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Apple Pencil (1st Generation)

UK MYQW3ZM/A · Apple Pencil (1st Generation)
Connections
Bluetooth, Lightning connector
Functions
Magnetically attached cap
Weight
20.7 g
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Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) featuring its flat edge that attaches magnetically for automatic charging and pairing.
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Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)

Compared with · Apple Pencil (1st Generation)

  • ConnectionsBluetooth, Lightning connector → Bluetooth
  • FunctionsMagnetically attached cap → Magnetically attaches and pairs
  • Weight20.7 g → 18.2 g
  • Manufacturer-listed compatible modelsiPad 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) → iPad Models: iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation), iPad Air (5th generation), iPad Air (4th generation), iPad mini (6th generation)
  • Dimensions and measurement basisDiameter: Diameter: 8.9 mm (0.35 inches) Length: Length: 175.7 mm (6.92 inches) measured from tip to cap Weight: Weight: 20.7 grams (0.73 ounces) → Diameter: Diameter: 8.9 mm (0.35 inches) Length: Length: 166 mm (6.53 inches) Weight: Weight: 18.2 grams (0.64 ounces)
2 more differences
  • Length175.7 mm → 166 mm
  • Supplied itemsApple Pencil Lightning adapter Extra tip USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter (required to pair and charge with iPad (A16) and iPad (10th generation) → Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)
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Exact model: UK MXN43ZM/A · Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)

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Connections and interfacesBluetooth
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Apple UK — Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)
Manufacturer-listed functionsMagnetically attaches and pairs
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Apple UK — Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)
Accessory mass18.2 g
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Apple UK — Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)
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Apple Pencil (USB-C), white, end cap engraving reads, Apple Pencil, the word Apple represented by an Apple logo
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Apple Pencil (USB-C)

Compared with · Apple Pencil (1st Generation)

  • ConnectionsBluetooth, Lightning connector → Bluetooth, USB-C Connector
  • FunctionsMagnetically attached cap → Magnetically attaches
  • Weight20.7 g → 20.5 g
  • Manufacturer-listed compatible modelsiPad 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) → iPhone Models: iPhone Duo; iPad Models: iPad Pro 13-inch (M5), iPad Pro 13-inch (M4), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (M5), iPad Pro 11-inch (M4), iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation), iPad Air 13-inch (M4), iPad Air 11-inch (M4), iPad Air 13-inch (M3), iPad Air 11-inch (M3), iPad Air 13-inch (M2), iPad Air 11-inch (M2), iPad Air (5th generation), iPad Air (4th generation), iPad (A16), iPad (10th generation), iPad mini (A17 Pro), iPad mini (6th generation)
  • Dimensions and measurement basisDiameter: Diameter: 8.9 mm (0.35 inches) Length: Length: 175.7 mm (6.92 inches) measured from tip to cap Weight: Weight: 20.7 grams (0.73 ounces) → Diameter: 8.9 mm / 0.35 in. Length: 155 mm / 6.10 in. Weight: 20.5 g / 0.72 oz.
2 more differences
  • Length175.7 mm → 155 mm
  • Supplied itemsApple Pencil Lightning adapter Extra tip USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter (required to pair and charge with iPad (A16) and iPad (10th generation) → Apple Pencil (USB-C)
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Exact model: UK MUWA3ZM/A · Apple Pencil (USB-C)

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  • Compatibility and charging or interface features retain their manufacturer conditions. Unlisted facts remain unknown; no retailer price or stock is established.Apple UK — Apple Pencil (USB-C)
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Connections and interfacesBluetooth, USB-C Connector
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Manufacturer specification

A physical connector label does not establish all protocols or host features. Read the separate supported modes and system requirements.

Apple UK — Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Manufacturer-listed functionsMagnetically attaches
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Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Accessory mass20.5 g
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Apple Pencil Pro, White, engraving reads, Apple Pencil Pro, the word Apple represented by an Apple logo
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Apple Pencil Pro

Compared with · Apple Pencil (1st Generation)

  • ConnectionsBluetooth, Lightning connector → Bluetooth
  • FunctionsMagnetically attached cap → Magnetically attaches, pairs and charges
  • Weight20.7 g → 19.15 g
  • Manufacturer-listed compatible modelsiPad 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) → iPad Models: iPad Pro 13-inch (M5), iPad Pro 13-inch (M4), iPad Pro 11-inch (M5), iPad Pro 11-inch (M4), iPad Air 13-inch (M4), iPad Air 11-inch (M4), iPad Air 13-inch (M3), iPad Air 11-inch (M3), iPad Air 13-inch (M2), iPad Air 11-inch (M2), iPad mini (A17 Pro)
  • Dimensions and measurement basisDiameter: Diameter: 8.9 mm (0.35 inches) Length: Length: 175.7 mm (6.92 inches) measured from tip to cap Weight: Weight: 20.7 grams (0.73 ounces) → Diameter: Diameter: 8.9 mm (0.35 inches) Length: 166 mm (6.53 inches) Weight: 19.15 grams (0.68 ounces)
2 more differences
  • Length175.7 mm → 166 mm
  • Supplied itemsApple Pencil Lightning adapter Extra tip USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter (required to pair and charge with iPad (A16) and iPad (10th generation) → Apple Pencil Pro
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Exact model: UK MX2D3ZM/A · Apple Pencil Pro

Sources: 10 of 10 specifications cited.

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10/10 listed facts sourced. Checked date unavailable. This describes source coverage, not product quality or independent testing.

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  • Compatibility and charging or interface features retain their manufacturer conditions. Unlisted facts remain unknown; no retailer price or stock is established.Apple UK — Apple Pencil Pro
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Connections and interfacesBluetooth
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Manufacturer specification

A physical connector label does not establish all protocols or host features. Read the separate supported modes and system requirements.

Apple UK — Apple Pencil Pro
Manufacturer-listed functionsMagnetically attaches, pairs and charges
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Apple UK — Apple Pencil Pro
Accessory mass19.15 g
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Samsung S Pen Creator Edition for Galaxy

Compared with · Apple Pencil (1st Generation)

  • FunctionsMagnetically attached cap → S Pen Writing, Water Resistant(IPX4)
  • Weight20.7 g → 10.6 g
  • Manufacturer-listed compatible modelsiPad 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) → Galaxy
  • Dimensions and measurement basisDiameter: Diameter: 8.9 mm (0.35 inches) Length: Length: 175.7 mm (6.92 inches) measured from tip to cap Weight: Weight: 20.7 grams (0.73 ounces) → 9.1 x 153.35 x 8.7 mm
  • ConnectionsBluetooth, Lightning connector → Not verified
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Exact model: UK EJ-P5600SWEGEU · White

Sources: 12 of 15 specifications cited.

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Manufacturer features and restrictionsS Pen Writing, Water Resistant(IPX4)
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Samsung UK — EJ-P5600SWEGEU exact manufacturer specifications
Net accessory weight10.6 g
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Exact Weight: 10.6 g. Measurement scope is retained; packaging and other units are separate.

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S Pen for Galaxy S26 Ultra Front Black
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Samsung S Pen for Galaxy S26 Ultra · Black

Compared with · Apple Pencil (1st Generation)

  • Manufacturer-listed compatible modelsiPad 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) → Galaxy S26 Ultra
  • ConnectionsBluetooth, Lightning connector → Not verified
  • FunctionsMagnetically attached cap → Not verified
  • Weight20.7 g → Not verified
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Exact model: UK EJ-PS948BBEGEU · Black

Sources: 5 of 11 specifications cited.

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S Pen for Galaxy S26 Ultra Front Light Blue
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Samsung S Pen for Galaxy S26 Ultra · Light Blue

Compared with · Apple Pencil (1st Generation)

  • Manufacturer-listed compatible modelsiPad 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) → Galaxy S26 Ultra
  • ConnectionsBluetooth, Lightning connector → Not verified
  • FunctionsMagnetically attached cap → Not verified
  • Weight20.7 g → Not verified
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Exact model: UK EJ-PS948BLEGEU · Light Blue

Sources: 5 of 11 specifications cited.

Evidence · Some facts need verification

5/11 listed facts sourced. Checked date unavailable. This describes source coverage, not product quality or independent testing.

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5
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