Apple Buyer's Guide: When to Buy

Data-driven timing recommendations based on product release cycles

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Apple Pencil Pro product image

Apple Pencil Pro

Neutral
Mid-cycle

Just focus on which iPad models are compatible with Apple Pencil.

Days Since Release 557 days
53%
2024-05-07

Average Cycle 1054 days

Refresh History

Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
2018-102016 days
Apple Pencil (1st generation)
2015-091147 days
Apple Pencil (USB-C) product image

Apple Pencil (USB-C)

Caution
Late-cycle

Just focus on which iPad models are compatible with Apple Pencil.

Days Since Release 760 days
72%
2023-10-17

Average Cycle 1054 days

Refresh History

Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
2018-101813 days
Apple Pencil (1st generation)
2015-091147 days
AirTag product image

AirTag

First Generation
Refer to Release Days

Apple expands the Find My ecosystem with AirTag, an iPhone accessory that provides a private and secure way to easily locate the items that matter most.

Days Since Release 1670 days
100%
2021-04-20