What if they’re different generations

What if the Apple Pencil is different generation then the other device

iPad Air 2, iPadOS 13

Posted on Jul 18, 2023 10:19 PM

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Posted on Jul 19, 2023 8:25 AM

Each of the (currently) two generations Apple Pencils are specific to certain iPad models. Unfortunately, if you have a 2nd gen. iPad Air, neither Apple Pencil would work. You would need, at least, a 3rd gen. iPad Air to use the 1st gen Apple Pencil.


Ref: Apple Pencil compatibility - Apple Support

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