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You can check your Apple Pencil battery in two different ways, depending on whether you have a first or second generation Pencil.
With a second generation Apple Pencil, you ll need to have Bluetooth turned on to use the magnetic connector option at the top of the iPad it will also charge this way.
You can check your first generation Apple Pencil battery through the Widgets screen in your iPad s Notification Center and charge it via its Lightning connector.
There s nothing quite so annoying as getting into a flow state, only to have the technology you re using lose power, bringing everything to a halt. For those who use the Apple Pencil with an iPad, that experience can be all too common since the Pencil itself doesn t display battery life.
How to Disable Notification Center on iPhone Lock Screen
Apr 7, 2021, 9:00 am EDT
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By default, anyone can see your iPhone or iPad Notification Center while your device is locked by swiping upward on the lock screen. There, they can see an overview of your recent notifications. Luckily, it’s easy to turn it off while locked. Here’s how.
To get started, open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
In Settings, locate “Face ID & Passcode” (for devices with Face ID) or “Touch ID & Passcode” (for devices with a home button) and tap it.
Next, enter your passcode.