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Apple Pencil (1st generation) | Pressure and Tilt Sensitivity | Lightning Connector Charging | USB-C Adapter Included
Write notes, sketch diagrams and mark up documents by hand on older iPad models, bought from a walk-in Nairobi store.
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Note: price and availability are subject to change without prior notice
Apple Pencil (1st generation) is in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 13,000, brand new and sealed with the USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter in the box. Made by Apple, the Apple Pencil (1st generation) reads both pressure and tilt, so lines get thicker when you press harder and turn into soft shading when you angle the tip. It pairs over Bluetooth and charges through its Lightning connector or the included adapter. You can buy the Apple Pencil (1st generation) at our store on the first floor of Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, and try it on an iPad before paying.
Built for university students, architects, doctors and content creators across Kenya, the Apple Pencil (1st generation) turns a compatible iPad into a notebook, sketchpad and signing pad. A Strathmore or Kenyatta University student can annotate lecture slides instead of printing them. A clinician can mark up scans, and an estate agent can sign a lease on the spot. A fingertip is too blunt for fine handwriting or small labels on a diagram. The pencil fixes that with a fine tip and palm rejection, so your hand can rest on the glass while you write.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell unbranded styluses as Apple stock, Mascom International sells only genuine, sealed units with a serial number you can check on Apple's coverage page. Customers across Nairobi tell us the hardest part is knowing which pencil fits their iPad, so we check your model before you pay. That matters because the Apple Pencil (1st generation) works only with specific iPad generations. Walk in to test it, or order on WhatsApp for pay-on-arrival delivery to all 47 counties, with same-day delivery within Nairobi.
Common Questions About the Apple Pencil (1st generation)
How much is the Apple Pencil (1st generation) in Kenya?
The Apple Pencil (1st generation) costs KSh 13,000 at Mascom International in Nairobi, brand new and sealed. That price covers the pencil, the USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter and a 6-month warranty against manufacturing defects. You pay on arrival anywhere in Kenya, so you never pay for a parcel before it reaches you. The Apple Pencil (USB-C) and Apple Pencil (2nd generation) sell at the same KSh 13,000, while the Apple Pencil Pro costs KSh 5,000 more at KSh 18,000. Which one you need depends on your iPad, not your budget.
Which iPad models work with the Apple Pencil (1st generation)?
The Apple Pencil (1st generation) works with the iPad 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th and 10th generation, the iPad Air 3rd generation and the iPad mini 5th generation. It also fits the original iPad Pro line: the 9.7-inch, the 10.5-inch and the first and second 12.9-inch models. It does not work with iPads that charge a pencil magnetically on the side. Send us your iPad model number on WhatsApp, found under Settings, General, About, and Mascom International will confirm the match before you pay.
How do I pair and charge the Apple Pencil (1st generation) with an iPad 10th generation?
With an iPad 10th generation, you pair and charge the Apple Pencil (1st generation) through the USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter in the box. Plug the pencil into one end of the adapter, run a USB-C cable from the iPad to the other end, and tap Pair when the prompt appears. On older iPads with a Lightning port, you remove the cap and plug the pencil straight into the iPad. Either way, the pencil draws charge from the tablet, so no wall socket is needed.
What is the difference between the Apple Pencil (1st generation) and the Apple Pencil (USB-C)?
The Apple Pencil (1st generation) senses pressure, while the Apple Pencil (USB-C) does not, and both cost KSh 13,000 at Mascom International. Pressure lets a line thicken as you press, which matters to artists and to note-takers who shade. The Apple Pencil (USB-C) charges through a USB-C port under a sliding cap and pairs with newer models such as recent iPad Air and iPad Pro tablets. Pick the 1st generation for a 6th to 10th generation iPad and for drawing. Pick the USB-C model if your newer iPad cannot use this one.
Does the Apple Pencil (1st generation) keep working during KPLC power cuts?
Yes, the Apple Pencil (1st generation) charges from your iPad itself, so a KPLC outage does not stop you writing. Plug it into a Lightning iPad, or into the adapter on an iPad 10th generation, and it takes power from the tablet. That suits students in hostels around Nairobi and Eldoret, where power often drops during exam weeks. Keep the iPad topped up from a power bank and both devices keep running. The small cap is easy to drop on a matatu, so many buyers keep the pencil in an iPad case with a holder.
Is the Apple Pencil (1st generation) good for medical and architecture students?
The Apple Pencil (1st generation) suits medical, architecture and science students who handwrite notes, label diagrams and work through equations. Apps such as GoodNotes, Notability and Apple Notes let you write over lecture PDFs and search your handwriting later. Students tell us it cuts their printing costs, because slides stay on the iPad instead of paper. Tilt sensing helps when shading anatomy sketches or drawing circuit layouts. You can pay with Lipa na M-Pesa at our Kimathi Street store or on delivery.
Who should buy the Apple Pencil (1st generation), and who should skip it?
Buy the Apple Pencil (1st generation) if you own an iPad from the 6th to 10th generation and want pressure-sensitive writing or drawing at KSh 13,000. It suits students, sketchers and anyone who signs documents on an older iPad. Skip it if your iPad charges a pencil magnetically on its side, because it will not pair. Owners of a recent iPad Pro or iPad Air should look at the Apple Pencil Pro, while iPad Pro owners from 2018 to 2022 need the Apple Pencil (2nd generation). Both are in stock at Mascom International.
Is the Apple Pencil (1st generation) still worth buying in 2026?
Yes, the Apple Pencil (1st generation) is still worth buying in 2026 if your iPad supports it and you want pressure-sensitive input. Many Kenyan families and schools still use iPad 9th and 10th generation tablets, and for both this is the only Apple pencil with pressure sensing. The design is older, with a round barrel that can roll off a desk and a cap you must keep track of. Those are handling quirks, not limits on what it can do. Writing feel and accuracy cover what most note-takers and sketchers need every day.
Technical Specifications
Core Function and Drawing Input
- Pressure sensitivity — press harder and the line gets thicker or darker, the way a real pencil or brush behaves on paper.
- Tilt sensitivity — angle the tip and drawing apps switch to broad shading strokes, useful for sketches, maps and anatomy drawings.
- Palm rejection — rest your hand on the iPad screen while writing and the glass ignores it, so stray marks stay off the page.
- Low latency, the delay between tip and ink — strokes appear almost instantly, so handwriting feels like pen on paper.
- Bluetooth pairing — the pencil links wirelessly to your iPad after a one-time pairing, with no app or driver to install.
- Battery status — remaining charge shows in the iPad Batteries widget, so you can top up before a lecture or client meeting.
Compatibility
- iPad 6th, 7th, 8th and 9th generation — these Lightning-port tablets pair with and charge the pencil when you plug it straight in.
- iPad 10th generation — pairs and charges through the included USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter and a USB-C cable.
- iPad Air 3rd generation and iPad mini 5th generation — both supported, giving owners of these 2019 models a full drawing tool.
- iPad Pro 9.7-inch, 10.5-inch and 12.9-inch first and second generation — the original iPad Pro line works fully with it.
- Not compatible — iPads that hold and charge a pencil magnetically on the side, including every iPad Pro released from 2018 onward.
- App support — works in Notes, Freeform, GoodNotes, Notability, Procreate and Microsoft OneNote, plus any app that accepts iPad handwriting.
Build and Design
- Diameter of 8.9 mm and length of 175.7 mm — close to a regular wooden pencil, so the grip feels familiar from the first stroke.
- Weight of 20.7 g — light enough for long note-taking sessions, with little hand strain across a three-hour lecture.
- Round white barrel with a glossy finish — the classic Apple look, though it can roll on a sloped desk, so use a case slot.
- Removable cap — covers the Lightning connector at the back and comes off only when you charge or pair the pencil.
- Replaceable tip — the tip unscrews, so a worn tip can be swapped without replacing the whole pencil.
Inclusions
- Apple Pencil (1st generation) — sealed in Apple retail packaging, with its serial number printed on the box.
- USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter — needed to pair and charge with an iPad 10th generation, and handy for charging from any USB-C cable.
- No power adapter — charging runs from your iPad or from a USB-C cable you already own.
- Genuine serial number — enter it on Apple's coverage page to confirm the unit is authentic before or after you buy.
- 6-month Mascom International warranty — covers manufacturing defects, with claims handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk.
Package Contents
Each sealed box holds the Apple Pencil (1st generation) with its cap fitted and the USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter. The adapter is what lets the pencil pair with and charge from an iPad 10th generation; older Lightning iPads do not need it. No wall charger or cable comes in the box, since the pencil draws its power from your iPad. Compatible USB-C cables are sold separately at Mascom International if you do not already have one.
Warranty
Mascom International backs the Apple Pencil (1st generation) with a 6-month warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal use, such as a pencil that will not pair or hold a charge. Bring the pencil and your receipt to our Nairobi CBD service desk at Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, and our team handles the claim.
Where to Buy the Apple Pencil (1st generation) in Kenya
The Apple Pencil (1st generation) is on the shelf at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your iPad and write a few lines before you pay, so you leave knowing it pairs. It comes in Apple's standard white finish.
Reach our team directly on any of these:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver with pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs receive orders the same day, and other major towns such as Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru and Eldoret receive them the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Your purchase is backed by the 6-month warranty above. We publish honest specifications, keep our prices accurate, and stand behind every pencil with after-sales help from a store you can walk into.
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