Can you apply an Apple Pencil with an iPhone?
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The Apple Pencil has historically been an iPad-only accessory, but that changes with Apple's latest iPhone release.
Key facts
- Those with an Apple Pencil 2 or Apple Pencil Pro are out of luck, and will have to spend an extra $79 for the compatible stylus if they want this functionality
- Since the iPhone Duo is expected to ship with iOS 27.1 in October, support for the Pencil could arrive with iOS 27.2 around November
- As you might know, the USB-C Apple Pencil has some drawbacks compared to Apple Pencil Pro
- Even with the right software, you also need a specific Pencil model: only the Apple Pencil USB-C is compatible with the iPhone Duo
Summary
For years, the Apple Pencil was solely an iPad accessory. That means you can now use an Apple Pencil with an iPhone. But even though the Duo works with the Apple Pencil, there are a lot of caveats. Unfortunately, the Apple Pencil won't work with the iPhone Duo at launch. Even with the right software, you also need a specific Pencil model: only the Apple Pencil USB-C is compatible with the iPhone Duo. Those with an Apple Pencil 2 or Apple Pencil Pro are out of luck, and will have to spend an extra $79 for the compatible stylus if they want this functionality.