Samsung‘s Galaxy S24 Ultra offers all the latest features you’d expect from a 2024 smartphone. However, it’s gaining attention for an unusual issue: the S Pen stylus has an unpleasant burnt plastic smell.
The discussion around this unexpected quirk began on Reddit, where user LatifYil noted in a post that the S Pen on their Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra “absolutely reeks.” Comments quickly poured in, with many confirming the issue.
Some comments added a touch of humor to the discussion, with one user amusingly stating, “Can confirm it’s a stinky boi.” Others described the smell as akin to “burnt plastic,” with a few even likening it to the distinct odor of a “cybertruck.”
Some users suggested that the smell on the S-Pen could be due to potential chemical coatings. However, Samsung’s EU community forum moderator provided a more mundane explanation.
Apparently, the S Pen’s close proximity to internal components causes it to heat up while stored. This, in turn, results in a “hot plastic” smell, similar to a car that’s been in the sun, says the moderator.
Interestingly, this odor isn’t limited to the S24 Ultra model. Previous generations like the Galaxy S23 Ultra and S22 Ultra also exhibit this trait, as reported by 9to5Google.
Curious about the issue, I checked my own Galaxy S22 Ultra and yes there was a faint odor in the S Pen. However, it wasn’t as strong as described.
Surprisingly, 9to5Google’s report highlighted that the older Note S20 Ultra stylus was odorless. It could be due to its glossy finish compared to the rubberized coating of newer models.
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