Marco ArmentI learned there's a whole world of really cheap Apple Pencil clones for simpler needs (most of them lack pressure/angle/etc. support) that pair just as easily as the "real" things by just working via proximity, like the Apple Pencil USB-C, Logitech Crayon, etc.
I got this one for $18 and it's totally fine! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C4L8GKR6?tag=marcoorg-20
This one for $30 is cuter and has a soft tip, like a Paper Mate felt-tip pen: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNWPK3MM?tag=marcoorg-20
At these prices, it's worth keeping one as a backpack spare!
Amazon.com: Metapen Pencil A8 for Apple iPad 2018-2025, (2X Faster Charge), Tilt Sensitivity, Pixel Precision, Stylus Pen for iPad 11/10/9/8/7/6th Gen, Pro 12.9/11/13-inch M4, Air 3/4/5/M2/M3, Mini 5/6th, Black : Electronics
Amazon.com: Metapen Pencil A8 for Apple iPad 2018-2025, (2X Faster Charge), Tilt Sensitivity, Pixel Precision, Stylus Pen for iPad 11/10/9/8/7/6th Gen, Pro 12.9/11/13-inch M4, Air 3/4/5/M2/M3, Mini 5/6th, Black : Electronics
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