During Apple’s “Let Loose” event on Tuesday, the company unveiled new accessories for its latest iPad models. One of the most notable accessories is the Apple Pencil Pro, which is described as a game-changer for users looking to express their creativity. Priced starting at $129, the Pencil Pro features a new sensor on the barrel that users can squeeze to access a tool palette with line weights and colors for creating art.
The Pencil Pro pairs with the new Magic Keyboard, which is thinner and lighter than its predecessor and comes in black and white color options. It is available in two sizes, one for the 11-inch Pro at $299 and another for the 13-inch Pro model at $349. New features of the Magic Keyboard include a function row for controls like screen brightness, aluminum palm rests, and a larger trackpad. Apple claims that the keyboard offers a MacBook-like experience, making the iPad Pro more portable and versatile.
Artists using the Pencil Pro with graphic-design software like Procreate can utilize shortcuts by pressing the barrel to adjust brushes, image size, and color. The Pencil Pro also has an innovative feature that allows it to be paired, charged, and stored using a magnet on the side of the iPad Pro. It can be located using the “Find My” feature as well. The Magic Keyboard also has this feature so both devices can be easily managed together.
Apple has made both products available for preorder starting on Tuesday, with shipping scheduled to begin next week. The Apple Pencil Pro and Magic Keyboard are sure to revolutionize how users interact with their iPads by providing them with more creative tools and increased portability.
