The iPad 10 works with the Apple Pencil but there are some caveats.
After years of recycling the same design, Apple finally overhauled the basic iPad this year. The new iPad 10 features a modern design inspired by iPad Air along with upgraded internals. When paired with the new Magic Keyboard Folio, the iPad 10 can also become a handy laptop replacement when needed. But what about pen support? Does it work with Apple Pencil?
The iPad 10 supports the Apple Pencil, allowing you to write and draw on its large canvas. It’s an optional accessory sold separately for $99. If you mainly use the iPad for watching videos and browsing, you can do without the iPad and spend that money on an iPad 10 case. But if you plan on drawing or taking notes and have the money to spare, the Apple Pencil can make a big difference.
iPad 10 does not support the latest Apple Pencil
For some strange reason, the new iPad 10 doesn’t support the new, more capable Apple Pencil from the second generation. It only works with the first generation Apple Pencil introduced in 2015. The original Pencil still works great with the iPad 10, and all the features that made it so popular are still there. But it is a strange omission in the face of all these upgrades, modern design and increased prices. And since the new iPad is ditching the Lightning connector in favor of the universal USB-C port, you’ll also need a USB-C to Lightning connector to charge your Apple Pencil with your tablet.
Apple Pencil (1st generation)
Apple Pencil lets you draw and write on the iPad’s large tablet. It is pressure sensitive and provides tilt support. Apple also includes a USB-C to Lightning connector so you can charge the stylus from the iPad itself.
What other pen can you use?
Fortunately, the Apple Pencil is not the only stylus that you can use with the iPad 10. The Zagg Pro Stylus is the best alternative to the official option. It features a universal capacitive back tip and provides a smooth drawing and writing experience without lag. The stylus supports palm rejection, which means resting your hand on the screen while the drawing is not registered as input, while tilt recognition accepts all input and display. Perhaps the best part is that the Zagg Pro Stylus costs half the Apple Pencil and has a USB-C charging port.
Zagg Pro Stylus
ZAGG Pro Stylus is another option for newer iPad models. It works with most iPads released since 2017. The pen charges via the USB-C port on the iPad 10.
The Adonit Mark It is another great option if you want something cheap and basic. This $10 pen is perfect for simple note-taking and sketching and features a brushed aluminum body that feels comfortable in hand.
Apple iPad 10
iPad 10 offers a complete chassis overhaul and offers four bold colors. It packs an A14 Bionic chip and supports Apple Pencil 1.
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