80
“The newest Apple Pencil with USB-C is a more universal option than what was available before, but depending on your use case, ditching pressure sensitivity may be a cost-saving step too far.”
Publisher rating: 4/5 · 32mo ago
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Apple Pencil (USB-C)
$79 · 2y 8m old
80
Positive consensus
Critic score · 3 publisher ratings
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Value 72Consensus80/100
Worth comparing, but the value depends heavily on price, storage tier, and your upgrade path.
Lifecycle2y 8m old
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Value score72/100
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Core product facts
- Starting price
- $79
- Released
- Nov 1, 2023 (2y 8m old)
- Category
- Accessories
Buying context
- Review coverage
- 4 critic reviews
- Value score
- 72/100
- Buying call
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Review takeaways
Apple Pencil USB-C Universal
The Apple Pencil (USB-C) offers a more universal connection. It's a cost-saving choice, but be aware it ditches pressure sensitivity, which impacts specific use cases.
Critics agree on
Universal connectivityCost-effective optionPressure sensitivity absenceUSB-C integration
Details worth noting
- USB-C is a more universal option than what was available before, but depending on your use case, ditching
Best for
Budget-conscious usersBasic note-takingUniversal device compatibility
Watch-outs
- No pressure sensitivity
- Limited artistic control
- Specific use case impact
Decision
- Consider your drawing needs
- Evaluate pressure sensitivity importance
Review confidence
How confident is the review picture?
Publisher ratings
3
Median score
80
Full review links
4
Score range
80-80
Publisher rating distribution
Positive
3
Mixed
0
Negative
0
Highest-rated review
“The newest Apple Pencil with USB-C is a more universal option than what was available before, but depending on your use case, ditching pressure sensitivity may be a cost-saving step too far.”
AppleInsider · 80
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Publisher rating: 4/5
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Publisher did not issue a rating. This estimate is excluded from the Critic Score. · 32mo ago
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