{
  "id": 3616482,
  "title": "Astropad Launches Rock Paper Pencil 4.0 With New Graphite Apple Pencil Tip",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/astropad-launches-rock-paper-pencil-4-0-with-new-graphite-apple",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-26T23:26:07.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MacRumors",
    "slug": "macrumors",
    "url": "https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/26/astropad-rock-paper-pencil-4/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Astropad has released an updated version of its Rock Paper Pencil combo, now at version 4.0, designed for the iPad. This combo combines a screen protector with a custom Apple Pencil tip to deliver a paper-like writing experience. The new version includes two Apple Pencil tips - one with a smooth ballpoint feel and another that simulates a soft graphite pencil. The graphite tip is said to feel like a 2B pencil, perfect for sketching or shading, and even produces a pencil-on-paper sound. The ballpoint tip mimics the feel of a smooth gel pen, ideal for writing and linework. The screen protector, reusable and residue-free, uses Astropad's NanoCling technology to attach without adhesive. Its paper-like texture comes from a microscopic surface that adds slight friction to enhance control. The screen protector can be stored in a protective sleeve when not in use. Compatible with most iPads and all Apple Pencil models, including the Pro, Rock Paper Pencil 4.0 is available for $49.99 on Astropad's website. Astropad is offering a $20 \"Peel It Off\" promotion for users who switch to the product and share their experience on social media.",
  "summary": "Astropad today launched Rock Paper Pencil 4.0 , an updated version of its screen protector and Apple Pencil tip combo made for the iPad . Rock Paper Pencil offers a paper-like writing experience on a tablet display by pairing a paper-textured screen protector with custom tips for the ‌Apple Pencil‌. The new version of the product comes with two ‌Apple Pencil‌ tips, one with a…",
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "9to5Mac",
        "title": "Astropad’s new Rock Paper Pencil 4 adds a graphite feel to Apple Pencil and iPad",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/astropads-new-rock-paper-pencil-4-adds-a-graphite-feel-to-apple",
        "published": "2026-08-26T18:00:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}