Apple Pencil updated with touch sensors and wireless charging

The Apple Pencil just got a significant upgrade. And yes, it pairs quite nicely with the new 10.5-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro.

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For starters, the Apple Pencil now has a fully enclosed design. Unlike the first generation accessory, there is no top cap that, when removed, reveals a Lighting connector. It will attach magnetically to the iPad Pro, where it will charge wirelessly. 

It also makes sense to remove the Lightning connector since the new iPads use USB-C.

Apple has built touch sensors into the sides of the Apple Pencil, which allows for new UX controls. For instance, double tapping near the tip can trigger an event in an app or open your preferred note-taking app. Read more...

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