Technical characteristics of iPad 3. Operating experience of third generation iPad. Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical indicators into signals that a mobile device can recognize

Having studied everything iPad models and their characteristics, you can understand how technologies for creating Tablet PCs have developed and progressed from 2010 to the present day.

After all, these famous gadgets, both a few years ago and now, are equipped with the most modern parts. And you can see development from them.

Moreover, some analysts suggest that iPads will eventually be the first to displace a significant part of desktop computers from the market, surpassing them, if not in power, then at least in mobility and ease of use.

iPad 1

The first iPad went on sale in 2010 and became a truly revolutionary gadget that received many technologies that other tablet PCs did not have at that time - an IPS display and a powerful gigahertz Apple A4 processor.

High operating speed, a screen with a diagonal of almost 10 inches and a capacious 6667 mAh battery made the iPad 1 popular.

However, it was still just an experimental model, with a number of shortcomings and shortcomings.

Among the disadvantages of the device was the relatively short duration of operation on a single charge - even such a battery was not enough for a large display and was resource-intensive operating system iOS.

In addition, the iPad was quite thick by the standards of other tablets and did not come with a camera, which is why it could not be used for video chatting.

But its body has rounded edges and stylish volume control buttons on the right side.

The developers’ original solution was the button for switching lock modes and screen orientation, which lights up green when turned on.

Another impressive characteristic is the tablet’s built-in memory, the maximum capacity of which was 64 GB.

Although the rather modest RAM parameters did not allow installing more modern versions on the tablet.

Technical specifications:

Screen size: 9.7 inches;
resolution: 768 x 1024;
processor: single-core, 1000 MHz;
cameras: none;
memory capacity: 256 MB RAM and from 16 to 64 GB built-in;
Battery capacity: 6667 mAh.

iPad 2

The next generation of iPad, which appeared in 2011, was more advanced and had many fewer shortcomings.

First of all, this concerned the amount of RAM that had increased to 512 MB - quite enough to run modern applications and install new operating systems.

In addition, the model received two cameras at once - the main one with 0.69 megapixels. and frontal with resolution (640 x 480), gyroscope and dual-core processor.

Most other characteristics, except for a more powerful processor, remained at the same level. Visually, the gadget was distinguished by the edging of the Home button, which matched the color of the body.

Tablet parameters:

screen: 1536x2048 pixels, 7.9 inches;
chipset: 2 cores, 1300 MHz;
cameras: 5 and 1.2 megapixels;
memory: RAM – 1 GB, ROM – 16, 64 and 128 GB;
Battery capacity: 6471 mAh.

Another plus is the most affordable price in the entire history of the series. Basic version models can be purchased for as little as $329.

At the same time, decent capabilities and quite affordable prices allow the gadgets to compete well with the top versions of other manufacturers.

And not only among fans of Apple products, but also among users who prefer high performance and modern technologies.

In 2012 it was released new iPad(The new iPad) is a device that radically changed the idea of tablets. The abundance of technical innovations in its composition made it the best-selling tablet in the world. A unique Retina display, an Apple A5X gadget chip based on a dual-core processor and quad-core graphics, a gigabyte of RAM, fourth-generation Bluetooth, a powerful 5 MP camera capable of recording video in full resolution and a powerful battery ensured the iPad new 3 a resounding victory over its competitors.

External features and design of the device

Externally, the device is practically no different from the previous model. With the same overall dimensions, The new iPad has greater thickness (9.4mm versus 8.8mm for the iPad 2), increased weight by 50 grams, a larger camera lens and a metal base for the synchronization socket.

At a quick glance, it is almost impossible to distinguish one iPad from another. In order to “identify” the iPad new 3, you will have to pick it up - it is heavier than its predecessor due to powerful battery increased capacity. The manufacturing company Apple thus provided power to all the high-tech components of the legendary tablet.

Display

The most striking innovation of the new iPad 3 is the unique 9.7″ Retina LED display. Anyone who has ever used a tablet gets a dose of adrenaline when they look at the screen of a working iPad new 3. The display resolution is 2048x1536 (264 dots per inch, which is twice as high as the iPad 2). This significantly exceeds the resolution of devices for Full HD playback (1920×1080), which allows small screen Deliver crisp images with amazing detail. The screen pixels are invisible to the eye (hence the name Retina), it is ideal for those who are used to working with a tablet for a long time. These are mainly fans of bright and dynamic games, readers of fascinating books, photographers and connoisseurs of Internet surfing.

The color saturation of the screen is increased by 44%, the IPS matrix ensures viewing content or video without distortion and color shifts at large screen angles. The oleophobic coating of the display will keep it clean, and automatic adjustment of screen brightness makes working with the iPad 3 even more convenient.

Camera

The gadget's camera can easily be called revolutionary. The decision to install the advanced full-frame 5 MP iSight camera on the tablet from the iPhone 4 with a five-element lens made the iPad 3 a leader among tablets. Automatic image stabilization and autofocus allow you to shoot on the go, a backlight sensor makes it possible to take photographs and shoot videos with Full resolution HD (30 fps) even in low light. The front camera of the iPad new 3 has a resolution of only 0.3 MP, which is quite enough for communicating via Face Time.

Performance

When creating the tablet, Apple developers focused on graphics that make it possible to clearly demonstrate its outstanding capabilities. Retina display. Leaving for the main work a processor based on two ARM Cortex A9 cores with an operating frequency of one gigahertz, the company’s specialists focused on working with graphics 4 graphics cores PowerVR GPU, enhancing the capabilities of the hardware with one gigabyte of RAM. As a result, iPad 3 new demonstrates the enormous capabilities of the display when working with graphic, Internet applications and powerful games. Operating speeds Apple iPad 2 and iPad 3 are almost identical; The quality of graphics output on the latter’s display makes it the envy of graphomaniacs. Any games that the tablet can handle will certainly delight players high quality textures and graphics rendering depth.

Functionality

Apple's new tablet The new iPad 3 is capable of playing Full HD video on the screen. To check this, you only need .

Powerful processor allows you to almost instantly load the heaviest applications, work with graphics and video. A large amount of RAM makes it possible to keep a large number of applications in minimized mode without the slightest impact on performance.

iPad 3 works with Bluetooth 4th generation, supports WiFi and broadband Internet access in 3G/4G format. It is possible to use the tablet as an access point for five different devices.

Working with applications

Working with third-generation iPad applications has become more productive - in addition to increasing the speed of work, experts note an increase in their capabilities (we are talking about graphics applications, web applications and video processing programs).

Working with the browser on the Apple iPad new is noticeably more detailed in the content; small text in the background is easily distinguishable and readable, which is a real technological breakthrough for a tablet with a small screen size. If the standard browser does not suit you, you can always use another one, for example, .

A powerful 5 MP camera allows you to work with photo and video editors capable of processing full HD video on a tablet. All The new iPad applications work quickly and have a large performance reserve.
Unusual a high resolution The Retina screen will appeal to reading enthusiasts - thanks to the high image clarity, the eyes practically do not get tired.

The high-tech filling of the gadget allows you to scale maps to the finest detail without the risk of slowdowns and freezing.

Gamers will appreciate the ability of the Retina display and quad-core graphics accelerator to work together. Now even relatively old games shine with color and surprise with the quality and depth of texture rendering. The new ones immerse you in their unreal atmosphere twice as quickly. The absence of the slightest graphics defects makes the Apple tablet a real dream for every graphomaniac gamer.

For those who work with text, the voice typing feature will be useful. The disadvantages of this option are that it recognizes only in English and the program ignoring punctuation marks.

Autonomous operation

iPad 3 is considered one of the most durable tablets. It was not for nothing that Apple specialists increased the weight of the new product. Despite the “gluttony” chipset and the unique Retina display, the gadget is able to work in offline mode 10 hours declared by the manufacturer. The battery has a huge capacity of 11666 mAh. will be able to give the user of the device three hours of games with three-dimensional graphics, more than six hours of watching full-length films or eleven hours of fascinating reading. It is noted that the indicators vary greatly depending on the screen backlight brightness used.

Pros and cons of using Apple The new iPad

Among the disadvantages of the gadget are:

slight heating of the case during prolonged use of games or “heavy” applications;
the high resolution of the Retina display (2048×1536) implies the use of specialized content;
The software set of iPad 3 copies the set of the previous model;
the uselessness of the 4G module in our conditions.

The advantages of iPad 3 are:

unique high-resolution Retina display;
expanded processor capabilities compared to previous models (especially related to graphics processing);
a powerful battery that allows the tablet to work offline for up to twelve hours.

This year, Apple faced a special challenge. She needed to make something more advanced than the iPad 2, although due to its popularity and the sluggish development of Android tablets, it generally did not need updating. Therefore, the Cupertino team decided to focus on the main problem in their second “tablet”. And, let's be honest, the efforts were not in vain. The new iPad has become even more ideal, surpassing its closest competitors in all respects.

All the best deals on iPads (there are even 10 thousand cheaper than the market). They change something and even give it away for free.

The box of the new iPad is no different from the packaging of last year's tablet. High-quality white cardboard, minimal amount of waste paper, cable, Charger and two miniature apple stickers. The main difference from all other generations is the picture of the iPad itself, on the springboard of which a new blue “wallpaper” is installed.

Frightened by the reviews of the first iPad 3 buyers, I took it out of the box and began to twirl it in my hands. I tried to feel the increased weight and thickness, but, fortunately, I could not notice either one. Finding the Home power/lock button, I pressed it and saw it - new screen with a resolution of 2048 by 1536 pixels!

Finally after iPhone screen 4/4S on the iPad display can be viewed with the same pleasure! Icons standard applications and the entire interface of the iOS operating system simply comes to life before your eyes. I stared at the Facetime and icons for a long time, but I still couldn’t see any hint of a pixel. The text in the e-readers, already updated for the Retina screen of the new iPad, looks simply gorgeous, second only to traditional periodicals because they behave worse in direct sunlight.

No matter how hard I tried, I did not notice an increase in the speed of the system. Launched various applications, HD videos on Youtube, played GTA III and Real Racing 2 HD, but did not notice any features of the updated chip Apple A5X with 4-core GPU, which is used in the new iPad. We'll wait for specialized toys from the developers at Epic Games, and then we'll draw some conclusions.

iPad camerastopped being a disgrace acquired 5 megapixel sensor with a whole bunch of new functions (autofocus, tap focus, face recognition, video shooting in 1080p format with 30 frames per second). It’s not easy to imagine a person who will use a new tablet as their main photo tool, but I still decided to take some photos on the street. The picture quality has improved greatly, although the noise has not disappeared.

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After 15 minutes testing iPad cameras third generation, I finally realized for myself that its absence on back cover A tablet would not upset me at all. It would be much more interesting to get an improved front camera for Facetime/Skype conversations. Existing VGA parody, unfortunately, spoils the entire impression of the high-resolution Retina screen.

As a result, all the innovations of the third iPad can be divided into two categories - those that will be useful for a Russian-speaking person living in this side of the ocean, and those that will only be a pleasant but useless addition. To the first point include a Retina display, an improved camera, quad-core graphics chip capabilities and Bluetooth version 4.0 in the future. To the second- support for LTE networks, voice dialing text a la Siri (naturally, without Russian language support) and increased battery capacity (lasts 9-10 hours). The new iPad has become better, faster and a little more functional than all previous generations and has already deserved to get rid of numbers and letters in its name and become a household name. iPad is the best device in its class, and the new iPad is just further proof of that.

> Opinion of Artur Malosiev

A year ago, I did not buy an iPad 2, being satisfied with my first generation tablet. But now it’s time to upgrade, because the resources of the “first” are clearly not enough. In February, a battered, used iPad 2 fell into my hands, but with a intact display, and I enjoyed its company for a month. When the box with the iPad 3 arrived at my house, the first thing I did was test it...

Speed of opening games and websites

I tested the speeds of iPad 2 and 3 on games Mass Effect Infiltrator and Sky Gamblers. It's a fighting draw here. There are differences in terms of graphics, read about that below.

When browsing the Internet, the iPad 2 is slightly weaker than the new model, but the difference is so small that it can be ignored. For those who like numbers, I can give you the data from two tests that we measured yesterday with the entire editorial team.

(x1000)
– Air (i7) – 586
– iPad 3 – 100
– iPad 2 – 98
– iPhone 4S – 76
– Galaxy Note – 55
– iPhone 3GS – 38
– iPhone 2G – 8

Sunspider
– Air (i7) – 246
– iPad 3 – 1818
– iPad 2 – 1772
– iPhone 4S – 2150
– Samsung Galaxy Note – 2925
– iPhone 4 – 3410
– iPhone 3GS – 5113

It was not by chance that I got here, it was suggested by Roma Yuryev to show the capabilities of Android OS. The numbers given in the test above were obtained on the “bare” laptop firmware. However, then Roma flashed his phone with a custom image of CheckROM NoteHD V5 and the Franko #7 kernel, as a result of which the speed of the Note increased by 1.8 times and it was ahead of the iPad 3 in tests. This is what manual customization of Android means.

Like Kostya Gribanov, I did not notice a difference in performance.

CAMERA

There is no point in comparing the quality of photos of the iPad 3 with the iPad 2, so I tested the camera of the “third” under the watchful eye of the iPhone 4S. Compared to the iPhone 4S, pictures taken on the iPad 3 are less saturated. The optics are the same, but the sensors are different. On iPad 3 it costs less.

I can hardly imagine people running down the street and taking pictures on an iPad, but due to the weight of the tablet, the pictures will be less blurry than on the same iPhone :) The iPad 3 sensor is comparable to the iPhone 4 - it processes information here and there Omnivision OV5650 with an operating temperature range from -30 to 70° C and an active cell size of 1.75 microns (versus 1.4 microns for the iPhone 4S).

Job stabilization systems leaves much to be desired. Probably because it is software, not optical. Where to find the trigger Off to turn it off completely?

The front camera remains unchanged.

DIMENSIONS

If you can tell by eye where the iPad 2 is and where the iPad 3 is, then you are Robin Hood.

Most people, even from half a meter away, will not be able to tell exactly what model of tablet you have in your hands. The width and height of the iPad 3 remained the same - 185.7 x 241.2 mm, but the thickness increased by only six tenths of a millimeter - from 8.8 to 9.4 mm.

iPad 2 on top, iPad 3 on bottom

In similar configurations, the iPad 3 is 50 grams heavier than the iPad 2 due to the battery.

BATTERY

The battery capacity of the iPad 3 has increased by almost 1.7 times (6930 → 11560 mAh), as the graphics chip and monstrous display require more resources. And as a result, the tablet charges very slowly: only 20% per hour in idle mode.

It is curious that in a car, with the navigator running and GPS activated, charging an iPad 3 from the cigarette lighter can take several days.

DISPLAY

OOOOOOO! YOU CAN FALL IN LOVE WITH THE NEW IPAD WITHOUT MEMORY JUST FOR THE DISPLAY!

When you move your gaze from iPad 2 to iPad 3, déjà vu arises, as in the case of comparing the quality of the screens on the iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4. Once you fix your gaze on the iPad 3, you will no longer want to look at anything else.

Was: 1024 x 768 pixels
It became: 2048 x 1536 pixels

That is, the pixel density has increased 4 (four!) times with the same diagonal of 9.7 inches. Because of this, pixels are not felt at all on the iPad 3 screen. Let's compare?

iPad 3 was released in the spring of 2012. He became the next after two generations of Apple creations. He got a lot of new things. Some parts were produced by Apple's competitor, Samsung. As a result of the collaboration, we may see a third iPad. What is it, iPad 3 A1430? The product description will help you understand the capabilities of the new product.

iPad 3 specifications

The screen of such a device is everything. Apple Company I've outdone myself again. Improving the display means improving many components of the tablet. The new product is equipped with an excellent retina display. This display has high resolution, color saturation and holds 3,100,000 pixels. This number is 4 times more than the 2nd iPad model. This expansion is superior to many television screens.

The display, created using Retina technology, has a high pixel density, which allows you to hide these pixels from the human eye. The screen installed in the second model has a brighter transmission, while in the third the screen glow is dimmer. But at the same time, the color reproduction is excellent, although the white transmission goes into warmer shades. Some users have noticed that the viewing angle in the new model is slightly smaller than the previous one. But this is not tragic, because why look at the screen from an extremely uncomfortable angle?

Although the diagonal of the iPad remains the same as before, 9.7, the resolution has changed from 768*1024 to 1536*2048. Accordingly, the pixel density per inch increased from 132 to 264. The pixel size was almost halved - 96 kmk. The amazing feature is that the pixels are raised and separated from the signals. Therefore, the human eye is not able to distinguish them and sees the picture as a whole.

This technology allows you to take a fresh look at the images transmitted by the device. You will be able to notice what previously eluded your gaze and see the photographs in more detail and clearly. The rendering of colors is whiter, deeper and more vibrant, which never ceases to please the eye.

A5X dual-core processor allows you to double the performance graphics programs in the tablet, in comparison with its predecessor. This allows the tablet to take games and their video display to a new level. You will be comfortable with the speed and perception of images from the screen. Signal processing has been improved and this will reduce “braking” to nothing. The device’s RAM has increased from 512 MB to 1024. At the same time, the number of GPU cores is 4.

The combination of processor power and four graphics cores allows you to display what is happening on the screen smoothly and dynamically. This is an important component for those who love gaming applications.

The technical characteristics of the iPad 3 allow you to surf the Internet, communicate in social networks, read, conduct active work until ten o’clock. The battery capacity is 11560 mAh. The downside to this situation is that it takes about seven hours to fully charge from a completely discharged battery. This is not surprising, because the battery capacity has been increased significantly. The screen has an oleophobic coating, so you don't have to worry about cleaning it. After all, it's easy to do.

It has a built-in 5 megapixel iSight camera. The optics of this camera are designed for the iPhone 4S. Focuses by touching the screen. Recognizes faces on its own, so taking pictures is easy. You can also record video files in HD 1080p quality up to thirty frames per second. Image stabilization works when shooting video.

FaceTime's VGA camera allows you to see each other even if you are hundreds of kilometers away. This is available via a Wi-Fi connection or using mobile communications. One touch and you see your loved ones! Shooting high-quality videos and taking high-quality photographs has become an integral part of modern life. Now photographs of loved ones have become even better and brighter.

Wi-Fi has acquired more than high speed work. Became twice as fast. It is dual-band: 2.4 GHz, 5.0 GHz. It is capable of gluing the channel and therefore reaches speeds of up to 150 megabits per second. Working on the Internet will become more enjoyable and faster. In addition to Wi-Fi, the iPad 3 has 4G. This allows you to use mobile Internet if Wi-Fi is not available to you or its signal is very weak.

Apple developers have improved mobile Internet via HSDPA communication up to 21 Mbit/s. Added the ability to transfer data via DC-HSDPA at a speed of 42 Mbit/s. The third model has the ability to connect to the LTE network with an available speed of 73 Mbit/s. Of course, if the device is within the coverage area of such a connection.

The device's ability to connect to so many networks takes the device to the next level significantly. IN modern world Most of our active life is concentrated on the Internet, be it work or leisure, or communication on social networks. Having the ability to access the network and high transfer speeds largely determines which technical product buy for use.

This tablet comes complete with iLife software. Here, the new version of “garageband” will allow you to remotely combine up to four devices simultaneously. This application allows you to play music and record songs. In another application, you can use the captured videos to edit a trailer video.

The iFoto app makes it easy to navigate through your images. If you double-tap one photo, the system will find all similar images and display them on the screen. Multi-touch gestures can enhance your photos and you can add various photo processing effects. It's so easy, just a few taps!

When faced with difficulties, the Siri assistant will come to your aid. This assistant will not only deal with finding answers to questions, but will also make notes or remind you of a meeting. At the same time, Siri understands not only what you say, but also what you mean.

The physical parameters have changed slightly - the iPad 3 is thicker, 9.4 mm, instead of 8.6. The weight of the new model has become 50 grams more. It's not too much of a difference and you'll probably get used to it quickly. We added an access point mode function - Personal Hotspot.

The SIM card used is Micro. There is only one connector for the communication chip. In order to comfortably use the device, you need an iOS version no earlier than 5.1. In order to perform operations with the tablet via iTunes program on PC you need to update it to 10.6.

For the previous model, iOS 4.3 and iTunes 10.2 were enough. For comfortable work, install updates periodically. Maximum installed iOS version for ipad 3 is 9.3.5. If you bet more new version, the device will not work correctly.

The model's navigation is supplemented with support for GLONASS (except for Wi-Fi models) and iBeacons . Bluetooth version is now 4.0. HFP profile appeared and PBAP , Bluetooth LE support.

Conclusion: although there are some uncomfortable aspects to use, such as weight and thickness, the new model pleases with its internal changes. The display takes images to the next level. Processor combined with RAM and a graphics processor have taken the quality of video game graphics to a new level.

With the updated camera, you can record high-quality video, take photos and make video calls. Making communication with loved ones more accessible. The quality of images has reached a new level and viewing pictures has now become even more enjoyable. Apple tablets have long been loved by the world, and the company never ceases to delight fans with improvements.

WiFi

Width: 7.31 inches (185.7 mm)
Depth: 0.37 inch (9.4 mm)
Weight: 1.44 pounds (652 g)

Wi-Fi + Cellular

Height: 9.50 inches (241.2 mm)
Width: 7.31 inches (185.7 mm)
Depth: 0.37 inch (9.4 mm)
Weight: 1.46 pounds (662 g)

Storage 2

Display

Retina display
9.7-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen Multi-Touch display with IPS technology
2048-by-1536-pixel resolution at 264 pixels per inch (ppi)
Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating
Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously

Chip

Dual-core Apple A5X custom-designed, high-performance, low-power system-on-a-chip with quad-core graphics

Wireless and Cellular

WiFi

Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth 4.0 technology

Wi-Fi + Cellular

Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth 4.0 technology
Model for AT&T: 4G LTE (700, 2100 MHz) 3 ; UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)
Model for Verizon: 4G LTE (700 MHz) 3 ; CDMA EV-DO Rev. A (800, 1900 MHz); UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)
Data only 4

Carriers

Verizon

Cameras, Photos, and Video Recording

5 megapixel iSight camera
Autofocus
Tap to focus
Face detection in still images
Video recording, HD (1080p) up to 30 frames per second with audio
Video stabilization
FaceTime camera with VGA-quality photos and video at up to 30 frames per second
Photo and video geotagging

Battery and Power 5

WiFi

Wi-Fi + Cellular

Built-in 42.5-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery
Up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi, watching video, or listening to music
Up to 9 hours of surfing the web using cellular data network
Charging via power adapter or USB to computer system

Input and Output

WiFi

30-pin dock connector port
Built-in speaker
Microphone

Wi-Fi + Cellular

30-pin dock connector port
3.5mm stereo headphone minijack
Built-in speaker
Microphone
Micro-SIM card tray

Sensors

Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Gyroscope

Location

WiFi

WiFi
Digital compass

Wi-Fi + Cellular

WiFi
Digital compass
Assisted GPS and GLONASS
Cellular

Audio Playback

Frequency response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz
Audio formats supported: HE-AAC (V1 and V2), AAC (8 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, and 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX, and AAX+), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV
User-configurable maximum volume limit
Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound pass-through with Apple Digital AV Adapter (sold separately)

TV and Video

AirPlay Mirroring to Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation) at 720p
AirPlay video streaming to Apple TV (3rd generation) at up to 1080p and Apple TV (2nd generation) at up to 720p
Video mirroring and video out support: Up to 1080p with Apple Digital AV Adapter or Apple VGA Adapter (adapters sold separately)
Video out support at 576i and 480i with Apple Composite AV Cable (cable sold separately)
Video formats supported: H.264 video up to 1080p, 30 frames per second, High Profile level 4.1 with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; MPEG-4 video up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps per channel, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; Motion JPEG (M-JPEG) up to 35 Mbps, 1280 by 720 pixels, 30 frames per second, audio in ulaw, PCM stereo audio in .avi file format

Mail Attachment Support

Viewable document types: .jpg, .tiff, .gif (images); .doc and .docx ( Microsoft Word); .htm and .html (web pages); .key(Keynote); .numbers(Numbers); .pages(Pages); .pdf (Preview and Adobe Acrobat); .ppt and .pptx ( Microsoft PowerPoint); .txt(text); .rtf (rich text format); .vcf (contact information); .xls and .xlsx (Microsoft Excel)

Languages

Language support for English (U.S.), English (UK), Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Arabic, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Greek , Hebrew, Hungarian, Indonesian, Malay, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Portuguese (Brazil), Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
Keyboard support for English (U.S.), English (UK), Chinese - Simplified (Handwriting, Pinyin, Stroke), Chinese - Traditional (Handwriting, Pinyin, Zhuyin, Cangjie, Stroke), French, French (Canadian), French (Switzerland) , German (Germany), German (Switzerland), Italian, Japanese (Romaji, Kana), Korean, Spanish, Arabic, Bulgarian, Catalan, Cherokee, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Emoji, Estonian, Finnish, Flemish, Greek, Hawaiian, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Icelandic, Indonesian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Macedonian, Malay, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Portuguese (Brazil), Romanian, Russian, Serbian (Cyrillic/Latin), Slovak, Swedish, Thai, Tibetan, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
Dictionary support (enables predictive text and autocorrect) for English (U.S.), English (UK), Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), French, French (Canadian), French (Switzerland), German, Italian, Japanese (Romaji, Kana), Korean, Spanish, Arabic, Catalan, Cherokee, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Estonian, Finnish, Flemish, Greek, Hawaiian, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Malay, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese , Portuguese (Brazil), Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
Dictation support for English (U.S., UK, and Australian), French, German, Japanese

Accessibility

VoiceOver screen reader
Support for playback of closed-captioned content
AssistiveTouch interface for adaptive accessories
Full-screen zoom magnification
Large fonts
White on black display
Left/right volume adjustment

Environmental Requirements

Operating temperature: 32° to 95° F (0° to 35° C)
Nonoperating temperature: -4° to 113° F (-20° to 45° C)
Relative humidity: 5% to 95% noncondensing
Maximum operating altitude: 10,000 feet (3000 m)

System Requirements

Apple ID (required for some features)
Internet access 6
Syncing with iTunes on a Mac or PC requires:
- Mac: OS X v10.5.8 or later
- PC: Windows 7; Windows Vista; or Windows XP Home or Professional with Service Pack 3 or later
- iTunes 10.6 or later (free download from www.itunes.com/download)

In the Box

Dock Connector to USB Cable
10W USB Power Adapter
Documentation

Built-in Apps

Safari
Photos
App Store
Photo Booth
Reminders
Camera
FaceTime
iTunes
Music
YouTube
Calendar
Messages
Newsstand
Videos
Game Center
Contacts
Notes

iPad and the Environment

Apple takes a complete product life cycle approach to determining our environmental impact. Learn more

iPad embodies Apple's continuing environmental progress. It is designed with the following features to reduce environmental impact:

Mercury-free LCD display
Arsenic-free display glass
BFR-free
PVC-free
Recyclable aluminum and glass enclosure

Actual size and weight vary by configuration and manufacturing process.
1GB = 1 billion bytes; actual formatted capacity less.
4G LTE is supported only on AT&T and Verizon networks in the U.S. and on Bell, Rogers, and Telus networks in Canada. See your carrier for details.
Cellular data plan is sold separately. The model you purchase is configured to work with a particular cellular network technology. Check with your carrier for compatibility and cellular data plan availability.
Testing conducted by Apple in February 2012 using preproduction iPad units and software. Testing consisted of full battery discharge while performing each of the following tasks: video playback, audio playback, and Internet browsing using Wi-Fi or cellular data network. Video content was a repeated 2-hour 23-minute movie purchased from the iTunes Store. Audio content was a playlist of 358 unique songs, consisting of a combination of songs imported from CDs using iTunes (128-Kbps AAC encoding) and songs purchased from the iTunes Store (256-Kbps AAC encoding). Internet over Wi-Fi and cellular data network tests were conducted using dedicated web and mail servers, browsing snapshot versions of 20 popular web pages, and receiving mail once an hour. All settings were default except: Wi-Fi was associated with a network (except for Internet browsing over cellular data network); the Wi-Fi feature Ask to Join Networks and Auto-Brightness were turned off. Battery life depends on device settings, usage, and many other factors. Battery tests are conducted using specific iPad units; actual results may vary.
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