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- ZDNET tested the new Apple Pencil Pro against the budget ESR Geo Pencil to help iPad users decide which stylus to buy. The Apple Pencil Pro, compatible with iPad Pro 11‑inch and 13‑inch (M4/M5), iPad Air (M2/M3) and iPad mini (A17 Pro), adds advanced features such as squeeze gestures, barrel‑roll, haptic feedback, double‑tap, and Apple’s Pencil‑hover. It delivers low latency and pixel‑perfect input for creators and developers. The ESR Geo Pencil offers similar basic functionality at a lower price and works on most iPads released after 2018, including 2025 models. ZDNET recommends the Pencil Pro for users needing the full feature set, while the Geo Pencil is a cost‑effective alternative for general use.
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