Can the 2nd generation pencil go to the iPad 8th generation

Can 2nd generation pen work on iPad 8th generation

iPad, iPadOS 14

Posted on Nov 16, 2020 10:53 AM

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Posted on Nov 16, 2020 10:55 AM

No.


The 8th generation iPad works with the First generation Apple Pencil.

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Nov 16, 2020 10:56 AM in response to ClaraGause

No - the second generation Apple Pencil is not compatible with iPad8.


All models of iPad with a Lightning Port, that support Apple Pencil, require a first generation Pencil.


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: 

  • iPad Air (4th generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation) and later
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation) and later


Apple Pencil (1st generation)

You can use Apple Pencil (1st generation) with these iPad models:

  • iPad (8th generation)
  • iPad mini (5th generation)
  • iPad (7th generation)
  • iPad (6th generation)
  • iPad Air (3rd generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st or 2nd generation)
  • iPad Pro 10.5-inch
  • iPad Pro 9.7-inch


Not sure which iPad you have? Identify your iPad model.

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