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gio.bertelli
User level: Level 1 (10 points)

Apple Pencil not working on iPadOS 27

I had not used my iPad during the last week, my Apple Pencil is always in the case with the iPad being charged. Today I updated to 27, took out the pencil and it immediately disconnected. When I put it back in the case it connected again showing a charging status of 100%. I tried deleting it from the Bluetooth devices, it immediately reconnected when I put it back in the case (not showing any message outside the small “apple pencil” balloon) but still doesn’t work.

Is anyone experiencing the same problem? I had no problem the last time I used it, last week, on iPadOS 26.


I've already tried fully resetting the iPad but the problem is still there. I wrote about it on reddit and found a few people who are facing the same problem. Is anyone able to help? Any suggestions about what should I do?


I'm using an M3 iPad with a 2nd gen Apple Pencil.

Posted on Sep 15, 2026 11:47 PM

12 replies

Zaqwsxcderfv
User level: Level 1 (28 points)

Oct 13, 2026 11:51 PM in response to Zaqwsxcderfv

Sorry for the late reply.

I did receive a workaround from the Procreate support 🙏 that worked for me!


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If your issue started right after updating to iPadOS 27, it might be caused by theZoom feature in your Accessibility settings. Could you please go to your iPad Settings > Accessibility > Zoom and turn Zoom off? Once it is disabled, please check if you are able to draw in Procreate.


This issue also affects other apps that use Apple Pencil pressure. We have flagged this with Apple and hope it will be resolved in a future update.

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LotusPilot
User level: Level 10 (334,506 points)

Sep 16, 2026 7:59 AM in response to gio.bertelli

Your Apple Pencil is exhibiting symptoms of a failing battery - that will not reliably accept or hold any charge. Your discovery of the problem subsequent to updating your iPad to iPadOS 27 may be no more then coincidence.


The tiny internal Li-ion battery is susceptible to permanent/irreversible damage through being left discharged for long periods. Even some “new” pencils can exhibit signs of failure out-of-the-box if they are “old stock”. It is essential that if you have an Apple Pencil that you charge it regularly - whether used or not - so as to protect the battery from deep-discharge. Never allow an Apple Pencil to remain in low-charge state for any period of time - as the internal battery will fail, rendering the Pencil useless. Setting aside an unused Pencil, for extended periods, is a recipe for premature death of the Pencil battery.


If the Pencil Battery has failed, the only remedy is to replace the Pencil. If the battery has failed and your pencil is within its one-year warranty, you should look to having it replaced by your retailer or at an Apple Store.


You would be best advised to visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) - where the technicians will be able to test and assess your iPad and Pencil. If a fault is identified, you’ll be in the best possible place to explore your available options:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

Morituri01
User level: Level 1 (8 points)

Sep 16, 2026 12:29 PM in response to LotusPilot

This might not be the case.


There are a number of people reporting, me included, that Apple Pencil / Pencil Pro is not working since upgrading to iPadOS 27.


Reports of Resetting All Settings might cure the issue.

LotusPilot
User level: Level 10 (334,506 points)

Sep 16, 2026 2:39 PM in response to Morituri01

Morituri01 wrote:
This might not be the case.
There are a number of people reporting, me included, that Apple Pencil / Pencil Pro is not working since upgrading to iPadOS 27.
Reports of Resetting All Settings might cure the issue.


In recognising that there may be other potential causes, the recommendation to visit an Apple Genius Bar for additional troubleshooting was made...

TenzingT
User level: Level 1 (8 points)

Sep 23, 2026 8:41 PM in response to gio.bertelli

Similar case with mine ipad too, im using ipad air m3 and updated to ipadOS 27 few days ago. my apple pencil pro was working fine but suddenly the battery percentage started dropping even when it is attached to the ipad. when i detach and re attach the pencil it show charging icon but the percentage won’t go up. I tried restarting the ipad but still same issue. I know its nothing to do with the battery inside the pencil , it may some bugs in the OS itself.

Tanneharris
User level: Level 1 (8 points)

Nov 10, 2026 5:11 PM in response to gio.bertelli

I am having the same problem. I have 2 pencil pros (I have kids who lost one then after I bought a new one found the other one 🤦🏼‍♀️) anywho, after I updated both stopped working. They would connect but would do nothing on the iPad. I have tried every fix I could find even the zoom thing and nothing works. I took the one that was still warranties to Best Buy and get my one pencil back tomorrow hopefully it will work. I hate that my other one does not work! They need to fix this we paid a lot of money for these pencils for them not to work with the darn updates!!!!

jean-guy194
User level: Level 1 (8 points)

Sep 30, 2026 2:32 AM in response to TenzingT

It seems to be the bluetooth connection that is faulty since ios26. I constantly have to restart bluetooth for my headphones, and now my pencil.

fábio161
User level: Level 1 (128 points)

Sep 17, 2026 2:09 PM in response to gio.bertelli

I use the Apple Pencil USB-C in my iPad 27 and it is working properly.


Firmware Version: 9201.9201.0010.0000 

Hardware Version: 000A 

Model: A3085


Are you using an Apple Pencil Pro? Or maybe another version of the USB-C? 

Zaqwsxcderfv
User level: Level 1 (28 points)

Sep 28, 2026 9:59 AM in response to gio.bertelli

I'm also encountering issues with the apple pencil 2 on my ipad mini (MK7P3LL/A), since update the ipados to 27 it is impossible to draw using Procreate v5.4.14, the pencil works with menues etc. tried another pencil 2 with same issue.

Clearly not upgrading my ipad pro as drawing with Procreate is essential for me.

mrbigdaddy89
User level: Level 1 (10 points)

Oct 10, 2026 8:39 PM in response to gio.bertelli

Same issues here. iPad Pro 11 second generation and a second generation Apple Pencil. The iPad won’t charge the pencil. I always keep it connected so it’s never sitting being uncharged. Now since the upgrade it won’t charge the pencil. It seems like tons of people are having this issue so hopefully Apple will address it!

Fabian-s
User level: Level 1 (8 points)

Oct 13, 2026 1:22 PM in response to TenzingT

iPad Air m3 aswell, apple pencil pro is charging but the percentage stays the same

Fabian-s
User level: Level 1 (8 points)

Oct 13, 2026 1:23 PM in response to Zaqwsxcderfv

Same Problem, iPad air m3 with apple pencil pro. Since iOS 27 my procreate brushes hover but dont draw

Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256357881