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What is the old iPad called?

The first-generation iPad (/ˈaɪpæd/ EYE-pad) (retrospectively referred to unofficially as the iPad 1, or original iPad) is a tablet computer designed and marketed by Apple Inc. as the first device in the iPad lineup of tablet computers.
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What generation is the old iPad?

Fourth Generation: 9.7-inch iPad with Retina display released in 2012. Third Generation: 9.7-inch iPad released in 2012. Second Generation: 9.7-inch iPad 2 released in 2011. First Generation: 9.7-inch iPad released in 2010.
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Is the iPad Air 1 still usable?

iOS 11 was released in 2017.IOS 11 redesigned the control center, along with other new features. In June 2019, Apple announced that it would drop support for the iPad Air with the release of iPadOS 13 in September 2019. The iPad Air is supported to iOS 12, with the latest 12.5.7 update released on January 23, 2023.
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Can a 2013 iPad be updated?

You can't. A 2013, 1st gen iPad Air cannot upgrade/update beyond any version of iOS 12. Its internal hardware is too old, now, too underpowered and completely incompatible with any of the current and future versions of iPadOS.
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How do I tell which generation iPad I have?

Open Settings, tap General, then tap About. Look for the model number in the top section. If the number you see has a slash "/", that's the part number (for example, MY3K2LL/A). Tap the part number to reveal the model number, which has a letter followed by four numbers and no slash (for example, A2342).
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How to Download Apps on Old iPad (iPad Mini / iPad 1, 2, 3, 4 / iPad Air)

Which iPads are no longer supported?

Here's the current list of obsolete iPads.
  • iPad (4th generation) Wi-Fi.
  • iPad (4th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular.
  • iPad (4th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular (MM)
  • iPad [original]
  • iPad 3G.
  • iPad (3rd generation) Wi-Fi.
  • iPad (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular.
  • iPad (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular (VZ)
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What is the oldest iPad that is still supported?

The following models are no longer sold, but these devices remain within Apple's service window for iPadOS updates:
  • iPad: 5, 6, 7, and 8.
  • iPad Air: 3 and 4.
  • iPad Mini 5.
  • iPad Pro: 2 (10.5-inch and 12.9-inch), 3 (11-inch and 12.9-inch), 4 (11-inch and 12.9-inch), and 5 (11-inch and 12.9-inch).
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Is an old iPad worth anything?

In general, Apple Products hold their value extremely well. And iPads specifically hold their value even better than most other Apple products. With that said, all electronics lose value over time. So no matter which iPad you own, the best time to sell your used iPad is now.
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Can an iPad last 10 years?

iPads generally have a lifespan of about 5 years. Keep your software as up-to-date as possible. Plan to replace your tablet every 3 years.
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Which generation of iPad is best?

Best for most: iPad Air

The 10.9-inch iPad Air still gets you most of the iPad Pro's best features at a lower price, with fewer compromises than the newer 10th-gen iPad. Of the six iPad models currently on sale, the iPad Air is the closest to being universally appealing.
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What iPad came out 2014?

Release. Though the iPad Air 2 and iPad mini 3 are the 2014 models, only the new iPad Air is a completely new device.
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Can an older iPad be updated?

There are two ways to update your old iPad. You can update it wirelessly over WiFi or connect it to a computer and use the iTunes app.
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What should I do with my old iPad?

For free recycling of your old iPad, a prepaid shipping label, and instructions, see the Apple Trade In website. The symbol above means that according to local laws and regulations your product and/or its battery shall be disposed of separately from household waste.
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How long does an old iPad last?

Apple usually supports a new iPad with iPadOS updates for at least five years and often several years longer. Most iPad models hold up well in performance, features, and storage over this timeframe which means that five years is a standard lifespan for any iPad.
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How do you update an old iPad that won't update?

If you still can't install the latest version of iOS or iPadOS, try downloading the update again:
  1. Go to Settings > General > [Device name] Storage.
  2. Find the update in the list of apps.
  3. Tap the update, then tap Delete Update.
  4. Go to Settings > General > Software Update and download the latest update.
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What is the average cost of an iPad?

Also: M1 iPad Pro (2021) vs M2 iPad Pro (2022): Is it worth the upgrade? The 11-inch iPad Pro starts at $799 for the Wi-Fi model and $999 for the Wi-Fi + Cellular model, and the 12.9-inch iPad Pro starts at $1,099 for the Wi-Fi model and $1,299 for the Wi-Fi + Cellular model.
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What year is iPad 9th generation?

When was the 9th gen iPad released? The iPad 9th gen was released on September 24, 2021.
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What does the generation number mean on iPad?

The generations determine the version of an iPad which would other wise be indistinguishable by name alone. For instance, Apple has made 4 different devices labeled as iPad Pro 12.9”.
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What is the oldest iPad that can get the newest update?

iPad models compatible with iPadOS 16
  • iPad (7th generation)
  • iPad (8th generation)
  • iPad (9th generation)
  • iPad Air (3rd generation)
  • iPad Pro 9.7-inch.
  • iPad Pro 10.5-inch.
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation)
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Can I use an old iPad?

An old iPad won't run the latest apps and games, but it can still be your remote control, digital photo frame, dedicated e-book reader, nightstand alarm clock, and more. If your iPad can't run the latest version of iPadOS, it's officially old.
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Is the iPad 4 no longer supported?

The 32-bit platform upon which the iPad4 is based is obsolete. App Developers have dropped all support for 32-bit devices and many for iOS versions preceding iOS11/12/13 - and have withdrawn older versions of their Apps from the Apple App Store.
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