Key Highlights
- Affordable Apple Pencil with USB-C Port
- Magnetic Attachment to Modern iPads
- Student Discount Available in India
Apple has unveiled a new budget-friendly Apple Pencil (2023), designed as a more cost-effective option when compared to the second-generation Apple Pencil model. Let’s take a closer look at what this stylus has to offer.
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Apple Pencil (2023): Design And Compatibility
The Apple Pencil (2023) has a sleek matte finish, and it comes with a unique flat edge. This flat edge serves a practical purpose – it allows the pencil to magnetically attach to the side of compatible iPads. These iPads include the 10th-generation iPad released last year, the iPad Pro, iPad Air, and the iPad mini. All these devices have one thing in common: a USB Type-C port, which is what the new Apple Pencil (2023) uses to connect. However, it won’t work with older iPads.
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Apple Pencil (2023): Features And Limitations
One thing to note is that the Apple Pencil (2023) doesn’t support wireless charging, unlike the Apple Pencil (2nd generation). This means you’ll have to use a cable to charge it. Also, a few advanced features found in the more expensive model, such as pressure sensitivity and tool-switching by double-tapping, are not present in the 2023 version.
While the Apple Pencil (2023) may not magnetically attach to the 10th-generation iPad due to the camera placement on the right side, it is still fully compatible and functional with the device. Additionally, it doesn’t offer free engraving, a feature available with the more expensive model.
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Apple Pencil (2023): Pricing And Availability
The Apple Pencil (2023) is priced at Rs. 7,990 in India. However, students get a special deal, with the option to buy it for Rs. 6,990. The stylus will be available for purchase starting early November.
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