Artists can now put Pencil to virtual Paper with FiftyThree's new stylus, now available in the U.S. and Canada for $49.95.
Dubbed Pencil, the new mobile hardware accessory works just as its name suggests — write, erase, and create directly on your iPad.
"Pencil is the most natural and expressive tool for getting ideas on Paper," FiftyThree said in a blog post, which called the stylus "a beautiful blend of advanced technology and artisanal craft."
With features like palm rejection, a built-in eraser, and hands-on blending, Pencil seamlessly connects to the iPad-only app Paper. Users can rest their hand on the screen as they write, draw, and color from any angle without interference. And when they get a little overexcited, the unique built-in eraser makes it easy to start over.
The Paper app can determine the difference between the stylus and your finger, allowing for hands-on blending directly on the page.
"On top of the expressive features, we've radically simplified critical details," FiftyThree boasted, citing Pencil's long-lasting battery, simple Bluetooth connection, and additional tools available for free with Pencil.
A full charge of the Pencil should last one month with normal use; owners can remove the rechargeable lithium-polymer battery to charge on any USB port.
The sleek stylus connects only to the iPad Air, iPad 4, iPad 3, iPad mini, and Retina iPad mini; it is not tuned for the iPad 2. It will, however, work as a non-connected stylus in any other app and on any touch-screen device.
Available in two models — the sustainable hardwood Walnut (with iPad Smart Cover-compatible magnetic snap for an added $10) and black-brushed aluminum Graphite — Pencil is now available to purchase online. Orders are expected to ship within two to three weeks; U.S. orders placed before Dec. 6 will arrive before Christmas.
Included in the package are the Pencil, a rechargeable battery, an extra tip and an extra eraser.
"It's been a long road to bring Pencil into the world," FiftyThree said. "You'll find the same thoughtful attention to detail that you appreciate in our software has been applied in equal measure to every aspect of Pencil."
Paper hit the Apple iTunes Store in March 2012, earning the title of 2012 iPad App of the Year, before maker FiftyThree received a $15 million investor boost in June.
Check out the Pencil in action in the video below.