The iPad-compatible Logitech Crayon stylus has been updated to welcome the new updated entry-level model announced by Apple. The new version of this Apple Pencil alternative, which is now available on the Apple website, retains the same features as the previous model. However, it adds an important innovation: USB-C connector for charging. What’s new is that the Cupertino firm hasn’t included an Apple Pencil compatible with the updated tenth-generation iPad.
The new Logitech Crayon, whose price is 79.95 euros, It has very similar features to the Apple Pencil. companies from Cupertino. It is possible to navigate the interface, write or draw as if we were using an Apple Pencil. It also includes palm detection technology to prevent the iPad screen from recognizing it when the user draws.
Its autonomy, yes, is 7 hours without recharging, while the Apple Pencil has 12 hours. However, Logitech does allow direct charging via USB-C. That is, download it we just need to connect the pencil to the USB-C cable, as we would, for example, charge the iPad itself. On the other hand, charging the Apple Pencil is somewhat more tedious.
Apple Pencil charging odyssey with the new iPad
Recall that one of the main novelties of the iPad 2022 is the appearance of a USB-C port, since until now this model included a Lightning port. Input iPad announced this on October 18, however, still compatible with the first generation Apple Pencilan accessory that still has a Lightning connector.
That is, you can no longer charge the Apple Pencil directly from the iPad port, even directly from the cable, as is the case with the Logitech Crayon. To charge it, you need an accessory, which, although included, makes the charging process much more difficult. To charge your Pencil with a battery, you must first connect the USB-C cable to your iPad. Then connect the port on the other end to the accessory and finally connect the Apple Pencil to the accessory.
Also, if you’re a first generation Apple Pencil user and you’re thinking about getting a new iPad, you’ll have to shell out. 10 euros for this accessory.
We must take into account, yes, that is small it doesn’t have Apple Pencil pressure pointsa feature that might be worth sacrificing given the price difference and the ease with which we can download a Logitech accessory.
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