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Apple has obtained a patent that could change the way Apple Pencil is used. The patent, called "Multi-function stylus with replaceable modules", covers the nib (or nib) used on the Apple Pencil. There are many reasons why Apple Pencil users want to change their stylus tips (the late Steve Jobs should be fully respected). First of all, the nib on the digital pen may have been used up and needs to be replaced. However, another reason for changing the Apple Pencil Tips is to change the functionality of the attachment.

Or, as stated in Apple's patent, "the stylus can provide interchangeability of a variety of removable components, such as a removable functional terminal module that covers the connector for charging and communicating with the stylus." various removable components provide unique functions that allow users to select various functions by using various functional terminal modules. "

Some of the changes discussed in Apple patents include "color, shape, thickness, size, brightness or opacity". The pen tip (referred to in the patent as the "end connector") can be removed from the body and has multiple sensors. The tactile sensor will detect when the pen tip touches the surface. Other sensors listed in the patent include "touch sensors, capacitive sensors, touch sensors, cameras, piezoelectric sensors, pressure sensors or photodiodes". Other possible functions in the attachment may be direction detectors, gyroscopes, accelerometers, biometric identifiers, monitors, switches, buttons, speakers, compass, microphones, cameras, or voice coils.

Currently, Apple offers two Apple Pencil models that are compatible with specific iPad models. Providing interchangeable tips may not only be a revenue-generating tool for Apple, but also an easy way for users to extend add-ons. The $1 million question (in the case of Apple, it could actually be $1 million) is whether Apple will eventually add Pencil support to its iPhone. Considering that Samsung's versatile S Pen now works with the 6.8-inch screen on the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G. But the Galaxy Note product line has been unlocked for years, this accessory must be purchased separately, and there is no room for S Pen on the phone.

Although there have been rumors of Apple Pencil entering iPhone for many years, this has not happened yet. Does Apple want to commemorate the late co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs? The executive famously let go of his stylus when he launched the iPhone in January 2007. At that time, before touch screens were widely used, many smartphones had stylus to help users navigate through the UI. It should be pointed out that these stylus are not as omnipotent as today's digital pens. Most of them are made only of cutting-edge plastic.

Today, some manufacturers make touch pens to make mobile phones. The LG Stylo is a popular mid-range model. A 5G phone is expected to be released early this year, which will be the seventh generation of the model. Last year, Motorola released a mid-range Moto G stylus.

Just because Apple has patented the technology doesn't mean it will be used. Still, providing interchangeable tips for Apple Pencil seems to be a win-win situation for both users and Apple. The patent number is 10rec 921 pr 907, which was originally filed by Apple in April 2017.

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