My brand new iPad and Apple Pencil won’t connect…

I just got a new iPad (iPad Air) and Apple Pencil (2nd generation) and every time I try to pair the two nothing happens. When I connect the Pencil to magnetic side of the iPad, usually something should pop up asking to pair the two devices, but nothing does. I have tried leaving the pencil on the iPad charging overnight, resetting the iPad, resetting the iPads network, updating the iPads software, and turning off and on Bluetooth multiple times. I really don’t want to have to make a trip to the Apple Store, so if anyone knows how to help I would really appreciate it!!!! Thanks

iPad Air, iPadOS 18

Posted on Dec 26, 2024 1:20 PM

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Dec 26, 2024 2:04 PM in response to ElizabethK2

Which iPad Air do you have? The Apple Pencil 2 is compatible with the following models.


You can use Apple Pencil Pro with these iPad models: 

  • iPad Pro 13-inch (M4)
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
  • iPad Air 13-inch (M2) 
  • iPad Air 11-inch (M2) 
  • iPad mini (A17 Pro)


Apple Pencil compatibility - Apple Support


If your devices are compatible, then the info in this link may help:

If you can't pair Apple Pencil with your iPad - Apple Support


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