Latest Apple Pencil News

Apple investigating hide-able, attachable Apple Pencil storage loops

Apple is continuing to work on solving the problem of storing the Apple Pencil when it isn't required by the user, with a patent application published on Tuesday revealing designs for Pencil loops incorporated into iPad Pro cases and covers, keeping the stylus close at hand.

Malcolm Owen 9 years ago 9

Five of the best apps for getting started with creating art on the iPad

The iPad is an excellent artist's tool, but before you jump into an iPad Pro with Apple Pencil, AppleInsider has five suggestions for apps to try that don't need either to be sure that you want to make the jump from paper to digital.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 7

Rumor: Apple Pencil 2 coming this spring with magnets to attach to iPad, plus pocket clip

Alongside new iPad Pro models, Apple is also rumored to be working on a second-generation Apple Pencil, one that could potentially solve where to put the input device when it's not being held in your hand.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 65

New Yorker magazine 'Waterways' cover illustrated on iPad Pro, with Apple Pencil

The most recent cover of New Yorker was created on a 12.9-inch iPad Pro with the Apple Pencil for the first time by the publication, and the magazine has published a video briefly illustrating the process.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 8

Hands on: Duet Display for iPad brings Touch Bar, Apple Pencil to your extended Mac desktop

Accelerated multiple-monitor tool Duet Display now brings the MacBook Pro's Touch Bar to an extended screen using an iPad, and optional full Apple Pencil support in macOS. AppleInsider shows you what's been updated in the new version.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 28

Too soon? Apple's new iPhone 7 ruffles feathers with Lightning audio, Home button changes

Hands on, real world use of Apple's latest iPhone 7 models provides overwhelming evidence that the company has a clear vision for the future and is marching toward it without much regard for the opinions of its detractors. This "courage of conviction" backs a series of rather radical and somewhat controversial iPhone 7 changes for Apple—already well known for breaking with the past.

Daniel Eran Dilger 9 years ago 125

Rediscovered Tim Cook interview may hint at Apple Pencil support in 'iPhone 7'

Apple CEO Tim Cook may have accidentally teased Apple Pencil support for the "iPhone 7" in an interview in May, according to a recent blog post.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 23

Apple wins patent on tech hinting at Apple Pencil use for Mac

Apple on Tuesday won the U.S. patent rights to a stylus concept that could pave the way for using an Apple Pencil with Macs, whether on Force Touch trackpads or otherwise.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 9

Review: Moxiware Apple Pencil Magnet is simple, affordable and functional

Though the Apple Pencil is expertly designed to not roll away on a table, there's still not an ideal place to put it when it's not in use, especially when being used on your lap or while standing. Moxiware's new Apple Pencil Magnet aims to fix that with a simple and affordable accessory, though its aesthetics may not be for everyone.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 35

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