Using a 1st Generation Apple Pencil with ipad pro 2020
Is there any way I can connect my Apple Pencil to my new iPad Pro with its different connector port?
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Is there any way I can connect my Apple Pencil to my new iPad Pro with its different connector port?
iPad Pro 12.9-inch Wi-Fi
Sorry, no, the first generation Apple Pencil is not compatible with your 2018 iPad Pro.
Here is the full compatibility list for Apple Pencil and iPad:
Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
You can use Apple Pencil (2nd generation) with these iPad models:
Apple Pencil (1st generation)
You can use Apple Pencil (1st generation) with these iPad models:
Not sure which iPad you have? Identify your iPad model.
The 2018/2020 models of iPad Pro use a totally different interface for pairing and charging an Apple Pencil - and second generation Pencil being required.
Sorry, no, the first generation Apple Pencil is not compatible with your 2018 iPad Pro.
Here is the full compatibility list for Apple Pencil and iPad:
Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
You can use Apple Pencil (2nd generation) with these iPad models:
Apple Pencil (1st generation)
You can use Apple Pencil (1st generation) with these iPad models:
Not sure which iPad you have? Identify your iPad model.
The 2018/2020 models of iPad Pro use a totally different interface for pairing and charging an Apple Pencil - and second generation Pencil being required.
Using a 1st Generation Apple Pencil with ipad pro 2020