Samsung Says Galaxy S25 Ultra Supports Air Actions with Bluetooth S Pen (Update: Nope!)

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Update: 1:38 PM EST on 1/27/25: In what feels like the final chapter in this saga, Samsung has confirmed that the blog post on their website was erroneous in stating that a Bluetooth S Pen exists for the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Samsung provided a statement to Android Authority, claiming the page will soon be modified and that there are no Air Actions for the S25 Ultra regardless of the S Pen used. Big bummer for sure! Our original piece follows below for context. 

At Unpacked, Samsung pulled the wraps off the Galaxy S25 trio, and pre-orders are now open. However, one change that initially annoyed Galaxy S25 Ultra buyers was the removal of Bluetooth functionality in the S Pen. According to Samsung, the decision was based on claims that most users didn’t take advantage of the Bluetooth features.

But the overwhelming response on platforms like Reddit and X tells a different story. In response to this feedback, Samsung has quietly listed a Bluetooth-enabled S Pen with Air Actions (h/t Amir), available for purchase separately. For those who value these productivity features, there’s still a way to enjoy the full S Pen experience with the Galaxy S25 Ultra. And no, you can’t use the Galaxy S24 Ultra’s S Pen on the Galaxy S25 Ultra for these features, which Michael Fisher helpfully explains.

Bluetooth-enabled S Pen for Galaxy S25 Ultra isn’t dead yet

For those unaware, the Bluetooth S Pen acts as a remote control within select apps, enhancing functionality and streamlining workflows. Users can access the Air Actions menu by pressing the side button on the S Pen, which reveals all available gestures. These include remote commands for taking selfies, starting or stopping videos, and more. With Galaxy S25 Ultra announcing the removal with S Pen which comes along, it indeed felt like a sad story. Hopefully, there’s still a way some loyal Samsung fans can enjoy.

Credit: Samsung Insights

When Samsung announced the Galaxy S25 Ultra without a Bluetooth-enabled S Pen, many fans were disappointed. But now, with this accessory available, loyal Samsung users can still enjoy these useful features.

Many argued that removing Bluetooth was either profit-driven or an unnecessary attempt to make the device lighter. Samsung’s response appears to have been swift. By offering the S Pen with Air Actions as a separate accessory, the company has ensured that the Ultra meets the expectations of loyal Note and Ultra fans.

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Abhinav Anand

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