Apple pens

Overview

Apple has several Apple Pencil models. These models differ by the features they support, and only certain iPads are compatible with certain Apple Pencil models. If you're looking to use an Apple Pencil with an iPad, check compatibility and the feature set before you buy anything.

See my Apple Pencil notes for practical information about using them.

Models

Model	Year	Notes
Apple Pencil GEN1	2015	iFixit - Apple Pencil (1st Generation) Tip Replacement
Apple Pencil GEN2	2018	Teoh on Tech - Latency Test: S-Pen 2020 vs Apple Pencil 2 2020-09-09 iFixit - Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) Tips Replacement
Apple Pencil USB-C	2023	Teoh on Tech - Apple Pencil USB-C: Writing and drawing artist review 2023-11-03
Apple Pencil Pro	2024	iFixit - iPad Pro 13" Teardown and Apple Pencil Pro Destruction 2024-05-18 Adam Duff - M4 iPad Pro & Apple Pencil Pro - PRO ARTIST Review (First Impressions) 2024-05-20 Tim Mcburnie - Apple Pencil Pro... Pro Artist Review: A Tech-Bump Hellscape 2024-05-31