- Which iPads does the Apple Pencil (USB-C) work with?
- It works with iPad models that have a USB-C port and run iPadOS 17.1.1 or later, including recent iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad mini and standard iPad models. Check Apple's compatibility list for your exact model.
- Does it charge magnetically?
- No. It attaches magnetically for storage only. Charging happens through the built-in USB-C connector, which slides out from under the cap.
- Does it support pressure sensitivity?
- Yes on iPads that support it, but the entry-level iPad does not read pressure from this pencil. Tilt and hover work on supported models.
- How is it different from the Apple Pencil Pro?
- The Pro adds squeeze, barrel roll and haptic feedback, plus magnetic charging and pairing. This model keeps the core drawing features but drops those extras.
- Do I need to pair it?
- Yes, it pairs over Bluetooth the first time. After that it reconnects automatically when attached or nearby.
- Where is the Apple Pencil cheapest?
- At ResellDEX, for $10.02, 87% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Apple Pencil?
- 25 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, NFM, Abt Electronics & Appliances, Apple, Best Buy.