Apple 2021 iPad (10.2-inch iPad, Wi-Fi, 256GB) - Silver (9th Generation)

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The rear 8MP camera sensor is unchanged. With enough light, you can easily grab reference shots or scan documents with it. In low light, noise starts to creep in, and photos are shallower. And with AR tasks, depth perception seems slightly skewed. Better With iPadOS The iPad 10.2 (2020) is also the only iPad that still features a Lightning connector, rather than a USB-C port. This can be found on the bottom of the iPad, along with two speakers; however, while the two speakers on the iPad mini will recalibrate so that the sound suits the orientation of the tablet, the iPad 10.2’s speakers can’t do this, meaning the audio isn’t as impressive, although it will do the job. Although there’s no Wi-Fi 6 on board, the iPad supports dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac). I tested it on a gigabit fiber network and recorded average speeds of 421.8Mbps down and 41.2Mbps up. The iPad has the same 32.4-watt-hour battery as its predecessor, and Apple claims it will last up to 10 hours between charges. In our battery drain test, which streams HD video over Wi-Fi at full brightness, the iPad lasted 5 hours and 18 minutes before shutting down. That’s a little less than we’ve seen in past years, but with more conservative use (and a lower screen brightness level), we believe the battery will last close to Apple's estimate. Finally, a New Camera Wi-Fi + Cellular models with embedded eSIM technology include iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation or later), iPadPro11‑inch (1st generation or later), iPad Air (3rdgeneration or later), iPad (7th generation or later) and iPad mini (5th and 6thgeneration).

Digital compass, Gyroscopic Sensor, Accelerometer / G-Sensor, Barometer, Ambient Light Sensor / Light Sensor, Finger Print Sensor Despite how much iPadOS has improved, there’s still a major weakness: It doesn’t allow multiple user accounts. It’s a major oversight that greatly limits the iPad’s utility. Just about anything you store on your iCloud account is available for everyone else using it to see or access. The displays have rounded corners. When measured diagonally as a rectangle, the iPadPro 12.9-inch screen is 12.9inches, the iPadPro 11-inch screen is 11inches, the iPadAir and iPad (10th generation) screens are 10.86inches, and the iPadmini screen is 8.3inches. Actual viewable area is less. The 8MP rear sensor on the iPad is unchanged from last year, but the front-facing camera is now 12MP (Photo: Steven Winkelman) As well as boosting camera quality and detail hugely over the previous generation, its wide field of view also allows Apple to introduce the Centre Stage feature, a clever piece of software that keeps your face (and any others on the call) in frame, even if you move around.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. As we’ve mentioned, both models of the iPad 10.2 (2021) have double the storage space of last year’s equivelents- you can choose from either 64GB or 256GB models. Although, as with all iPads, there’s no support for a micro SD card, so you can’t expand the storage space at a later date.

Even though this is a fairly cheap device, the display is certainly good enough for that. It isn’t a wide gamut screen like that on the iPad Pro 12.9 (2021), but it is wonderfully accurate in the sRGB colour space with an average Delta E of 1.09. It produces a peak brightness of 483cd/m², so it will be readable in all but the brightest conditions, and its contrast ratio of 1,104:1 ensures that onscreen imagery looks punchy and impactful. Apple Fitness+ requires iPhone8 or later with iOS16.1 or later or Apple Watch Series3 or later with watchOS7.2 or later paired with iPhone 6s or later with iOS 14.3 or later. Consumer finance on the Apple Online Store is brokered by Apple Retail UK Limited, which acts as a credit broker and not the lender. Apple offers finance from a restricted range of finance providers and Barclays Partner Finance, which is a trading name of Clydesdale Financial Services Limited, a member of the Barclays Group. Clydesdale Financial Services Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (Financial Services Register number: 311753). Registered in England. Registered no.: 2901725. Registered office: 1 Churchill Place, London E14 5HP. Subject to application and status. Full terms apply. Game availability for the 200+ titles across devices varies based on hardware and software compatibility. Some content may not be available in all areas. Like the iPad mini (2021), the iPad 10.2 (2021) arrives running iPadOS 15, Apple’s dedicated tablet version of iOS. As well as offering many of the features found in iOS 15, it’s designed to make the most of the tablet’s form factor, and as such, it brings refinements to multitasking.In a nod to the unprecedented times we’ve all recently experienced, and the attendant Zoom boom, the front-facing selfie camera has been boosted to 12MP. It also features the handy Center Stage feature, which debuted on the iPad Pro (2021), which pans and zooms the camera automatically to ensure that you’re always in frame during video calls. The displays have rounded corners. When measured diagonally as a rectangle, the iPad Pro 12.9‑inch screen is 12.9 inches, the iPad Pro 11‑inch screen is 11 inches, the iPad Air and iPad (10th generation) screens are 10.86 inches, and the iPad mini screen is 8.3 inches. Actual viewable area is less. Not all providers support eSIM. See your provider for more details.The eSIM technology works with iPadPro 11‑inch (1st generation or later), iPadPro 12.9‑inch (3rd generation or later), iPadAir (3rd generation or later), iPad (7th generation or later) and iPadmini (5th and 6th generation).

Apple continues to lead the way when it comes to OS upgrades, and the iPad is assured at least three iPadOS updates. Apple rolls these out to all devices at once, so you don't have to worry about future devices skipping the line. And even though rival Samsung’s upgrade policy has improved exponentially over the past few years, it's not as consistent with delivering its Android tablet OS updates on time. The Best iPad for Most PeopleWhile the 8 MP wide angle is less powerful than the one mounted on the iPad mini, the 12MP FaceTime HD camera is exactly the same. The ultra-wide-angle sensor has a 122 ° angle of view and makes 4K video recordings. The “ Auto Framing” function ensures during a video call the caller is always in the centre of the frame, making video conferences and calls much more engaging. The camera also shines for its versatility and, in addition to the ability to take pictures, it allows you to scan documents (thanks to the True Tone Flash) and experience augmented reality. Fast Wi-Fi and iPad OS15 As its name tells you, the iPad 10.2 (2021) has a 10.2-inch screen. Apple first increased the size of the display on its entry-level iPad in 2019, and the extra half-inch of screen real estate has become the norm for Apple’s most affordable tablet. The iPad has the old Touch ID home button but you can also use the more modern swipe gestures to get to the home screen and recent apps menu. Photograph: Samuel Gibbs/The Guardian

If you opt for the cellular model, you can pop in a SIM from any carrier or use an eSIM for service. I tested the slate on Verizon’s network in downtown Chicago and recorded average speeds of 78.4Mbps down and 56.6Mbps up. Granted, those aren't the same super-fast 5G speeds you can get on the iPad Pro, but it’s more than enough power for working on the go or streaming Netflix. Less Need to Lug Your Laptop The displays have rounded corners. When measured diagonally as a rectangle, the iPad Pro 12.9‑inch screen is 12.9 inches, the iPad Pro 11‑inch screen is 11 inches, the iPad Air and iPad (10th generation) screens are 10.86 inches, and the iPad mini screen is 8.3 inches. Actual viewable area is less. 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 forwards with the trade‑in.On the Basemark Web 3.0 Safari benchmark, the new iPad earned 821.17, for another huge jump on the 592.82 score its predecessor earned. The rear camera is the same as before: an 8MP unit with an f/2.4 aperture. Compared with a premium smartphone, or even a mid-range handset, it’s fairly unremarkable but it will take a decent shot in a pinch and also captures fairly competent 1080p video at up to 60fps. Apple iPad (2021) review: Performance and battery life The Apple Trade In programme 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. There are only three upgrades of note. The first is the processor, with the 10.2in iPad moving to the Apple A13 Bionic from the A12 Bionic of the previous model. That places it two generations behind the new iPad mini and iPhone 13 handsets, and one generation behind the iPad Air.