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What happened: The Apple Pencil 3, scheduled to be released alongside the new one iPadPro and May iPad Air models could feature a variety of squeeze gestures, AppleInsider reported Wednesday, citing iMore.
THE iPadOS 17.5 the developer’s beta code suggests that the new Pencil may support long and double squeezes in addition to the previously mentioned single squeeze. These gestures could allow users to perform three distinct actions without touching the display, potentially improving the user experience.
This feature is in line with Apple’s history of introducing innovative accessory features, such as multi-touch gestures for trackpads and various swipes and taps for Magic mouse.
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Because matter: These squeezing gestures may not be the only new feature on the Apple Pencil 3. In September, a leaker suggested that the new model could support interchangeable magnetic tips, allowing for several stylus-based activities like painting and technical drawing.
Previously, it was reported that Apple was considering introducing interchangeable cases for the Apple Pencil. These cases could provide users with improved controls and sensors and longer battery life, further cementing Apple’s position in the digital art and design market.
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Additionally, the Apple Pencil 3’s rumored features could be particularly relevant to Apple’s mixed reality plans. Last month, it was reported that Apple was testing a new version of the Apple Pencil compatible with its first-generation mixed reality headset, the Vision Pro.
Adding more squeeze gestures and swappable tooltips could significantly improve the user experience in mixed reality environments.
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