Rock Paper Pencil v3.0 — iPad Paper Screen Protector + Apple Pencil Tips
Short summary
This article outlines the Rock Paper Pencil bundle, which pairs a reusable nano-texture screen protector with a stainless steel ballpoint Apple Pencil tip to mimic paper friction on iPad. It covers compatibility, installation, the $20 rebate for peeling off old protectors, shipping/return policies, and key features like static-cling application and pencil-tip precision.
- The v3.0 upgrade uses a stainless-steel ballpoint tip (replacing copper-alloy) for better wear/chip resistance, paired with a screen protector offering 3x the scratch resistance
- Installation uses static cling (NanoCling) rather than adhesive, allowing bubble-free, residue-free application and removal
- Peeling off an old protector and posting a video about it earns a $20 rebate
- The ballpoint tip is designed to work specifically with this protector, and stacking multiple protectors isn't recommended
Full summary
Rock Paper Pencil combines a matte nano-texture screen protector and a stainless-steel ballpoint Apple Pencil tip to recreate the feel of fine-grain paper on your iPad. The kit ships with one reusable screen protector, two ballpoint tips compatible with all Apple Pencil models (including the new Pencil Pro), and a protective sleeve. Installation relies on NanoCling static cling—no adhesive residue, bubble-free application, and easy removal for when you want to switch back to a crystal-clear display.
Compatibility spans most modern iPads: Pro models from 10.5- to 13-inch (up to M4, 2024, plus new M3 Air and 2025 11th-gen), Air 10.9- to 13-inch (4th-5th gens and M2/M3), Mini 6-7, 10.2-inch 7th-9th gens, and the 10th-gen standard iPad. U.S. shipping costs $5 (3–5 business days); international rates, duties and VAT apply at checkout, with delivery in 14–21 business days. Returns or exchanges are accepted within 30 days.
The latest version ups durability and “tooth.” The stainless-steel tip resists wear and chipping far better than previous copper-alloy cores. The screen texture offers three times the scratch resistance, plus smoother, more controlled strokes. Users who peel off their old protector, share a video online, and submit the link earn a $20 rebate. FAQ notes: the ballpoint tip works best only with this protector, fingers and keyboards still function normally, and stacking protectors isn’t recommended.