I recently purchased a new iPad 2021 model: MK2K3LL/A, software version 15.7. I assumed that the Apple Pencil v.2 would work with it, but doesn’t seem to. Can any please confirm if this Pencil 2is NOT compatible before I return it?
TIA
The second generation Apple Pencil is not compatible with iPad9. Here is Apple’s definitive compatibility list for Apple Pencil and iPad:
Apple Pencil compatibility - Apple Support
The first and second generation Pencil use an entirely different pairing and charging interface. They are not interchangeable.
The second generation Pencil can only be used with iPad models that have the magnetic/inductive dock that is exclusively designed for the Pencil. Charging and pairing is controlled via the iPad magnetic dock.
The first generation Apple Pencil uses the physical Lightning port of the Pencil and host iPad for both pairing and charging the first generation Pencil. The first generation Pencil can also be charged using an inline charging adapter and the iPad’s Power Adapter. This pencil can only be used with compatible iPad models that have a Lightning connector; recent models of iPad that feature a USB-C port lack any means by which to pair with a first generation Pencil.
The second generation Apple Pencil is not compatible with iPad9. Here is Apple’s definitive compatibility list for Apple Pencil and iPad:
Apple Pencil compatibility - Apple Support
The first and second generation Pencil use an entirely different pairing and charging interface. They are not interchangeable.
The second generation Pencil can only be used with iPad models that have the magnetic/inductive dock that is exclusively designed for the Pencil. Charging and pairing is controlled via the iPad magnetic dock.
The first generation Apple Pencil uses the physical Lightning port of the Pencil and host iPad for both pairing and charging the first generation Pencil. The first generation Pencil can also be charged using an inline charging adapter and the iPad’s Power Adapter. This pencil can only be used with compatible iPad models that have a Lightning connector; recent models of iPad that feature a USB-C port lack any means by which to pair with a first generation Pencil.
You are very welcome.
If purchased directly from Apple, you have 14-days within which to make an unconditional return for exchange or refund.
Yes, I see that now. Thank you for the prompt reply.
Pencil v.2 Compatibility with 2021 iPad v.9
