8 Things to Know About the New Apple Pencil

[MacRumors]

Apple this week announced a new lower-cost Apple Pencil compatible with all iPad models equipped with a USB-C port. It launches in early November and will be sold alongside the original Apple Pencil and the second-generation Apple Pencil.

Key Facts About the New Apple Pencil

1. It has a similar design as the Apple Pencil 2, but with a USB-C port hidden under a sliding cap for charging and pairing over a USB-C cable.
2. It is compatible with all iPad models equipped with a USB-C port.
3. It attaches magnetically to compatible iPads, including the tenth-generation iPad, but it does not support wireless charging or wireless pairing.
4. Unlike the Apple Pencil 2, the new model lacks pressure sensitivity on an iPad screen, a double-tap gesture for switching between drawing tools, and the option for personal engraving at the time of purchase.
5. It supports the Apple Pencil hover feature when used with the latest iPad Pro models, released in October 2022.
6. It weighs roughly the same as the Apple Pencil 2, but it is around 7% shorter.
7. In the U.S., it costs $79 for the general public and $69 for students. This is cheaper than the first two generations of the Apple Pencil, which remain available for $99 and $129, respectively.
8. It launches in early November. Apple has not provided a specific release date.

Apple Pencil Comparison Chart

More Information

• New Apple Pencil Announced With Hidden USB-C Port and More for $79
• Apple Pencil Buyer's Guide: Which Model Should You Choose?
• Everything You Need to Know About the Apple Pencil

Article Link: 8 Things to Know About the New Apple Pencil

 

[Havalo]

You forgot number 9!

9: Will cost an arm and a leg…

 

[antiprotest]

It attaches magnetically to compatible iPads, including the tenth-generation iPad, but it does not support wireless charging or wireless pairing.

My guess is that many people will not be aware of this when they buy it. But I suppose they can return it if that's a problem.

 

[StudioMacs]

You forgot number 9!

9: Will cost an arm and a leg…

At $69-$79, your arms and legs must be cheaper than most…

 

[iamgalt]

You forgot number 9!

9: Will cost an arm and a leg…

It's the cheapest apple pencil available, and not that expensive.

 

[anthogag]

#9 It sucks

This new Pencil is for people with attached iPad keyboards; used occasionally and you can tell people you have a Pencil.

Apple is surely working on a Pencil 2 replacement for the Pros.

 

[mystery hill]

10. Unlike the Apple Pencil 1st gen, the new model lacks pressure sensitivity.

 

[erikkfi]

For what this does I think it's objectively a poor value. While you can't, to my knowledge, get knockoffs of the full-featured second-generation Pencil with magnetic charging, you can get magnetic styluses for $25 that are functionally equivalent to this one, but with much better battery life per charge.

 

[icymountain]

How to turn your product line into a mess, lesson 101.

 

[Wildkraut]

11. It’s inferior crap, do not buy.

 

[citysnaps]

MR makes a nice chart showing the differences and some people here are not even able to take the time to read it.

 

[Mr. Dee]

1. Unnecessary
2. Confusing
3. Vista edition of the Apple Pencil
4. Whats the point really? No pun
5. Really, another one?
6. Its a pencil for G** sakes!
7. If this what you call innovation, I'm concerned.
8. Back to the drawing board please.

 

[klasma]

9. It’s too expensive for what it is, though that goes for a lot of Apple accessories.

 

[citysnaps]

Apple could price this Pencil at $2.99 and there would still be epic whines here. From people that don't even have a use for it. Or know what to do with it.

 

[AppleWarMachine]

I'll keep my Apple Pencil 2, I don't need USB-C, as it charges on my iPad!

 

[AlinomyTomy]

Is it true Jon Stewart got fired because he was about to do an ep about what an insanely lousy value this stylus is?

 

[Fuzzball84]

Its probably a great stylus for the iPad if you're not an artist (and don't forget the Logitech Crayon too)... but they really need to clean up the Apple Pencil product lineup.

 

[Skyscraperfan]

 

[WWPD]

It doesn't require a pencil sharpener. Using one will void the warranty.

 

[Doomtomb]

Alright so this is just inferior to the Pencil 2 but loses 1 feature and gains 2 features over the Pencil 1 and requires a USB-C cable to charge it. Right, got it.

 

[citysnaps]

but they really need to clean up the Apple Pencil product lineup.

Why does Apple need to do that?

Because offering feature choices at different price points is bad?

Or...because you believe Apple customers are stupid and not capable of making a good decision?

Or...because Steve wouldn't have done that 30+ years ago?

Or...because you believe Apple is already on shaky ground business-wise and a new Pencil will do them in?

Or...because it just feels good taking a swing at Apple and hoping they'll consider your guidance?

 

[CWallace]

My guess is this is designed as a competitor to the Logitech Crayon (USB-C) which also has an MSRP of $69.99.

 

[citysnaps]

Alright so this is just inferior to the Pencil 2 but loses 1 feature and gains 2 features over the Pencil 1 and requires a USB-C cable to charge it. Right, got it.

And gives customers a 20% savings in cost. A nice discount.

 

[Fuzzball84]

Why does Apple need to do that?

Because offering choices at different price points is bad?

Or...because you believe Apple customers are stupid and not capable of making a good decision?

Or...because Steve wouldn't have done that 30+ years ago?

Or...because you believe Apple is already on shaky ground business-wise and a new Pencil will do them in?

Or...because it just feels good taking a swing at Apple and hoping they'll consider your guidance?

Relax... its a rumour and discussion site...

 

[Zc456]

Relax... its a rumour and discussion site...

Okay. What was so confusing about two models?