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Frequently Asked Questions
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Apple Pencil (2nd generation). It attaches magnetically for wireless pairing and charging.
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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 carrier.* With eSIM, you can choose cellular data plans from select carriers 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 carrier SIM card.
More information on iPad support for LTE networks by carrier and country or region
* Not all carriers support eSIM. See your carrier for more details. Not available in China mainland. 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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If you already have Apple Card and want to purchase your iPad with Apple Card Monthly Installments, select it as your payment option during checkout. You’ll receive 3% Daily Cash back up front and pay for your new device over time, interest-free◊ when you choose to check out with Apple Card Monthly Installments. If you don’t have Apple Card yet, you can apply for one in as little as a minute when you select Apple Card Monthly Installments as your payment option and use it for your purchase.
Learn more about Apple Card Monthly Installments
If you used your Apple Card to pay in full, but you meant to take advantage of interest-free financing using Apple Card Monthly Installments, we can help you get switched over. Contact an Apple Card Specialist at 877-255-5923. You can also chat with one by tapping on Apple Card in Wallet, tapping on the black circle in the upper right-hand corner, and then tapping Message.
Customers in U.S. Territories should contact Goldman Sachs Bank USA for questions about installments.
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It’s our trade-in and recycling program that’s good for you and the planet. If your current iPad is eligible for trade-in credit, you can offset the purchase price of a new one.◊◊ If it’s not eligible for credit, you can recycle it for free.
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The Apple Trade In program makes it easy to trade in an eligible iPad. Just answer a few questions regarding the model and condition, and we will provide an estimated trade-in value◊◊ or a simple way to recycle it for free if it’s not eligible for credit.
If your iPad is eligible and you accept the quote, we will send you a free trade-in kit, separate to your new iPad (at no cost to you) so you can then send in your current iPad within the 14-day return window.
Once we receive your iPad, we’ll inspect it and verify its condition. If the condition matches what you described, there’s nothing more you need to do. If the condition doesn’t match, a new trade-in value will be provided. You’ll have the option to either accept this revised value or reject it. We’ll work with you to confirm that you still want to move forward with the trade-in.
If you buy online and choose to pay with Apple Card Monthly Installments, we’ll instantly apply your estimated trade-in value to the purchase of your new iPad. If you pay in full, your trade-in value is applied as a refund to your original payment method. This happens once we receive your eligible iPad and confirm that the condition matches what you described.
The trade-in process can take up to 2-3 weeks.
You can also trade in your device at an Apple Store at the point of purchase, however the trade-in value in store may be different from the estimated trade-in value you received online.
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That depends on how you pay for your new iPad.
If you use Apple Card Monthly Installments and include a trade-in, your estimated trade-in credit is instantly applied to the purchase price of your new iPad.* Once we receive your trade-in device and confirm that the condition matches what you described, there’s nothing more you need to do.
If you pay in full, your trade-in value is applied as a credit to your original payment method after we receive your old device and confirm that the condition matches what you described.
In either case, if we provide a revised trade-in value based on the condition of your old device, we’ll work with you to confirm that you still want to move forward with the trade-in.
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Once we receive your trade-in device, a team inspects it and verifies its condition. If the condition matches what you described, you will receive the estimated value. If it doesn’t match, we’ll notify you of the revised value and confirm if you still want to move forward with the trade-in.
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If you’re trading in online, it generally takes 2–3 weeks. But the sooner you send us your device, the sooner we can verify its condition and apply the trade-in credit to your order. If you’re trading in at an Apple Store, you’ll receive either instant credit toward your next purchase or an Apple Gift Card you can use anytime.
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For T-Mobile, activation can happen directly on your iPad. First, go to settings and scroll to "Cellular Data.” Then select your carrier and follow the prompts. When selecting your plan, T-Mobile customers need a plan with a minimum of 10GB of data to be eligible. For Verizon you will need to visit My Verizon website and follow the instructions. When selecting a Verizon plan, Unlimited and Unlimited Plus are eligible.
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Which iPad is right for you?
From $799
12.9” or 11”
Liquid Retina XDR display or Liquid Retina displayFootnote²
ProMotion technology
P3 wide color
Antireflective 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
Support for Thunderbolt / USB 4
5G cellularFootnote³
Supports Apple Pencil
(2nd generation)
Supports Magic Keyboard
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Serious performance in a thin and light design.
From $599
10.9”
Liquid Retina displayFootnote²
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P3 wide color
Antireflective 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
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5G cellularFootnote³
Supports Apple Pencil
(2nd generation)
Supports Magic Keyboard
From $449
10.9”
Liquid Retina displayFootnote²
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sRGB color
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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
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5G cellularFootnote³
Supports Apple Pencil
(1st generation)Footnote⁴
Supports Magic Keyboard Folio
iPad 9th generation
All the essentials in the most affordable iPad.
From $329
10.2”
Retina display
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sRGB color
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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
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4G LTE cellularFootnote³
Supports Apple Pencil
(1st generation)
Supports Smart Keyboard
iPad mini
The full iPad experience designed to fit in one hand.
From $499
8.3”
Liquid Retina displayFootnote²
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P3 wide color
Antireflective 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
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5G cellularFootnote³
Supports Apple Pencil
(2nd generation)
Supports Bluetooth keyboards