Apple's New $79 Pencil Lacks Key Features of Pricier Models

The new $79 Apple Pencil lacks pressure sensitivity, a key feature of the other models.

It charges via a hidden USB-C port instead of wirelessly like the 2nd gen Pencil.

Apple's detailed comparison chart shows the differences between the Pencil models.

The cheaper Pencil is best for writing, while the pricier ones are better for art.

Apple's Pencil and iPad lineups are now quite convoluted, making buying decisions frustrating.