Latest Apple Pencil News

An Apple Pencil update is coming soon — what you need to know

Beyond the sideways path that the Apple Pencil with USB-C took, the Apple Pencil hasn't seen an upgrade since the second generation launched in 2018. Here's what to expect from the Apple Pencil 3, with new iPads coming up fast.

Wesley Hilliard 2 years ago 11

ESR Stylus Pen review: A worthy Apple Pencil alternative at a fraction of the price

The ESR Stylus Pen hopes to solve the expense issue of the Apple Pencil by offering a more affordable option with almost all the same features as Apple's version.

Nathaniel Pangaro 2 years ago 3

iOS 17.4 beta code reveals new iPad Pro and Apple Pencil capabilities

Code sleuths have discovered files in iOS 17.4 that suggest an iPad Pro will have a landscape Face ID sensor and an Apple Pencil 3 works with Find My.

Wesley Hilliard 2 years ago 3

Apple Pencil (USB-C) review: A new budget option in a temporarily confusing lineup

The newest Apple Pencil with USB-C is a more universal option than what was available before, but depending on your use case, ditching pressure sensitivity may be a cost-saving step too far.

Andrew O'Hara 2 years ago 4

New Apple Pencil (USB-C) is now available at the Apple Store

Apple's lower-cost third Apple Pencil has now gone on sale, giving the range a USB-C charging option.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 2

Apple Pencil lineup is convoluted right now, but won't be for long

Tuesday's Apple Pencil release has generated a lot of unnecessary internet drama about a complicated lineup, but you won't have to wait long for it to simplify greatly.

Mike Wuerthele 2 years ago 11

Ultimate showdown: New Apple Pencil USB-C vs old Apple Pencils

Apple's latest Apple Pencil is the company's cheapest stylus and one offering USB-C support. Here's where it fits into the Apple stylus landscape.

Malcolm Owen 2 years ago 17

Apple debuts third-generation Apple Pencil with USB-C charging

Apple has launched what it calls a "more affordable" Apple Pencil, adding USB-C charging for all modern iPads, but removing one key feature.

Mike Wuerthele 2 years ago 47

Code sleuth discovers reference to Apple Pencil charging via USB-C

Apple could be preparing for an Apple Pencil 3 with USB-C, but it is difficult to determine exactly what a code reference is suggesting in iOS 17.1 beta 2.

Wesley Hilliard 2 years ago 3

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