| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $440.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
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| Launch | Announced | 2014, October 16. Released 2014, October 24 |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 240 x 169.5 x 6.1 mm (9.45 x 6.67 x 0.24 in) |
| Weight | 437 g (Wi-Fi) / 444 g (3G/LTE) (15.41 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only) | |
| Display | Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 9.7 inches, 291.4 cm2 (~71.6% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1536 x 2048 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~264 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating | |
| Platform | OS | iOS 8.1, upgradable to iPadOS 15.8.5 |
| Chipset | Apple A8X (20 nm) | |
| CPU | Triple-core 1.5 GHz Typhoon | |
| GPU | PowerVR GXA6850 (octa-core graphics) | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Internal | 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 2GB RAM, 128GB 2GB RAM | |
| Main Camera | Single | 8 MP, f/2.4, 31mm (standard), 1.12µm, AF |
| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps, HDR, stereo sound rec. | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 1.2 MP, f/2.2, 31mm (standard) |
| Features | face detection, HDR, FaceTime over Wi-Fi or Cellular | |
| Video | 720p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, EDR | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS - cellular model only | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | Lightning, USB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer |
| Battery | Type | Li-Po 7340 mAh, non-removable (27.62 Wh) |
| Talk time | Up to 10 h (multimedia) | |
| Misc | Colors | Space Gray, Silver, Gold |
| Models | A1566, A1567, iPad5,3, iPad5,4 | |
| Price | About 440 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Performance | Basemark X: 29753 |
| Display | Contrast ratio: 1048 (nominal) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 75dB / Noise 70dB / Ring 78dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -93.9dB / Crosstalk -83.9dB |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Apple iPad Air 2
Advantages
- Generous visual canvas spanning 9.7 inches, ideal for split-screen multitasking and media consumption
- Precision stylus and active pen support tailored for digital illustration and handwriting
- Substantial 7340mAh battery reservoir offering extended hours of continuous productivity
Disadvantages
- Larger physical footprint makes comfortable one-handed operation impractical
- Rear optical camera hardware is more modest compared to contemporary smartphones
- Substantial weight requires a desk stand or folio case during prolonged viewing sessions
Engineered to deliver an expansive digital workspace, the Apple iPad Air 2 commands attention through its slender, rigid chassis and immersive a spacious, high-resolution display panel spanning 9.7 inches . The broad aspect ratio is finely tuned for comfortable split-screen document workflows, immersive digital illustration, and high-definition multimedia playback with generous viewing angles.
Under the hood, processing horsepower is directed by the capable Apple A8X (20 nm). Demanding tasks—including 4K video rendering, multi-window productivity, and graphic-intensive mobile gaming—operate with reassuring fluidity. Precision active stylus support transforms the screen into a responsive digital sketchpad, complemented by an acoustic speaker array that produces expansive stereo separation.
Prolonged operational sessions are sustained by a hefty 7340mAh power cell, engineered to effortlessly see users through long flights, university lectures, or marathon media sessions. In conclusion, the Apple iPad Air 2 proves to be an authoritative large-screen tablet that excels in both content creation and mobile entertainment.
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