Way back in 2015, students weren’t best equipped with quality styluses. Most stylus offerings in the market were capacitive in nature and needed to physically press on the display, in a fashion much similar to how one would use their finger to type. But, in the same year, Apple decided to change this.
In 2015, alongside the first-gen iPad Pro, Apple debuted the Apple Pencil. This came as a surprise to no one, since a Pro device deserves a Pro companion. Not only this but considering how anti-stylus Steve Jobs was, this was a brave step for Apple. That decision does seem to have paid dividends, however, with Apple Pencils having multiple use cases. Some of them include taking notes and creating sketches that showcase your artistic side as well as general usability.
The Apple Pencil, in form, at least resembles a regular pencil. It can be used instead of a finger, which can leave smudges and dirt that irks the cleanliness freaks. Where it differs from a generic pencil is the tip. There is a tiny plastic tip to the front, which, when in contact with the display of an iPad, works seamlessly.
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When Should You Change the Apple Pencil’s Tip?
Much like any other product, there are drawbacks. One severe concern most Apple Pencil users have in relation to the Pencil is its durability. Many users have reported that the tip keeps breaking or coming loose. Today, we will address these common concerns and questions.
Usually, if the Apple Pencil is dropped or too much pressure is applied, it can get squished. Sometimes indents also appear on the plastic bit, since it is not that soft in nature. To tackle this too, one will have to get replacement tips. If you replace the tip and there are still issues, then the concern might be in relation to the internals or the actuators, for which you will have to refer to the service centre.
One primary way to tell that it’s time to fix your Apple Pencil’s tip is when it starts dragging on the screen. Usually, at the time of the unboxing, you will find it to be buttery smooth. Over time, the tip fades and starts to lag a bit when running across the screen.
Before we list out how to change the Apple Pencil tip, it is important to note some good tips that you can purchase, in case you find the official replacement a little bit expensive.
1. Apple’s Official Tips
You can find Apple Pencil tips on Apple’s official website, but, if you want to save a few bucks, you can also go for third-party options. It is however advised to choose a trustable brand or splurge on the official variant for the best results. The official Apple Pencil tip replacement (pack of 4) is available on Apple’s site for Rs 1900.
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2. Tukzer 5-Replacement Tip
The second option comes from Tukzer which is a highly reputable brand. These fine point replacement tips are of perfect fit and are of good quality. The tip is compatible with both generations of the Apple Pencil and, for a mere sum of Rs 349 (Set of 5). One can avail of the Tukzer alternative on the company’s official website or from Amazon.
3. Zorbes 4 Pack Tip
The third option comes from Zorbes, with 4 tips available, much like the official replacement from Apple. The tip is available on Amazon for Rs 500.
Here’s How You Can Fix the Apple Pencil
In order to fix the Apple Pencil’s tip, one does not have to worry. You can refer to this step-by-step guide that provides an easy way to replace the tip.
Step 1: Take your Apple Pencil with a worn-out tip and grab the damaged or loose tip.
Step 2: Twist the tip in an anti-clockwise motion until it comes loose.
Step 3: Then, get the new tip and place it in place of the old tip.
Step 4: Rotate in a clockwise motion until you feel the tip is secure.
The reason to change it is that with time, the responsiveness of the plastic tip starts to fade. It’s admirable that Apple allows people to change the tip on their own, considering how strict the Cupertino giant usually is, in regard to its offerings and fixing them. Usually, the pencil’s tip may fade within a few months, but only if you use the pencil every day. For most regular users, it should easily last for over a year without any hiccups.
What is worth noting is that new second-gen Apple Pencil users will find this article more useful than the Gen 1 users. Earlier, the Cupertino giant shipped an extra tip with the first-gen offering. Nowadays, there is no extra tip within the box of the Gen 2 Apple Pencil.
The Apple Pencil (1st gen) works with the 5th gen iPad Mini, iPads starting from the 6th gen model, the 3rd Gen iPad Air and the 1st and 2nd Gen iPad Pro 12.9-inch, alongside the 10.5 and 9.7-inch iPad Pros. The smaller and more advanced second-generation Apple Pencil comes with support for the iPad Mini (6th Gen), iPad Air offerings from 4th Gen onwards and the latest 11-inch and 12.9-inch Pro models. Do note that the latter does not work with older models, whilst the 1st Gen model fails to work on newer models which are made to comply with the new Pencil’s features.
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