Ultimate Surface Pen Roundup - How to identify and maintain every Surface Pen from 2013 to 2020

[@ravenryuu]

I’m using the surface pen no clip with my surface go. I also made sure to purchase this pen for my niece and nephew to use on their surface go 2 computers - they love the ability to draw and color with it, and I love using my pen for note taking 😁👍. I had no idea Microsoft bought out N-Trig. I always learn something new with your vids 😊.

[@Retrorama_Replay]

Thank you for making such a great concise little video❣️ After going round 'n round with buying smart pens (directly from Microsoft, with guidance from customer support!) only to find out they're not compatible, here you are with just the information I needed.

[@docsav1331]

Awesome job on this video! I learned what I was looking for and much more. Thank You!

[@BladeoftheImmortal2005]

thanks for this guide. been trying to find a legit one on ebay for cheaper than retail. this helps immensely.

[@gyozakeynsianism]

"If you've never used a AAAA battery before, don't worry, they're very easy and cheap to buy." Yes! Ugh, I hated hearing from tech reviewers about how "weird" and supposedly inconvenient it was to have a pen that requires an AAAA battery. They last nearly a YEAR and you get them where you get all your other stuff: on Amazon. These same reviewers thought sticking a pen with a lightening connector at the end into your iPad was both convenient and good design. Ugh! Tech journalists can be terrible.

[@gyozakeynsianism]

Anyway great video!

[@oztabletpc]

Lol. So true! Don't get me started on that lightning thing!

[@gyozakeynsianism]

@@oztabletpc And sorry about that other comment. I misheard you!

[@oztabletpc]

Aaah. Good to know. Sometimes the wrong words come out. Wouldn't be the first time! 😊

[@michajackson7516]

Ain't that the truth! Even if I didn't order one, I could easily get one from Walmart, HomeDepot, Lowes, CVS, Target, Advanced Auto, Ace Hardware and a few others!

[@carolrichmond6772]

PS. Love this presentation. Was just at the right level required for my learning. Thank you so much. Not assumptions made about people's capabilities.

[@giotissl]

It's a very interesting and helpful video for someone who is interested in buying a surface pen. Thank you!

[@AndrewPearsonFashion]

I wish they would release a newer pen with 2 side buttons! It was SO handy for photoshop, but the old pens with two buttons apparently don't have as much sensitivity.

[@lauratew]

Thank you! It was straight going to snip only. When I disconnected bluetooth and reconnected, it worked! :)

[@theslyder]

I've had a surprisingly difficult time identifying which pen I have so this video was extremely helpful for that. Unfortunately I haven't been able to find a disassembly guide or video for the No Clip pen. I stepped on it and the barrel button got stuck in the "in" position, and in an attempt to get inside I removed the tip/head of the pen and it hasn't worked since. I twisted the bottom to get it off (because that's how my old pens did it) and I'm worried it caused some kind of short since the nodes may have come into contact with the metal on the inside. I don't even know if that's how it works though, so who knows? Any ideas?

[@oztabletpc]

Hmmm, sounds like you would have a better idea than me! I've used this video as a bit of a reference before: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpTZg4yKl9yZY8k It's not the best quality, but it is in depth! It is for an older version of the pen too. From that video, I judge that repairing the pen is not very feasible. Let me know if you do have any success.

[@triplogger8968]

Great review....I was looking for surface pro 3 information and I was sure I will found some information on your channel....thanks for the content 😀

[@carolrichmond6772]

I am using the Surface Pen with two buttons at the side and the purple top. I haven't used it a lot but the battery i suspect is flat. I have replaced it and it will delete but not write. Could the cause be the tiny batteries in the pen top (once you have removed the spring?) Surely not if the 'delete' is working? *****I think now I have I listened to your full report, the answer is yes - replace the tiny batteries in the top.

[@troylollysaf9311]

Thx very informative. I originally wanted surface pen 2017. I ended up buying Renaisser Raphael 520 pen for pro 6 instead😂 I hate buying new batteries.

[@RoseKek]

Hello, i have a big doubt. I want a Surface Pen that supports tilt on Surface Go 3, but on the Microsoft Website it states that the only pen compatible with this function is the "Surface Pen with no Clip". My problem is that currently there are two models with this feature, i.e. the "EYU-00014" (with a circular head and no buttons) and the "EYU-00010" (that has an hexagonal shape and one single button). Do you think that both of them support tilt on Surface Go 3 and the difference is only an aesthetical one?

[@carl0ssa]

Hi Gilbertson! Thank you for the video. I have a Surface Pro 7 and I'm looking for the latest compatible Surface Pen model that supports pen and inking with 4096 pressure points, that features Bluetooth connectivity and tilt. Is that model released in June 2017? Or is there a newer model? Which is the model and the part number of that platinum color?

[@oztabletpc]

The Surface Pen from 2017 is current (Surface Pen with No Clip, shown at 4:50 in this video). All Surface pens with that shape will support tilt and 4096 levels of pressure.

MICROSOFT EYU-00050 SURFACE PEN M1776 SC ICE BLUE Eingabestift Ice Blue Is this the 2017 pen? I'm so confused... The online shop in germany has differrnt names, also doesn't say which surfaces its for...

[@oztabletpc]

Yes, that is the 2017 pen. It works on every Surface from Pro 3 - current models (excluding Surface Hub and Laptop Go).

[@coffeegaming964]

They do actually sell pen tips replacements on the website

[@oztabletpc]

For which pen? And which website?

[@ladymary9296]

Thank you

[@amirmahdi_s6343]

Very useful

[@WebbedPete]

BlueTooth is ALSO required to detect battery level (in Surface App)

[@oztabletpc]

Yes, that's true.

[@JackMatheson]

Interesting, my Surface Pro 4 pen (with clip) has a laminated battery guide that holds the battery - it's attached to the end cap. Did yours come off, or are they slightly different revisions?

[@oztabletpc]

Yes, it came off. I used to remove them as the did get in the way sometimes. My Pro 4 pen has seen better days!

[@aischa2488]

Informative video although it would have been helpful to see this in chonological order from first to last, because it was a little confusing to follow wich one you mean right now

[@canangunes800]

Whether I buy surface pen 2017 or surface pro 4 pen, I am stuck in between. I will be glad if you give an advice.

[@ServentofTheMostMerciful]

I think that if you can find the pro 4 pen used but great condition for 50$ or less (including shipping) on eBay go with that, it is basically just as good. I found 1 for 25$ and with fees/shipping all the way to canada it was 35$

[@asilattar2537]

I have the slim pen for my surface pro 7, but I feel uncomfortable while using it sometimes. Even the magnetic on the pen is very weak, it drops many times when I stuck it to the surface. Do you advise me to buy the 2017 version or is the slim pen better ? Excuse my English :).

[@oztabletpc]

The magnets on the 2017 pen and the shape of it give it a stronger hold on the Pro 7. I personally use the 2017 pen on my Pro 7 and the Slim Pen on the Pro X.

[@asilattar2537]

@@oztabletpc I bought the 2017 version, it’s an incredible pen. Thank you 👍🏻

[@timklett]

How to replace the Tip from the Surface Pen from the Pro 3 with the purple end

[@oztabletpc]

Good point! We didn't show it. Fortunately it's exactly the same as the Classroom Pen. So, you'll see how to do it at 8:46 in the video. Pull the tip out with some tweezer. Links to replacement tips in the description.

[@timklett]

@@oztabletpc thank you

[@tombouie]

Thks

[@outlawmusic23]

Thank uu

[@flameshinobi9733]

Which of these work with surface duo?

[@oztabletpc]

Any of them would work with the Duo.

[@yanwang1342]

After pairing with iPhone, the surface pen can not be turned on do you know how to fix it?

[@oztabletpc]

iPhones do not work with Surface pens. They do not have the required in screen hardware.

[@yanwang1342]

@@oztabletpc Thanks for your reply :). After pairing with an iphone. then I am trying to pairing with surface again but after holding the top button for 10 seconds the light can not be turned on. I don't know what happened. how can I reset the pen to factory default?

[@barronisme]

Slim pen shape is taken from the carpenter's pencil. I would prefer the regular shape - why mess up a good old design of a pen? There's a reason why almost pens/pencils come in the regular almost cylindrical shape.

[@oztabletpc]

Old pen still works. That said, the new design is very comfortable. For whatever reason, it seems lighter on the grip in long use for me.

[@brendadodd1075]

I have the pro 6 pen no clip.i don't use it often as I don't like how my tablet changes directions when pad is moved.

[@oztabletpc]

I'm not sure I understand pad is moved?

[@exee1]

go to the lower right of your screen and click the notification logo. Click on 'Rotation lock' and your pad won't move about. It is above the brightness adjustment slider.

[@christianwilliamson4252]

Are there any pen compatible with the surface rt

[@oztabletpc]

No, sorry. The Surface RT did not support active pens like these.

[@douglasfuentes2737]

What's a 4A battery

[@oztabletpc]

AAAA, E96 Alkaline battery. It's a standard battery, a little skinnier than a AAA.

[@douglasfuentes2737]

@@oztabletpc Thank you. I've never seen them b4

[@oztabletpc]

@@douglasfuentes2737 Yeah, they're not as common as AA or AAA, but they are usually pretty easy to find in stores.

[@jamesbullo]

I wish MS stuck with EMR pens.

[@oztabletpc]

They have thier benefits. Straight diagonal lines... ;-)

[@TurtlePower99]

the most confusing product ever.. which one is the newest... nobody will ever know

[@p.f.h.2146]

What are you talking about? The first one he discussed is the newest.