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Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)

Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)
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alaScore 95

9 reviews

Apr, 2025

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 9 reviews of Apple Pencil (2nd Generation). The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. People are impressed by the usability and reliability. The design and price are also mentioned favorably.

price, design, reliability, usability

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 95/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Christian de Looper (digitaltrends.com)

Apple Pencil 2 review: Everyone’s new iPad sidekick

 

The Apple Pencil is now on its second generation, and offers a number of great features for everyone with updates in iPadOS 14. Here's why you should buy one.

Classy, comfortable design ; Magnetic charging is cool ; Works great with iPadOS 14 ; Useful for more than art now

Expensive ; Not compatible with base iPad

Oct, 2020
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Expert review by : Eric Zeman (pcmag.com)

Apple Pencil (USB-C) Review

 

The Apple Pencil (USB-C) covers the basics well, skipping several advanced features in order to reach a lower price than the 1st and 2nd Generation models.

Nov, 2023
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Expert review by : Sascha Segan (pcmag.com)

Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) Review

 

For artists and creative professionals, Apple's second-generation Pencil is the only iPad stylus worth considering.

Jul, 2021
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Expert review by : Will Greenwald (pcmag.com)

Apple Siri Remote (2nd Generation) Review

 

If you're willing to shell out the cash for it, the second-generation Siri Remote can improve the browsing experience on your exsiting Apple TV or Apple TV 4K.

Jun, 2021
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Expert review by : Jessica Dolcourt (cnet.com)

Apple Pencil 2: All about iPad Pro's magnetic accessory for 2018

 

What's different, will it work with last year's iPad Pro and what's the deal with all those magnets?

Oct, 2018
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Expert review by (digitalcameraworld.com)

Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) review

 

Apple's most powerful Pencil doesn't come cheap, but it's incredibly easy to use.

You need accuracy ; You want the Double tap feature ; You want pressure sensitivity ; You're on a budget ; You've got an incompatible iPad

Feb, 2024
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Apple Pencil USB-C review

 

The Apple Pencil USB-C is an "affordable" option that will suit a range of iPad users.

You want an affordable Apple stylus ; You take a lot of notes ; Style is important to you ; You want pressure sensitivity ; You like seamless charging ; You want it engraved

Jan, 2024
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Expert review by : Rosie Hilder (creativebloq.com)

Apple Pencil USB-C review: new "affordable" option makes sense for most people

 

The new Apple Pencil lacks pressure sensitivity, but does it really matter?

Attaches to iPad ; Tilt sensitivity ; Nice to hold

No pressure sensitivity ; No cable included ; Awkward charging

The Apple Pencil USB-C ticks a lot of boxes. It's pleasant to hold, great for note-taking and it attaches magnetically to the top of the iPad. Some small niggles will bother some – such as the charging and the lack of included cable. The lack of...

Dec, 2023
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Expert review by : Andrew O'Hara (appleinsider.com)

Apple Pencil (USB-C) review: A new budget option in a temporarily confusing lineup

 

The newest Apple Pencil with USB-C is a more universal option than what was available before, but depending on your use case, ditching pressure sensitivity may be a cost-saving step too far.

Nov, 2023
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