# Third-Party Tablet Styluses The NovaPlus A8 Duo Has Dual Charging Modes By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-11-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novaplus-a8-duo References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/apple-pencil-alternative-08-11-2022/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/novaplus-a8-duo-the-default-stylus-for-ipad?utm_source=kickbooster-direct&utm_medium=kickbooster&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=e17a1576)  The NovaPlus A8 Duo stylus is positioned as a third-party device for tablet users to choose when looking for a functional, cost-effective alternative to existing options on the market. The stylus features a [dual charging modes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-writing-device) to power up magnetically on the side of an [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adonit-neo-pro) or through a USB-C connection. The device also has a small indicator light to provide status updates related to its charge level and connectivity mode. The stylus features a smart battery that's rated to provide up to 12-hours of use on a 40-minute charge. The NovaPlus A8 Duo stylus also features [drawing tool shortcuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moto-pen) to streamline the user experience and can be shifted from one to another with a simple double tap. The stylus is accented by an NX wear-resistant nib rated for 30-kilometers of use. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Dual-charging Tablet Styluses:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity to create tablet styluses that offer dual charging modes and long-lasting batteries for extended use. - **Smart Tablet Styluses:** A trend towards styluses with smart battery technology and customizable drawing shortcuts has emerged in the tablet industry. - **Durable Tablet Styluses:** There is a demand for more durable tablet styluses, as shown by the emergence of wear-resistant nibs in recent releases. ### Who This Affects Most - **Tablet Accessories:** The trend towards functional, cost-effective, and innovative third-party tablet styluses presents an opportunity for businesses in the tablet accessory industry. - **Consumer Electronics:** The emergence of dual-charging, smart, and durable styluses highlights a trend towards innovation in consumer electronics. - **Office Supplies:** Companies selling office supplies can expand their offerings by providing cost-effective and functional styluses for tablet users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Magnetic Low-Cost Tablet Styluses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adonit-neo-pro.md) - [Magnetic Wirelessly Charged Stylus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pro-stylus-2.md) - [Multifunctional Stylus Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mkq.md) - [Low-Cost Entry-Level Styluses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-apple-pencil.md) - [Premium Tablet Styluses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-2.md) - [Education-Focused Styluses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-pen.md) - [Digital Creativity Tablet Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ugee-trio-pad-ut3.md) - [Multifunctional Touchpad Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchpad-drawing-tablet.md) - [Antimicrobial Tablet Styluses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antimicrobial-active-stylus-for-ipad.md)