On the new iPad Pro 12.9 it shows the Pencil 2 charging and pairing magnetically on the side of the iPad. Will the smart cover need to be removed to charge or pair the pencil?
I might be confused as to where the pencil would attach and charge /pair. It's it on the long side or short side of iPad? As I see it if the smart cover is attached there is no place for pencil to attach unless both long sides of iPad is magnetic.
Okay, I just took a better look at the pics on Apple website and it looks like the pencil attaches on the same side of the volume buttons. The smart cover attaches on the other side so there would be no problem
I ordered the keyboard folio and pencil 2. I think they're going to look/function great. The keyboard will FINALLY be getting rid of that stupid ledge in the middle that the first gen models had. I am concerned about two things though:
1. I wonder if sticking the Pencil on the side of the iPad will scratch up the metal in some spots over time. I'm a little nitpicky about stuff like that, and Apple doesn't seem to take wear and tear into consideration with their accessories sometimes. Not sure what the solution would be to prevent this IF it is an issue.
2. I wonder if the keys from the keyboard laying directly on top of the screen when folded up will scratch up the screen over time. The obvious solution here will be to install a tempered glass screen protector, which I already ordered and show as arriving today. I just hate using screen protectors on my iPads. The old ASK didn't have this issue because only microfiber touched the screen. The keys themselves, which are NOT soft, were folded up inside the cover.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H4RCC39/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qY12BbVYXQR9BSorry (off topic) but which screen protector did you order? I took a look on Amazon but didn't see anything from manufacturers I've heard of, so I was a bit wary of ordering. Thanks!
My Ask on my 9.7 never scratched the glass. But the magnets inside the spine wore thru the covering and left scratched marks on the iPad edge.I ordered the keyboard folio and pencil 2. I think they're going to look/function great. The keyboard will FINALLY be getting rid of that stupid ledge in the middle that the first gen models had. I am concerned about two things though:
1. I wonder if sticking the Pencil on the side of the iPad will scratch up the metal in some spots over time. I'm a little nitpicky about stuff like that, and Apple doesn't seem to take wear and tear into consideration with their accessories sometimes. Not sure what the solution would be to prevent this IF it is an issue.
2. I wonder if the keys from the keyboard laying directly on top of the screen when folded up will scratch up the screen over time. The obvious solution here will be to install a tempered glass screen protector, which I already ordered and show as arriving today. I just hate using screen protectors on my iPads. The old ASK didn't have this issue because only microfiber touched the screen. The keys themselves, which are NOT soft, were folded up inside the cover.
I was referring to when it’s folded though—like with the old ASKs the keys never actually touched the screen when folded up—there was a layer of micro fiber material in between. I’m definitely planning on using a tempered glass screen protector until I can see for myself.My Ask on my 9.7 never scratched the glass. But the magnets inside the spine wore thru the covering and left scratched marks on the iPad edge.