Apple iPad 10.2-inch (9th Generation) 2021 - Product Specifications:
General Information
Year Introduced: 2021
Model Numbers: A2602, A2603, A2604, A2605
Colour Options:
Silver
Space Grey
Capacity Options:
64 GB
256 GB
Size and Weight
Weight (Wi-Fi only model):
487 grams
Weight (Wi-Fi + Cellular model):
498 grams
Dimensions (both models):
Width: 174.1 mm
Height: 250.6 mm
Depth: 7.5 mm
Display
Type: Retina LED-backlit Multi-Touch with IPS technology
Resolution: 2160 × 1620 pixels at 264 ppi
Brightness: Up to 500 nits
Features: Wide colour (P3), True Tone, Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating
Chip and Performance
Chipset: Apple A13 Bionic
CPU: Hexa-core (2 performance + 4 efficiency cores)
GPU: Apple quad-core graphics
Neural Engine: Embedded Neural Engine
RAM: 3 GB (approximate)
Camera System
Rear Camera:
Resolution: 8MP Wide
Features: Autofocus, HDR, Panorama, Photo geotagging
Formats: HEIF, JPEG
Front Camera:
Resolution: 12MP Ultra Wide
Features: Centre Stage support, Wide colour capture, Retina Flash
Video Recording
Rear Camera:
4K: 24, 25, 30 fps
1080p HD: 30 or 60 fps
720p HD: 30 fps
Other Features: Time-lapse with stabilisation
Front Camera:
1080p HD: 25, 30 or 60 fps
Other Features: Centre Stage video support
Audio and Speakers
Speakers: Stereo speakers
Microphones: Dual microphones for calls and audio-/video recording
Audio Playback Formats: AAC, MP3, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus
Spatial Audio: Not supported
Connectivity
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) with 2×2 MIMO
Bluetooth: 4.2
Cellular (Wi-Fi + Cellular models):
Gigabit-class LTE with multiple bands
eSIM support (no physical SIM tray)
Location Services:
GPS/GNSS (Cellular models)
Digital compass
Security and Authentication
Touch ID: Home button with fingerprint sensor
Uses: Unlock iPad, Secure app data, Apple Pay purchases
Battery and Power
Battery Type: Built-in rechargeable lithium-polymer (~32.4-watt-hour)
Charging: Via Lightning connector or USB to computer system
Ports and Expansion
Lightning Port: Charging and data transfer
External Display Support: Via Lightning to HDMI/VGA adapters (sold separately)
Operating System
OS: iPadOS
Features: Built-in apps, multitasking, Home button support
Accessibility
Features Include: VoiceOver, Zoom, Magnifier, Spoken Content, Voice Control, AssistiveTouch, Siri, Dictation, Live Captions, Subtitles and Closed Captioning
Environmental Impact
Operating Temp: 0° to 35C
Non-operating Temp: 20° to 45 °C
Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Operating Altitude: Tested up to 3000 m
Apple iPad iPadOS Software Compatibility Chart:
Device
Released
Original iPadOS
Max iPadOS
iPad (Gen 11)
2025
18
18
iPad Mini (Gen 7)
2024
18
18
iPad Pro (M4) (Gen 7)
2024
17
18
iPad Air (M2) (Gen 6)
2024
17
18
iPad Pro 12.9 (Gen 6)
2022
16
18
iPad Pro 11 (Gen 4)
2022
16
18
iPad (Gen 10)
2022
16
18
iPad Air (Gen 5)
2022
15
18
iPad (Gen 9)
2021
15
18
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