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Specifications
- iOS 11.3 (at the start of sales)
- Display 9.7 inches, IPS, 2048x1536 pixels, 264 ppi, oleophobic coating, Apple Pencil support
- A10 Fusion processor, 4 cores, integrated M10 coprocessor
- 2 GB RAM
- Models with 32 or 128 GB of internal memory
- Li-Pol battery, capacity 32.4 Wh, up to 10 hours of watching videos or surfing the Internet
- Main camera 8 megapixels, front camera 1.2 megapixels
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, HT80 MIMO, Bluetooth 4.2
- For the LTE version, support for the following frequencies ( voice communication no) – 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41 – nanoSIM
- Digital compass
- GPS/GLONASS (LTE version only)
- First generation fingerprint sensor integrated into a mechanical button
- Three-axis gyroscope, accelerometer, barometer, ambient light sensor
- Apple Pay
- Case colors – silver, gold and space gray
- Dimensions – 240x169.5x7.5 mm, weight – 469/478 grams (Wi-Fi/LTE)
Contents of delivery
- Tablet
- Lightning cable
- Charger
- Tray eject tool (in LTE version)
- Brief instructions
Positioning
It is impossible to consider that the tablet market is dead, but it also looks alive only to those who have slept in a lethargic sleep for the last few years and missed the previous reincarnations of the iPad. The speed with which tablets disappeared from widespread sale and were replaced by large-screen smartphones shows that the entire category was the caliph for an hour. On the other hand, for many tasks the large screen of a tablet is much more convenient, for me these are games and occasionally watching movies. Moreover, the tablet has long turned exclusively into a home device; I don’t take it with me on trips, because I don’t see any point, the same games run on phones, and these are not iPhones, but Android smartphones with a large diagonal.
Somehow, unnoticed by the mass consumer, the need for tablets disappeared; they did not become a vital device. It is desirable, sometimes they want it, but you can easily live without it. As a result, all manufacturers have curbed their ambitions, and the development of this segment is very slow. Apple certainly sets the tone here, since the iPad is, on the one hand, the most expensive device, regardless of the specific model, but also the most widespread. It so happened that in fact the iPad today has no direct competitors and is becoming the preferred choice for buyers. Samsung offers a large selection of tablets, but they clearly lose in terms of price/quality ratio, as they are produced less frequently. As a result, these are simply quite old models, although their software is updated.
Somehow it didn’t work out for me with Android tablets; initially I use different versions of the iPad and I think that in terms of price/quality ratio this is the best device that can be purchased in 2018 or the year before. Since tablets are bought on long term, then it’s worth assessing what exactly you need and what you’re willing to fork out for. If you don't beat your tablet, it can last five years or more, you won't have any problems with it. Evaluate these devices within this time frame.
For those who not only consume information, but also create, for example, draw, iPad 9.7 now includes stylus support, which can be considered a good addition to the basic functionality. But the sixth generation iPad 9.7 is a budget model, that is, it is a device for minimal money, just like its predecessor was positioned a year ago. This is a basic model with all the attendant disadvantages compared to the same Pro line. As a user of the iPad Pro 10.5, I will involuntarily compare these tablets to give you a feel for what exactly you get in the older model. Let's get started.
Design, dimensions, control elements
The design of the iPad 9.7 does not change from year to year, it is still the same metal body, standard arrangement of elements (no, they did not refuse the 3.5 mm jack for headphones or headsets; Apple is not very consistent in this, and this is good for us). Look at the picture, it describes all the connectors.
What Apple says about the stereo speakers on the bottom is true, but it won't make things any easier for you. The iPad Pro has four speakers, and they create very clear, loud sound. On a budget iPad maximum volume The speakers wheeze, they sound rough, there is no comparison. In games, I turn up the speaker of this iPad to 20 percent, otherwise the lack of clear sound is annoying. But again, for those who have not heard Pro, everything will be fine.
The Home button, unlike the Pro version, is mechanical and can be pressed. This is a potential weak point of the tablet, since it is usually the buttons that break. On my Air 2, the button began to jam after 1.5 years, but it should be noted that the tablet was used by children and it was used mercilessly.
The fingerprint sensor is the first generation, but this does not matter; fingerprint recognition occurs quickly and without any difficulties.
The tablet is traditionally available in three colors.
I like the ergonomics of the device, and most importantly, the body is metal, which is a big plus. My experience with different iPad versions says that their body is practically indestructible, but for several years they have been installing glass that easily becomes cracked when dropped. And it doesn’t matter whether you have a case or not. This kind of compensation to shorten the lifespan of the tablet and force people to upgrade is a completely deliberate step. In the first month, I dropped the iPad Pro from the bed onto the floor, the height is minimal, there is a soft mat underneath, but cracks spread across the entire screen, several of them across the entire display - they do not interfere with work, and my finger does not touch them. Replacing a screen is an extremely expensive pleasure; it’s easier to buy a new tablet when something interesting appears, but for now I use it like this.
Compared to the Pro, the body of the budget iPad is slightly thicker, which makes it less comfortable, although the weight is exactly the same. But it feels different in your hands. But if you don’t make a direct comparison, you won’t find any flaws. Tablet dimensions – 240x169.5x7.5 mm, weight – 469/478 grams (Wi-Fi/LTE).
In terms of dimensions, the tablet was made identical to the previous model in order to achieve compatibility with all old accessories. There are no differences here, and the same cases are perfect for the updated model.
You shouldn't look for a smart magnetic connector on the case for an external keyboard case; it was left only for the Pro line models. Therefore, if you want to print something on this tablet, then make sure to purchase wireless keyboard, it is less convenient because it requires a connection, consumes battery, and you also need to remember to charge the keyboard itself. In a word, this decision is not the most logical and pleasant.
The delivery package has not changed, even the box is exactly the same as a year ago.
Please note that the LTE version has a black insert at the top; it somewhat spoils the impression of the design.
Buying an LTE tablet seems to me to be a wasteful and even harmful exercise for the vast majority; it’s easier to distribute the Internet from a mobile device while traveling, and why is it on a tablet? As I said above, most people only use tablets at home, so choosing the Wi-Fi version is justified.
Among the little things that determine the design, I would like to note the absence of lamination for the screen, that is, the frames around the display are clearly visible. This is a penny saving, and Apple could have decided something about this, but, apparently, they wanted to emphasize the budget component of this particular device.
Display
Let me briefly list the screen characteristics: 9.7 inches, IPS, 2048x1536 pixels, 264 ppi, oleophobic coating, Apple Pencil support. Now let's look into the details, what's here and how. Let me start with the fact that the oleophobic coating is another saving point in the budget iPad; it is there, but the screen gets dirty almost instantly, unlike the Pro, where things are noticeably better.
The budget iPad has a very simple light sensor, there is no support for True Tone, screen color temperature control and other modern things. This is frankly frustrating, as is the fact that they did not add support for the P3 color profile (increased color gamut of the screen). The same iPad Pro has an RGB light sensor, there is a P3 profile, True Tone. But the main difference that a person will constantly see is the absence of ProMotion technology, it increases the frame rate from 60 to 120 per second, and all movements on the screen become fast and smooth, the animation is very good. This is the first thing I noticed about the budget model; it is somewhat slow compared to the Pro. For those who are accustomed to paying attention to microlags and definitely notice them, this moment will be painful.
What else did you save on? The answer is obvious, there is no anti-glare layer, like in Pro, the manufacturer does not expect you to work in the sun, or outdoors, or in rooms with many light sources. In a word, keep in mind that the screen has a lot of glare.
The bottom line is that for a budget tablet (by Apple standards) the screen is quite good, it has not changed compared to the previous year. Colorful colors, good to watch video, but don’t expect a natural picture, the color gamut is far from best devices what is on the market. But the display is excellent in its class, and that says it all. The brightness reserve is sufficient, I usually set it to 70 percent, since it’s no longer needed, my eyesight gets tired. Automatic brightness adjustment works fine, there are no complaints here.
Support for Apple Pencil or third-party styluses (there is one from Logitech) is the main change in the screen compared to the previous generation. Working with the stylus is not difficult, the only problem is carrying it separately, since it is impossible to attach it to the body.
Battery
Li-Pol battery, capacity 32.4 Wh, up to 10 hours of watching videos or surfing the Internet. Typical parameters for iPad, they are equal for different models, the manufacturer focuses on the same time. I didn't notice any changes, everything was as usual. The total charging time for the tablet is about 4-4.5 hours, fast charging as it was not, so it is not. This is a shame, because after all, progress has gone forward a long time ago, but it was not brought here. On the other hand, for a home device this is not so important; you will not carry it with you everywhere.
Communication capabilities
The big plus is that Wi-Fi is dual-band, it makes life easier, Bluetooth version 4.2, which is not important in this kind of device. The LTE version does not have voice communication, only data transmission. Also, both versions of the tablet support Apple Pay, but I doubt that many people will pay from such a device, it’s inconvenient. Have you ever seen people paying using a tablet? It's possible that I was unlucky, but I haven't met anyone like that yet.
Performance
There is a 4-core A10 processor, which is enough for the capabilities of a tablet, 2 GB of RAM, which is not bad by Apple standards. Overall, I have no complaints about the way the tablet works, everything is smooth, especially without comparison with the Pro. Quite fast for its class, the main thing is to remember that with the release of new iOS versions The device can become slow and it is better to avoid updates if possible (Air 2 turned into a slow machine after updates, although here everyone determines by eye which is better).
View the results of synthetic tests.
Camera
There is so much written on the Apple website about the main camera that you even get the feeling that it is good and modern, let’s read it together.
Unfortunately, the list of characteristics hides the fact that for 2018 the camera is, to put it mildly, mediocre. On the other hand, it is not particularly needed in a tablet. Look at the example pictures, you will understand everything yourself.
But the fact that the front camera is 1.2 megapixels and gives a very blurry picture is much worse. After all, this camera is used for video calls, and it is much more important in such a device, but they saved money here.
Impression
The perception of a product always depends on your expectations, for me they were not too high, and I think that the budget iPad 2018 (6th generation) turned out well. Yes, it is much inferior in everything to the iPad Pro 10.5, which will also receive an update before the end of the year, and the gap will become even greater. But for its price segment this iPad is appropriate and still has no direct competitors.
The price in Russia is 24,990 rubles for the basic 32 GB version ($329 plus taxes in the USA, the gray market and asking friends to bring it become relevant), for the 128 GB version they are already asking 31,990 rubles. Buying a 128 GB version for such a device does not make much sense, especially if you use it at home. But if you still buy it for travel, then yes, you should focus on a larger amount of memory, it will definitely be more comfortable. It’s not worth buying the LTE version, for most people it’s a waste of money, however, judge for yourself how much you need it.
If you are ready to fork out for good sound, the screen is head and shoulders above the picture quality, then you should take a closer look at the iPad Pro 10.5, but wait until the fall when it is updated. But the price will be noticeably higher; these are products of different classes.
I have nothing to say about the Apple Pencil; it is an expensive accessory that most users of the Pro model do not need; it will be of little use at all on a budget iPad. It'll be hard to find people who can't buy an iPad Pro but are willing to fork out $100 for an Apple Pencil or spend half as much for a Logitech equivalent.
The 2018 iPad has virtually no direct competitors. In the Samsung line we see the more expensive and older Tab S3, although they are comparable in many characteristics, this tablet is outdated. The updated A-series line will compete with the iPad, but we just have to wait for the announcement to compare them in detail. When this will happen is unknown.
There is a lull in the Android tablet market, and the only real alternative is models from Huawei, for example, Huawei m5 (in regular and Pro versions). Unfortunately, prices for Russia are still unknown, and therefore it is impossible to discuss how adequate they are as a direct competitor.
So it turns out that, against the backdrop of the inaction of others, a minimal cosmetic update last year's model, which comes out at exactly the same cost, is quite successful. For a budget tablet where you need a large screen that will last for years and at a relatively modest price, this 2018 iPad looks like a good deal.
Information about the make, model, and alternative names of the specific device, if available.
Design
Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Materials used, colors offered, certificates.
| Width Width information - refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 240 mm (millimeters) 24 cm (centimeters) 0.79 ft (feet) 9.45 in (inches) |
| Height Height information - refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 169.5 mm (millimeters) 16.95 cm (centimeters) 0.56 ft (feet) 6.67 in (inches) |
| Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units measurements. | 6.1 mm (millimeters) 0.61 cm (centimeters) 0.02 ft (feet) 0.24 in (inches) |
| Weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement. | 444 g (grams) 0.98 lbs 15.66 oz (ounces) |
| Volume The approximate volume of the device, calculated based on the dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped. | 248.15 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 15.07 in³ (cubic inches) |
| Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale. | Grey Golden Silver Pink gold |
| Materials for making the case Materials used to make the device body. | Aluminium alloy |
SIM card
The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.
Mobile networks
A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.
| GSM GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) is designed to replace the analogue mobile network (1G). For this reason, GSM is often called a 2G mobile network. It is improved by the addition of GPRS (General Packet Radio Services), and later EDGE (Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution) technologies. | GSM 850 MHz GSM 900 MHz GSM 1800 MHz GSM 1900 MHz |
| CDMA CDMA (Code-Division Multiple Access) is a channel access method used in communications in mobile networks. Compared to other 2G and 2.5G standards like GSM and TDMA, it provides higher data transfer speeds and connectivity more consumers at the same time. | CDMA 800 MHz CDMA 1900 MHz |
| CDMA2000 CDMA2000 is a group of 3G mobile network standards based on CDMA. Their advantages include a stronger signal, fewer interruptions and network breaks, support analog signal, wide spectral coverage, etc. | 1xEV-DO Rev. A 1xEV-DO Rev. B |
| UMTS UMTS is an abbreviation for Universal Mobile Telecommunications System. It is based on the GSM standard and belongs to 3G mobile networks. Developed by 3GPP and its biggest advantage is providing greater speed and spectral efficiency thanks to W-CDMA technology. | UMTS 850 MHz UMTS 900 MHz UMTS 1700/2100 MHz UMTS 1900 MHz UMTS 2100 MHz |
| LTE LTE (Long Term Evolution) is defined as a technology fourth generation(4G). It is developed by 3GPP based on GSM/EDGE and UMTS/HSPA to increase the capacity and speed of wireless mobile networks. The subsequent technology development is called LTE Advanced. | LTE 700 MHz Class 13 LTE 700 MHz Class 17 LTE 800 MHz LTE 900 MHz LTE 1700/2100 MHz LTE 1800 MHz LTE 2100 MHz LTE 2600 MHz LTE-TDD 1900 MHz (B39) LTE-TDD 2300 MHz (B40) LTE-TDD 2500 MHz (B41) LTE-TDD 2600 MHz (B38) LTE 700 MHz (B12) LTE 850 MHz (B26) LTE 1900 MHz (B25) LTE 800 MHz (B18) LTE 700 MHz (B28) LTE 800 MHz (B19) LTE 800 MHz (B27) LTE 700 MHz (B29) |
Mobile communication technologies and data transfer speeds
Communication between devices on mobile networks is carried out using technologies that provide different data transfer rates.
Operating system
An operating system is a system software that manages and coordinates the operation of hardware components in a device.
SoC (System on Chip)
A system on a chip (SoC) includes all the most important hardware components of a mobile device on one chip.
| SoC (System on Chip) A system on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components, such as a processor, graphics processor, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software necessary for their operation. | Apple A9X APL1021 |
| Technological process Information about technological process, on which the chip is made. Nanometers measure half the distance between elements in the processor. | 14 nm (nanometers) |
| Processor (CPU) The primary function of a mobile device's processor (CPU) is to interpret and execute instructions contained in software applications. | Apple Twister |
| Processor size The size (in bits) of a processor is determined by the size (in bits) of the registers, address buses, and data buses. 64-bit processors have higher performance compared to 32-bit processors, which in turn are more powerful than 16-bit processors. | 64 bit |
| Instruction Set Architecture Instructions are commands with which the software sets/controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute. | ARMv8-A |
| Level 1 cache (L1) Cache memory is used by the processor to reduce access time to more frequently used data and instructions. L1 (level 1) cache is small in size and works much faster as system memory, and other levels of cache memory. If the processor does not find the requested data in L1, it continues to look for it in the L2 cache. On some processors, this search is performed simultaneously in L1 and L2. | 64 kB + 64 kB (kilobytes) |
| Level 2 cache (L2) L2 (level 2) cache is slower than L1 cache, but in return it has a higher capacity, allowing it to cache more data. It, like L1, is much faster than system memory (RAM). If the processor does not find the requested data in L2, it continues to look for it in the L3 cache (if available) or in RAM memory. | 3072 kB (kilobytes) 3 MB (megabytes) |
| Number of processor cores The processor core executes software instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance by allowing multiple instructions to be executed in parallel. | 2 |
| CPU clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in terms of cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). | 2160 MHz (megahertz) |
| Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) Graphics processing unit (GPU) handles calculations for various 2D/3D graphic applications. IN mobile devices ah it is used most often by games, consumer interface, video applications, etc. | PowerVR GT7900 |
| Amount of random access memory (RAM) Random Access Memory (RAM) in use operating system and all installed applications. Data stored in RAM is lost after the device is turned off or restarted. | 2 GB (gigabytes) |
| Type of random access memory (RAM) Information about the type of random access memory (RAM) used by the device. | LPDDR4 |
| RAM frequency The frequency of RAM determines its operating speed, more specifically, the speed of reading/writing data. | 1600 MHz (megahertz) |
| M9 motion coprocessor |
Built-in memory
Each mobile device has built-in (non-removable) memory with a fixed capacity.
Screen
The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.
| Type/technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the quality of the information image directly depends. | Oxide TFT |
| Diagonal For mobile devices, screen size is expressed by the length of its diagonal, measured in inches. | 9.7 in (inches) 246.38 mm (millimeters) 24.64 cm (centimeters) |
| Width Approximate screen width | 7.76 in (inches) 197.1 mm (millimeters) 19.71 cm (centimeters) |
| Height Approximate screen height | 5.82 in (inches) 147.83 mm (millimeters) 14.78 cm (centimeters) |
| Aspect Ratio The ratio of the dimensions of the long side of the screen to its short side | 1.333:1 4:3 |
| Permission Screen resolution shows the number of pixels vertically and horizontally on the screen. Higher resolution means clearer image detail. | 2048 x 1536 pixels |
| Pixel Density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be displayed on the screen with clearer detail. | 264 ppi (pixels per inch) 103 ppcm (pixels per centimeter) |
| Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for color components in one pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors that the screen can display. | 24 bit 16777216 flowers |
| Screen area Approximate percentage of screen area occupied by the screen on the front of the device. | 71.86% (percent) |
| Other characteristics Information about other screen features and characteristics. | Capacitive Multi-touch |
| Retina display Full Lamination Technology 500 cd/m² Antireflective coating Oleophobic (lipophobic) coating LED-backlit Wide color gamut |
Sensors
Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical indicators into signals that a mobile device can recognize.
Rear camera
The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on its back panel and may be combined with one or more secondary cameras.
| Sensor type Information about the camera sensor type. Some of the most widely used types of sensors in mobile device cameras are CMOS, BSI, ISOCELL, etc. | CMOS BSI (backside illumination) |
| Svetlosila | f/2.2 |
| Number of optical elements (lenses) Information about the number of optical elements (lenses) of the camera. | 5 |
| Flash type The rear (rear) cameras of mobile devices mainly use LED flashes. They can be configured with one, two or more light sources and vary in shape. | LED |
| Image Resolution | 4032 x 3024 pixels 12.19 MP (megapixels) |
| Video resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels 8.29 MP (megapixels) |
| 30fps (frames per second) | |
| Characteristics | Autofocus Continuous shooting Digital zoom Digital image stabilization Geographical tags Panoramic photography Touch Focus Face recognition Exposure compensation Self-timer |
| Hybrid IR filter Sapphire crystal glass lens cover 1080p@120fps 720p @ 240 fps |
Front-camera
Smartphones have one or more front cameras of various designs - a pop-up camera, a rotating camera, a cutout or hole in the display, an under-display camera.
| Svetlosila F-stop (also known as aperture, aperture, or f-number) is a measure of the size of a lens's aperture, which determines the amount of light entering the sensor. The lower the f-number, the larger the aperture and the more light reaches the sensor. Typically the f-number is specified to correspond to the maximum possible aperture of the aperture. | f/2.2 |
| Image Resolution One of the main characteristics of cameras is resolution. It represents the number of horizontal and vertical pixels in an image. For convenience, smartphone manufacturers often list resolution in megapixels, indicating the approximate number of pixels in millions. | 2560 x 1920 pixels 4.92 MP (megapixels) |
| Video resolution Information about the maximum video resolution that the camera can record. | 1280 x 720 pixels 0.92 MP (megapixels) |
| Video recording speed (frame rate) Information about maximum speed recording (frames per second, fps) supported by the camera at maximum resolution. Some of the most basic video recording speeds are 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps. | 30fps (frames per second) |
| Characteristics Information about additional software and hardware features of the rear (rear) camera. | Face unlock |
| Retina flash HDR Exposure compensation Self-timer |
Audio
Information about the type of speakers and audio technologies supported by the device.
Radio
The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.
Location determination
Information about the navigation and location technologies supported by your device.
WiFi
Wi-Fi is a technology that provides wireless communication for transmitting data over close distances between various devices.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless data transfer between various devices of different types over short distances.
USB
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to exchange data.
Headphone jack
This is an audio connector, also called an audio jack. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.
Connecting devices
Information about other important connection technologies supported by your device.
Browser
A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.
Video file formats/codecs
Mobile devices support different video file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode/decode digital video data.
Battery
Mobile device batteries differ from each other in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge necessary for their functioning.
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
The SAR level refers to the amount of electromagnetic radiation absorbed by the human body while using a mobile device.
| SAR level for body (EU) The SAR level indicates maximum amount electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed when holding a mobile device at hip level. Maximum permissible value The SAR for mobile devices in Europe is 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard established by the CENELEC committee in compliance with the ICNIRP guidelines of 1998 and IEC standards. | 0.99 W/kg (Watt per kilogram) |
| Body SAR level (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed when holding a mobile device at hip level. The highest permissible SAR value in the USA is 1.6 W/kg per 1 gram of human tissue. This value is set by the FCC, and the CTIA monitors mobile devices' compliance with this standard. | 1.19 W/kg (Watt per kilogram) |
- not the best the best option in the line of tablets from Apple. It cannot be called the fastest, most advanced or best iPad of those that have been released to date. Instead, it has a much more noble goal - to be the best tablet for studying. But what makes it different from other current iPad models? Aren't they ideal for school use? Let's take a little closer look at comparing the new iPad with its brothers and figure out what its main differences are.
Design and display
The iPad, announced a couple of days ago, looks the same as last year's 9.7-inch model - an aluminum body with touch screen high resolution and a Touch ID fingerprint scanner built into the Home button. It makes sense that the 10.5-inch iPad Pro will give you a little more screen real estate to work with, but it's also physically larger. Note that ProMotion (120Hz refresh rate), Wide Colors and True Tone display technologies are only available on the iPad Pro.
Software and features
The new version of the 9.7-inch tablet runs on the latest software iOS, the next day after the presentation, Apple released the iOS 11.3 update for it. At the conference, the company also showed off a host of new education-focused AR apps that will be available on any other iPad. Also on the new model, it is possible to share an iPad with several students using personal accounts for each of them.
The innovation is that on latest iPad Can work with Apple Pencil. Using a digital stylus, students will be able to take notes on their documents, and teachers will be able to add comments to submitted work. All iPad Pro models are also compatible with Apple Pencil, while last year's 9.7-inch iPad did not have this feature. It's worth noting here that, unlike the iPad Pro new The model is not compatible with the Apple Smart Keyboard. However, it will work with any Bluetooth keyboard.
Processor, memory
Apple equipped the new iPad with the A10 Fusion system chip - the same processor found in the iPhone 7. This makes new model The iPad is more powerful than last year's 9.7-inch version, but still not as powerful as the iPad Pro.
It is also worth noting that with the new iPad, schoolchildren will be provided with 200 GB free of charge cloud storage Apple Cloud is much more than the measly 5GB that users of other models get.
Camera and sound
Of course, Apple had to cut some corners to offer the public an affordable iPad. The new 9.7-inch model has almost the same camera as last year's affordable iPad: 8 megapixels with 1080p video support. On the front panel there is an identical camera with a resolution of 1.2 megapixels. The sound configuration did not show any significant changes.
In comparison, the 10.5-inch iPad Pro offers a lot more features. His camera with more high resolution is more sensitive to light and has optical stabilization, while video can be shot in 4K.
Price
The new 9.7-inch iPad will retail for $329 in the US. Schools, however, will be able to get it for $299. Educational institutions will also receive a $10 discount on the Apple Pencil, bringing its price down to $89 each. Even in its most expensive version, this model is cheaper compared to the more powerful iPad Pro. In Russia, prices for the new product are as follows:
32 GB Wi-Fi - 24,990 rubles
32 GB Wi-Fi + Cellular - 34,990 rubles
128 GB Wi-Fi - 31,990 rubles
128 GB Wi-Fi + Cellular - 41,990 rubles
Bottom line
As you have already noticed, global changes in new iPad with a 9.7-inch display cannot be noted. And this was largely the reason why Apple presentation March 27 was a disappointment for many of us. Great interest in the new product from outside ordinary users no, there's no point in changing it previous version iPad to a new one. But for new users, this device may be a completely acceptable choice.
New Apple iPad 9.7 (2017) belongs to the fifth generation in the Apple tablet series. The design is no longer amazing, and many elements are borrowed from the iPad Air. But still we consider him one of the best tablets, especially with a price of $330 (RUR 18,800).
New tablet Apple iPad 9.7 (2017) - Reviews
The Apple iPad 9.7 (2017) has everything most users need - a durable battery, powerful processor, a large amount of memory, regular updates and a huge library of applications.
Apple hasn't changed much in the design of its new products. The 9.7-inch iPad 2017 has almost the same dimensions as the iPad Air 2 - it is slightly thicker (7.5 mm) and heavier (469 grams), but still very thin and light.
There is an Apple logo in the middle of the back panel, the camera is in the upper left corner, and the insert for the cellular module looks like a black or white stripe. On the front panel there is a physical button that is more pressure sensitive than on the iPhone 7. The screen is surrounded by wide frames, and the front camera is located above it.
On the right side you will find the volume buttons, at the top there is a power button, at the bottom there is a Lightning port with two speaker grilles. The sound is quite loud for movies or music, and while it's not quite as good as the iPad Pro with two additional speakers, it's still better than most tablets in this price range.
The 9.7-inch display of the Apple iPad 9.7 (2017) is ideal for watching videos. There is no anti-glare coating like the iPad 2 Air, it is 25 percent brighter, and the image remains legible even in direct sunlight. The resolution is the same as on the iPad Pro (2048 × 1536), which is 2 times more expensive. The quality is not as high, which means that the tablet is not suitable for artists and other creative people who rely on color accuracy. However, it is sufficient for reading or watching movies.
Build quality is high, although the screen is easily covered with fingerprints or dust.
System Performance
The new Apple iPad 9.7 (2017) is equipped with an A9 processor, an M9 coprocessor and 2 GB of RAM. While watching a video on YouTube, visiting social networks, as well as in such demanding games as Injustice: Gods Among Us and Unkilled, performance remained consistently high almost always.
Models are available with 32 GB or 128 GB of internal memory. 3D Touch function is not supported. IN Home button There is a built-in fingerprint scanner that allows you to quickly unlock the device.
iOS 10 offers a wide range of optimized apps where screen usage plays a big role - that's where Android tablets seriously behind. Multitasking gestures are supported, although they're not as convenient as those on the iPad Pro with its larger 12.9-inch display. Split View and Slide Over, which allow you to use several applications simultaneously. When using Split View, performance sometimes sags, but I sent emails without problems e-mail, wrote in Google Docs and browsed the web.
Battery
The battery capacity is an impressive 8,610 mAh - this explains the thickness of the tablet. Within a week of use with WiFi tablet discharged to 40%. It is worth keeping in mind that with an LTE connection the battery drains faster.
An 8-megapixel camera with f/2.4 aperture is located on the rear panel, and a 1.2-megapixel camera with f/2.2 is on the front. Both take photos almost without delay, the back one shows high quality and detail, but still the iPhone will be best choice for photography enthusiasts.
Pictures on front camera are grainy due to the low resolution, although this is sufficient for use.
Bottom line
The 9.7-inch Apple iPad (2017) is a tablet aimed at the majority. You can use it to watch videos, visit websites, play games or perform other moderately heavy tasks.
The Amazon Fire HD 8, Nvidia Shield K1 or Asus ZenPad 3S 10 are in the same price range, but they don't have as many apps. For an additional $270 (R15,400), you can get a 9.7-inch iPad Pro with 4 speakers, best display, great camera, Apple support Pencil, Smart Keyboard and many others.
Apple regularly releases updates. Unlike most Android tablet manufacturers, you can count on support for more than two years. Therefore, I confidently recommend the Apple iPad 9.7 (2017) - a tablet with excellent quality at a low price.
Advantages
- Excellent performance
- Long lasting battery
- Availability
- Large display
- Subtlety and ease of work