S Pen Touch Sensitivity Issues on the S24 Ultra? I Might Know a Possible Fix!

[Clancularius]

Does your S Pen have pressure sensitivity issues when using it on the top-right and/or bottom part of your S24 Ultra's screen?

​Because I do! (And I just bought my S24 Ultra, too.) 😅

​This might not be a big deal to some users, but for avid note-takers and digital artists who enjoy making sketches (like me, though it's just a hobby), this problem must be killing you. 😅

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In this image, I tested my S Pen's on-screen input with minimal pressure applied. The black marks are good, the blue ones were double-checked and passed my sensitivity testing, and the red ones have issues (they required more pressure to work).

​So, what seems to be the problem?

[Clancularius]

Well, not all S24 Ultra users encounter this issue. After some research, I have reached two possible conclusions:

​1.) The S Pen might be faulty.
2.) The problem possibly lies within the phone's model/variant.
》》Users with the SM-S928U (U-Model / US Variant) don't seem to encounter this problem.
》》Meanwhile, users with the SM-S928B (B-Model / International Variant, like mine 😅) are experiencing this issue.

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So, is there a fix?

I can't say I have the perfect solution, but I did manage to find a compromise.

You see, I have a Samsung Tab A with S Pen (from 2015). Since Samsung devices these days can use multiple S Pens, I tried using my Tab A's S Pen with my S24 Ultra, and it works perfectly (weirdly enough, since it's an old model 😆)! The issues were gone, and I can draw and write smoothly with it. So I decided that for minor or on-the-spot note-taking, I'll use the main S Pen, and for drawing, I'll use my Tab A's S Pen.

​With that in mind, here are some possible ways to fix it (I guess):

​1.) If you have an old Samsung device with an S Pen, try using it. It might work wonders, like mine did! 😆
2.) Buy a stylus with Wacom EMR technology, like one from LAMY. I'm planning to buy one in the future, specifically the one with the 0.7mm round nib (which matches my Tab A's S Pen that works so well). However, before buying, try going to a Samsung store and do a subtle test with some of their S Pens on display 😅. If the issue still persists with a different S Pen, then buying a separate stylus might not work.
3.) Replace your S Pen (NOT RECOMMENDED UNLESS IT REALLY NEEDS REPLACEMENT). This is a hit-or-miss solution.
4.) Take it to a Samsung Service Center. 🤸‍♂️
5.) Get used to it. Just apply more pressure in those specific areas while using the S Pen. 😅

​OF COURSE, I MIGHT BE WRONG.... ahaha.... 😅

Don't blindly believe a stranger's advice online; please do your own research.

I'd really appreciate it if you share your insights as well.

Criticisms are welcome, but please be constructive!

[Clancularius]

PLEASE NOTE: This is my personal take on this issue and is not an official statement.


​English is not my first language, so please forgive any grammatical errors.