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Apple Pencil (1st generation) Specifications

Complete Apple Pencil (1st generation) technical specifications · Released 2015 · model numbers, colors, storage, dimensions and hardware details.

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Display
6.92″
Chip
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Storage / Colors
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Weight / OS
20.7 g

Apple Pencil (1st generation) technical specifications

This page contains complete technical specifications for Apple Pencil (1st generation), including display, chip, storage, colors, model numbers, dimensions, weight, operating system, connectivity, battery information and other hardware details.

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iCompatibility

  • iPad Models
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st generation)
  • iPad Pro 10.5-inch
  • iPad Pro 9.7-inch
  • iPad Air (3rd generation)
  • iPad (A16)
  • iPad (10th generation)
  • iPad (9th generation)
  • iPad (8th generation)
  • iPad (7th generation)
  • iPad (6th generation)
  • iPad mini (5th generation)

⌁Connections

  • Bluetooth
  • Lightning connector

iDimensions

  • Length: 6.92 inches (175.7 mm) measured from tip to cap
  • Diameter: 0.35 inch (8.9 mm)
  • Weight: 0.73 ounce (20.7 grams)

iOther Features

  • Magnetically attached cap

iOverview

  • Apple Pencil expands the versatility of iPad and opens up new creative possibilities. It’s sensitive to pressure and tilt so you can easily vary line weight, create subtle shading, and produce a wide range of artistic effects — all with pixel-perfect precision, so it’s as natural to use as a pencil.
  • Apple Pencil (1st generation) pairs and charges via Lightning.

iWhat’s in the Box

  • Apple Pencil (1st generation)
  • Lightning adapter
  • Extra tip
  • USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter (required to pair and charge with iPad (A16) and iPad (10th generation)

Apple Pencil (1st generation) FAQ

What year was Apple Pencil (1st generation) released?

Apple Pencil (1st generation) was released in 2015.