GoKawiilApple brings Pencil support to iPhone Duo via iOS 27.2, ahead of schedule
Apple will enable Apple Pencil compatibility on the iPhone Duo with iOS 27.2, which is set to launch publicly around October 26. The feature was confirmed working in the iOS 27.2 release candidate by Max Weinbach, and only the USB-C Apple Pencil model is supported, not the Pro or standard versions. Apple had previously said Pencil support would arrive 'later this year' without specifying a date.
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The earlier-than-expected rollout suggests Apple moved up a feature many assumed would land alongside December software updates, possibly to strengthen the Duo's appeal shortly after launch reviews. Requiring the USB-C Pencil model specifically could drive additional accessory purchases from new Duo owners who already own other Pencil variants.
- Apple Pencil support for iPhone Duo arrives with iOS 27.2, expected around October 26
- Only the USB-C Apple Pencil model works with iPhone Duo
- Pre-order customers receiving Duo units this Friday will get support within days
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