Multifunction touch pens for iPhone lead supply

Makers are improving aesthetic qualities and integrating more features to enhance selections.

TOP TRENDS

• Multifunctionality: China manufacturers are releasing models that can serve various functions to match client requirements and broaden reach. More variants come with ballpoint, gel or fountain pens. Suppliers also bundle a laser pointer or stylus pen that can work with resistive touchscreens.
  
• Improved performance: To ensure high performance, manufacturers adopt IR and ultrasonic technology. Products are likewise designed to transmit data to smartphones via Bluetooth.
  
• Varied materials: Upscale models employ copper or stainless steel, with a plated or polished surface finish. Single-function types usually have a more compact housing style. Formal business pen types are increasingly becoming popular, especially in the high end.
  
• Sales forecast: The majority of makers expect thinner margins amid financial uncertainties in traditional markets such as the EU and the US. To boost revenue, several will explore other destinations, including South America and Asia.
  

PRODUCT GALLERY

Avantronics Ltd
Model: Avantree STLS-04-BLK
Description: With ballpoint pen; changeable ballpen core; black, white, silver, wine red

Leso International Ltd
Model: AIP-Stylus-1232
Description: Copper; spray-painted surface finish; 13x134mm; 43g; black, white, red, silver

Newell Electronics Co. Ltd
Model: NW-iPA437
Description: Soft rubber tip; aluminum; 115x12mm; various colors available

Shenzhen Acme Pen Co. Ltd
Model: 1414B-T
Description: Multifunction pen; brass barrel with clear acrylic; 140x10mm

Shenzhen DragonPro Network Technology Co. Ltd
Model: Sam-DP(A62)
Description: Copper bumper; 9x52mm; pink, blue, silver, black

Yifang Digital Technology Co. Ltd
Model: XN303i
Description: PC, ABS, metal; can store up to 100 A4 notes in JPEG format with internal memory; 0.2mm accuracy