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There are rumors that Apple will announce three new iPads on October 17, 2023 local time.
And along with those new iPads, rumors have also surfaced that Apple will announce a new Apple Pencil (3rd generation).
Below, we have summarized the new features and changes expected in Apple Pencil (3rd generation).
■Key points of this article that can be understood in 3 lines
1. There are rumors that Apple will announce a new iPad on October 17th local time.
2. There are also rumors that the Apple Pencil (3rd generation) will be announced at the same time as the new iPad.
3. Apple Pencil (3rd generation) is expected to have a magnetic nib and a USB-C terminal.
Apple Pencil tip is magnetically attached, making it easy to replace
There are rumors that the tip (nib) for the Apple Pencil (3rd generation) will be able to be magnetically attracted, making it easier to replace it depending on the application.
For example, you can easily change pen nibs with different shapes depending on the purpose, such as a thin nib for writing, and a slightly thicker nib for sketching.
Design changes
Rumors have been surfacing for quite some time that the Apple Pencil (3rd generation) will be shorter and have a glossier appearance than the previous model.
If the pen tip were to be magnetically adsorbed, a magnet would be installed at the tip, so there may be some design changes.
Equipped with USB-C terminal
Developer Steve Moser (@SteveMoser) reports that a description was found in iOS 17.1 Beta 2 indicating that the Apple Pencil (3rd generation) uses USB-C instead of Lightning as its charging terminal. Masu.
According to Mr. Moser, iOS 17.1 beta 2 has a description “PENCIL_LOW_BATTERY_ALERT_MESSAGE” – “Connect to USB-C to recharge soon.” It seems that it was included.
The current Apple Pencil does not have a USB-C terminal, so it is thought that this is a description of the Apple Pencil (3rd generation), while the Apple Pencil (10th generation), which supports pairing and charging with the iPad (10th generation). Mr. Moser makes a cautious comment that it cannot be denied that the message may be related to the included USB-C to Apple Pencil adapter (1st generation).
Will Apple really announce the new iPad and Apple Pencil (3rd generation) on October 17th local time?
Source:MacRumors
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