Apple Pencil (USB-C)

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A3085 model number
Pairs and charges via USB-C
Bluetooth connectivity
Pixel-perfect precision
Low latency
Tilt sensitivity
Magnetic storage attachment
Apple Pencil hover support
155 mm length
20.5 g weight

Input Precision

Pixel-perfect precision is listed for writing and marking up content

Low latency and tilt sensitivity are listed

Connection and Charging

Pairs and charges via USB-C

Bluetooth and a USB-C connector are listed

Storage and Attachment

Magnetically attaches to the side of iPad for storage

The source also notes a sleep state when magnetically attached

Compatibility Features

Apple Pencil hover is supported on compatible iPad Pro and iPad Air models

iPadOS 17.1.1 or later is listed as a system requirement

Physical Structure

Length: 155 mm (6.10 in)

Diameter: 8.9 mm (0.35 in); weight: 20.5 g (0.72 oz)

Model and Launch

Model number A3085 and retail SKU MUWA3AM/A are listed

Announced on October 17, 2023; availability began in early November 2023

  • Brand / Product: Apple Pencil (USB-C)
  • Model identifier: A3085
  • Retail SKU: MUWA3AM/A
  • Announcement date: October 17, 2023
  • Availability: Early November 2023
  • Launch price: US$79
  • Education price at launch: US$69

The provided records describe Apple Pencil (USB-C) as a 2023 stylus accessory with USB-C pairing and charging, Bluetooth connectivity, and support for Apple Pencil hover on compatible iPad Pro and iPad Air models. Apple lists it as suitable for note taking, sketching, marking up documents, journaling, and related tasks.

  • Precision features: Pixel-perfect precision, low latency, and tilt sensitivity are listed.
  • Interaction limits: Pressure sensitivity, double-tap, barrel roll, squeeze, haptic feedback, Find My, and wireless pairing and charging are listed as not compatible.
  • System requirement: iPadOS 17.1.1 or later.
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth and USB-C connector.
  • Charging and pairing: The source says it pairs and charges via USB-C.
  • Compatibility note: Apple states it works with all iPad models that have a USB-C port, and also lists compatible iPad models in support documentation.

The source frames the product as a pen-like input accessory for iPad use. It is listed for note taking, sketching, annotating, journaling, and similar tasks.

  • Hover: Apple Pencil hover is supported on compatible iPad Pro and iPad Air models.
  • Storage behavior: It magnetically attaches to the side of iPad for storage.
  • Finish note: Apple’s newsroom text describes a matte finish and a flat side.
  • Length: 155 mm (6.10 in)
  • Diameter: 8.9 mm (0.35 in)
  • Weight: 20.5 g (0.72 oz)

The source also describes a sliding cap that reveals the USB-C port.

  • Apple Pencil (USB-C)

Apple Pencil (USB-C) is Apple’s USB-C stylus accessory for compatible iPad models. The records list A3085 as the model number, US$79 as the launch price, and early November 2023 as the availability window. Apple describes it with pixel-perfect precision, low latency, tilt sensitivity, magnetic storage attachment, Bluetooth connectivity, and USB-C pairing and charging.

Launch Price (MSRP): Current Market Price:
US$79
— views Research contribution by specs.global