The recently revealed Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will undoubtedly become one of the years best smartphones. And yet, the companys new flagship has at least one inferior feature compared to its predecessor, the Galaxy S24 Ultra, its S Pen. And that inferiority doesnt mean youll save money if and when you need to purchase an S Pen replacement.The most significant difference between the S Pen for the Galaxy S24 Ultra and the Galaxy S25 Ultra is the removal of Bluetooth functionality in the S25 Ultras S Pen. As a result, features like Air Actions and remote shutter capabilities are no longer available on the newer model.Recommended VideosDuring the announcement of the Galaxy S25 lineup, Samsung noted that these Bluetooth features were not widely utilized. By eliminating them, the company was able to make the S Pen lighter and eliminate the need for charging.SamsungDespite the absence of Bluetooth, the S Pen for the Galaxy S25 Ultra still maintains its core functionalities. You can continue to use it for note-taking, sketching, and precise control on the screen. Additionally, the Air Command menu is still available, allowing for quick image and information searches using the Circle to Search feature.Please enable Javascript to view this contentYes, the S Pen from the S24 Ultra is compatible with the S25 Ultra for basic writing and drawing tasks. However, you will not be able to use the Bluetooth features (like Air Actions) since the S25 Ultra does not support them.As noted by Android Authority, this years S Pen, like its predecessor, is priced at $49.99 if purchased separately, despite offering fewer features.While some users may miss the Bluetooth functionalities, this change is unlikely to impact the overall experience for most people. Our Galaxy S25 Ultra reviewer noted that no longer being able to use the S Pen as a remote shutter release is unfortunate. However, they also said they didnt use it daily anyway, so theres that. Regardless, the S25 Ultras S Pen still provides a precise and responsive writing experience for everyday tasks.The Galaxy S25 Ultra, just like the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Plus, arrives in stores this Friday, February 7, with preorders available now.Editors Recommendations