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Best Apple Pencil (1st gen) accessories iMore 2021

The Apple Pencil (first generation) is the one additional expense I recommend to anyone getting a 10.2-inch iPad or using a previous generation iPad Pro. It's more than a stylus — it's the closest representation to an actual pen or pencil you can use with a tablet. Once you have your very own, you're probably going to want a case, a dedicated charger, or some other cool accessories to go with it. These are the best Apple Pencil 1st-gen accessories.

Like a real pen: Ztylus Metal Protective Case
Power up simply: TechMatte Apple Pencil Charging Adapter
Stolen pen clip: Sakura Pigma Micron 05
Magnetic attachment: TwelveSouth PencilSnap | Napa Leather Magnetic Protective Carry Case for Apple Pencil
Simply effecient: FRTMA Magnetic Sleeve
Strapping sleeve: Stylus Sling
Pencil dock: Thankscase Direct Charging Stand for Apple Pencil
Cap saver: Fintie Cap Tether

Ztylus Metal Apple Pencil Grip

Like a real pen : Ztylus Metal Protective Case

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Make your Apple Pencil feel like a true luxury pencil, complete with that familiar hexagonal grip style of a standard pen, offering a stylish — and functional — way to improve your drawing and writing experience.

$25 at Amazon

Techmatte Charging Adapter

Power up simply : TechMatte Apple Pencil Charging Adapter

Charge your Apple Pencil with your iPad, but without it having to stick out awkwardly from the Lightning port. This little dongle keeps your Apple Pencil's Lightning plug from accidentally breaking off on your iPad.

$7 at Amazon

Micron Pen

Stolen pen clip : Sakura Pigma Micron 05

If you just want to accessorize your Pencil with a clip, consider skipping the expensive "Made for Pencil"-brand accessories and pilfer the clip off of a similar-bodied pen, like the Pigma Micron.

$7 at Amazon

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Magnetic attachment : TwelveSouth PencilSnap | Napa Leather Magnetic Protective Carry Case for Apple Pencil

If you love your iPad's case but curse the fact it lacks a place for the Pencil, TwelveSouth has a magnetic sleeve so you can keep it nearby and not worry about losing it.

FRTMA

Simply effecient : FRTMA Magnetic Sleeve

Keep it simple with this silicone magnetic jacket for your Apple Pencil. You can attach it to your iPad's built-in magnetic zones on the top or side, so it's always right there when you need it.

$11 at Amazon

Stylus Sling

Strapping sleeve : Stylus Sling

Strap this stretchy sling right over your iPad or folio cover and have easy access to slip the Apple Pencil right out of the pocket without missing a beat.

$25 at Amazon

Thankscase Charging Dock

Pencil dock : Thankscase Direct Charging Stand for Apple Pencil

This aluminum dock is a perfect addition to your workspace. It holds your pencil vertically and fits around your charging cable nicely. It stops your cord from tangling up and keeps the Pencil in sight.

$18 at Amazon

Fintie cap tether 3-pack

Cap saver : Fintie Cap Tether

A handy cap tether will keep all those bits and pieces safe and covered without the hassle of searching for missing caps.

$5 at Amazon

Finding the best Apple Pencil accessories

Your Apple Pencil is an accessory to your iPad, but that doesn't mean you can't have the best Apple Pencil 1st-gen accessories for your accessory. My personal favorite is the Ztylus Metal Protective Case because it feels so good to hold in your hand.

If you're worried about those infamous disappearing caps, we recommend the Fintie Cap Tether is a great choice to keep your workspace organized. The above choices will ensure your Apple Pencil stays safe and in perfect condition from charging to protection.

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Jaclyn Kilani

Jaclyn is a content writer at iMore. She's a longtime Apple addict with a flair for creating (written works, design, photos; you name it!) on her devices. When she's not churning out new things, Jaclyn loves exploring the world, playing with her children, and good old-fashioned baking. You can read more about her expat lifestyle at MorningPapaya.com.

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