Which Apple Pencil you own will depend on your iPad (see our Apple Pencil vs Apple Pencil 2 guide). The stylus has become a staple in many a creative's toolbox, and this list of the best apps for art creation, note-taking and 3D design, will help Apple Pencil owners get the most out of this tool. Since then, Apple has released the Apple Pencil Gen 2 fully equipped with wireless charging, double-tap to change tools and magnetic pairing.