{
  "id": 4441547,
  "title": "Apple Pencil for iPhone Ultra Was Tested",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/apple-pencil-for-iphone-ultra-was-tested",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-30T14:27:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MacRumors",
    "slug": "macrumors",
    "url": "https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/30/apple-pencil-for-iphone-ultra-was-tested/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple has internally prototyped and tested an Apple Pencil for the upcoming foldable iPhone. However, Gurman suggests it is unlikely the accessory will be released. The Apple Pencil being tested for the foldable iPhone is described as having a stubbier design compared to versions for iPads. It is said to be designed to magnetically attach and charge on the side of the device. It's worth noting that Steve Jobs famously dismissed smartphone styluses during the original iPhone's unveiling in 2007. Apple is anticipated to showcase the foldable iPhone during its September 9 event, with rumors pointing towards the device being named iPhone Ultra.",
  "summary": "Apple has internally prototyped, tested, and considered launching an Apple Pencil for the upcoming foldable iPhone, according to Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman . However, he said it is unlikely that the accessory will be released. In his Power On newsletter today, Gurman said the Apple Pencil tested for the foldable iPhone is stubbier than the versions for iPads. He said the Apple Pencil for the…",
  "key_points": [
    "Apple tested Apple Pencil for upcoming foldable iPhone.",
    "Stubbier design with magnetic attachment and charging.",
    "iPhone Ultra expected at September 9 event."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}