Which is the best Apple Pencil nib? (re-upload)

Summary

This video offers a comprehensive guide to various Apple Pencil tips available in the market. It discusses the original Apple Pencil tips, their smoothness on glass, and alternatives like matte screen protectors that affect display quality. The presenter recommends silicone tips for better resistance and control, comparing different brands and materials, including leather and metal. The video also addresses the durability and drawbacks of metal tips, concluding with a comparison of black rubberized tips and a call to check out detailed reviews and support the channel through affiliate links.

Takeaways

• 📝 All pen tips mentioned are compatible with Apple Pencil 1, Apple Pencil 2, and various knockoffs.
• 💰 Original Apple Pencil tips cost $19 for a set of four and are considered smooth but not overly slippery on glass surfaces.
• 🎨 Some users prefer matte screen protectors for a better drawing experience, but they may affect display image quality.
• 🛍️ There's a wide variety of pen tips available in the market to cater to different preferences and needs.
• 💡 The speaker recommends a silicone pen tip, not sold by Apple, for its resistance and control on glass, available for just $2 on AliExpress.
• 🔍 Another silicone pen tip, 'Pentips,' is mentioned, which is more expensive but performs similarly to the previously mentioned silicone tip.
• ✏️ The 2B silicone pen tip is praised for its feel, and a 4B variant is suggested for comparison.
• 🔩 A leather slip-on pen tip from 'Pencil Lers' is discussed, with a newer, screw-on version that is more secure and doesn't affect pressure or tilt sensitivity.
• 💸 The leather pen tip is expensive, priced at $20, with unknown durability and shipping costs.
• ⚙️ Metal pen tips are durable but may cause a tapping sound on glass and can introduce wobble and jitter in line quality.
• 🖊️ Black pen tips with round and needle points are mentioned, with the round point offering a smooth writing experience and the needle point having more resistance but noticeable wobble.

Q & A

What is the video about?

The video provides a guide to different types of Apple Pencil tips available in the market, discussing their compatibility, feel, and performance.

Which devices are the pen tips compatible with?

The pen tips are compatible with Apple Pencil 1, Apple Pencil 2, and all the Apple Pencil knockoffs.

How much do the original Apple Pencil tips cost?

The original Apple Pencil tips cost $19 for a set of four.

Why do some people prefer using matte screen protectors with Apple Pencils?

Some people prefer matte screen protectors because they provide a better tactile drawing experience, although they may affect the image quality of the display.

What is the silicone pen tip mentioned in the video, and where can it be found?

The silicone pen tip is an alternative to the original Apple Pencil tip that provides more resistance when writing and drawing on glass. It can be found on AliExpress for just $2.

What is the difference between the first and second generation of the leather slip-on pen tip from Pencil Lers?

The first generation may slip off depending on the angle and usage, while the second generation is a screw-on pen tip, providing a more secure fit and not affecting pressure and tilt sensitivity.

What are the advantages of using metal pen tips for the Apple Pencil?

Metal pen tips are extremely durable and do not scratch the glass surface of the iPad due to the hardness of ceramic compared to metal.

What are the potential downsides of using metal pen tips?

The downsides of metal pen tips include a noticeable wobble and jitter when drawing lines, which can affect line quality and accuracy, and an unpleasant tapping sound on the glass surface.

What is the issue with the silicone slip-on pen tip when using it with Apple Pencil?

The silicone slip-on pen tip can also slip off during use, especially when drawing diagonal lines, which may not be suitable for drawing.

How do the black round point and needle point pen tips perform on glass?

The black round point pen tip is smooth like the original Apple Pencil tip and works well for writing, while the needle point with a rubberized tip has good resistance on glass but shows more noticeable wobble, making it less suitable for drawing.

How can viewers support the YouTube channel after watching the video?

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