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Frequently Asked Questions
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Both Apple Pencil (2nd generation) and Apple Pencil (USB-C) are compatible with this iPad Air.
Apple Pencil (2nd generation) pairs wirelessly and attaches magnetically for charging and storage.
Apple Pencil (USB-C) pairs via USB-C Charge Cable and attaches magnetically for storage.
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The Magic Keyboard and Smart Keyboard Folio are compatible with this iPad. They’re also compatible with the 11‑inch iPad Pro (1st, 2nd, and 3rd generation). Third-party keyboards are also available.
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Newer Wi-Fi + Cellular models include built-in eSIM technology that acts as a digital SIM card. There are a few ways to activate an eSIM on your iPad, including downloading it to the iPad itself, scanning a QR code, or using an app from a network provider.* With eSIM, you can choose mobile data plans from selected network providers in more than 180 countries and regions around the world. Learn more about setting up eSIM.
Wi-Fi + Cellular models with embedded eSIM technology include iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation or later), iPad Pro 11‑inch (1st generation or later), iPad Air (3rd generation or later), iPad (7th generation or later) and iPad mini (5th and 6th generation).
All Wi-Fi + Cellular models include a nano-SIM tray that supports a network provider SIM card.
More information on iPad support for LTE networks by network provider and country or region
* Not all providers support eSIM. See your provider for more details. The eSIM technology works with iPad Pro 11‑inch (1st generation or later), iPad Pro 12.9‑inch (3rd generation or later), iPad Air (3rd generation or later), iPad (7th generation or later) and iPad mini (5th and 6th generation).
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Which iPad is right for you?
iPad Pro
The ultimate iPad experience with the most advanced technology.
12.9” or 11”
Liquid Retina XDR display or Liquid Retina displayFootnote²
ProMotion technology
P3 wide colour
Anti-reflective coating
M2 chip
12MP Ultra Wide front camera
TrueDepth camera system
12MP Wide camera
10MP Ultra Wide camera
4K video, ProRes
Face ID
USB-C connector
5G cellularFootnote³
Supports Apple Pencil
(2nd generation)
Supports Apple Pencil
(USB-C)
Supports Magic Keyboard
Supports Smart Keyboard Folio
iPad Air
Serious performance in a thin and light design.
10.9”
Liquid Retina displayFootnote²
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P3 wide colour
Anti-reflective coating
M1 chip
12MP Ultra Wide front camera
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12MP Wide camera
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4K video
Touch ID in top button
USB-C connector
5G cellularFootnote³
Supports Apple Pencil
(2nd generation)
Supports Apple Pencil
(USB-C)
Supports Magic Keyboard
Supports Smart Keyboard Folio
iPad 10th generation
The colourful, all-screen iPad for the things you do every day.
10.9”
Liquid Retina displayFootnote²
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sRGB colour
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A14 Bionic chip
Landscape 12MP Ultra Wide front camera
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12MP Wide camera
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4K video
Touch ID in top button
USB-C connector
5G cellularFootnote³
Supports Apple Pencil
(USB-C)
Supports Apple Pencil
(1st generation)Footnote⁴
Supports Magic Keyboard Folio
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iPad9th generation
All the essentials in the most affordable iPad.
10.2”
Retina display
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sRGB colour
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A13 Bionic chip
12MP Ultra Wide front camera
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8MP Wide camera
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1080p video
Touch ID in Home button
Lightning connector
4G LTE cellularFootnote³
Supports Apple Pencil
(1st generation)
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Supports Smart Keyboard
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iPad mini
The full iPad experience designed to fit in one hand.
8.3”
Liquid Retina displayFootnote²
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P3 wide colour
Anti-reflective coating
A15 Bionic chip
12MP Ultra Wide front camera
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12MP Wide camera
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4K video
Touch ID in top button
USB-C connector
5G cellularFootnote³
Supports Apple Pencil
(2nd generation)
Supports Apple Pencil
(USB-C)
Supports Bluetooth keyboards
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