ESR launches an affordable Apple Pencil alternative with Find My support – 9to5Mac
At CES 2025, ESR unveiled the new Geo Digital Pencil, an affordable iPad stylus. It supports the Find My network, allowing you to locate your pencil virtually anywhere if it gets lost, similar to the new Apple Pencil Pro unveiled early last year.The new Geo Digital Pencil can magnetically attach to the side of the iPad, although it doesn’t recharge that way. It attaches to all modern iPads, 2018 iPad Pro and newer, but not the iPad (10th generation). ESR offers it in three colors: pink, white, and black.It supports USB-C fast charging, allowing you to fully recharge the Geo Digital Pencil in just 30 minutes. Once charged, it delivers around 12 hours of continuous use on a single charge.ESR promises smooth and precise performance, with palm rejection, tilt sensitivity, and a fine 1.5mm tip for detailed writing and drawing. The Geo Digital Pencil also offers a shortcut button at the bottom, and shares the battery percentage over bluetooth, allowing you to easily keep track of when you need to recharge.In terms of Find My support, it uses an Apple-certified Find My module, allowing users to have real-time location tracking. It also offers an integrated speaker, allowing you to find it easier.You can purchase the ESR Geo Digital Pencil today on Amazon for just $29.99. It comes with a USB-C cable and a few tip replacements in the box. It’s available with 2-day delivery.Follow Michael: X/Twitter, Bluesky, InstagramFTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.Check out 9to5Mac on YouTube for more Apple news:Michael is 9to5Mac’s Weekend Editor, keeping up with all of the latest Apple news on Saturday and Sunday. He got started in the world of Apple news during the pandemic, and it became a growing hobby. He’s also an indie iOS developer in his free time, and has published numerous apps over the years.Manage push notifications
