A great alternative, but Apple Pencil is still king for creatives
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> features Magnetic/USB-C charging, replacement tip, battery indicator, tilt sensitivity
Two charging options – hence the name – mean all iPads are catered for.
Can’t afford an Apple Pencil 2? Take a look at the NovaPlus Pencil A8 Duo. It’s the same shape and size, and has the same flat side, making the stylus easier to grip than the original Apple Pencil’s completely round design.
The responsiveness of the A8 Duo is on point with no lag. Additionally, the stroke moves exactly as you move and never jumps to another place on the working document. In that way, it’s very reliable and can be counted on for basic stylus functions. The tip is designed to look and feel very much like the Apple Pencil 2’s, and in case you wear it down a second tip is included in the box.
Unlike Apple’s stylus, the A8 Duo offers two different charging options, enabling it to work with a broader range of iPads. By removing the cap on the side, there’s access to a USB-C port and you can use the included USB to USB-C cable to charge it. A ring of light at the base of the stylus changes colour to indicate if it is charging or full. The only downside to this removable cap is the possibility of losing it, though if you have the right iPad (iPad Pro 11-inch, 12.9-inch 3rd/4th/5th/6th gen, iPad Air 4th/5th gen, or iPad Mini 6th gen), y
