Apple iPad 1st generation

Apple iPad 1st generation
Display System
9.7-inch LED-backlit glossy widescreen
1024-by-768 resolution (132 ppi) with IPS technology
Processor
1GHz Apple A4 custom-designed SoC
High-performance, low-power architecture
Capacity
16GB, 32GB, or 64GB flash drive
Battery and Power
25-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery
Up to 10 hours of web surfing or media playback
Connectivity
Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR technology
Cellular (A1337)
UMTS/HSDPA (850, 1900, 2100 MHz)
GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)
Canonical model family
The Apple iPad (1st generation) is available in two primary configurations defined by their connectivity capabilities. The Wi-Fi model is designated as A1219, while the Wi-Fi + 3G model is designated as A1337.
- Canonical model family: A1219 / A1337
- Release date: January 27, 2010 (Wi-Fi); April 2010 (Wi-Fi + 3G)
Technical Specifications
The iPad (1st generation) utilises a 9.7-inch Multi-Touch display with an oleophobic coating. It is powered by the Apple A4 chip and includes an accelerometer and ambient light sensor. Audio playback supports a wide range of formats including AAC, MP3, and Apple Lossless, with a user-configurable volume limit.
- Dimensions: 9.56 x 7.47 x 0.5 inches
- Weight: 1.5 lbs (Wi-Fi) / 1.6 lbs (Wi-Fi + 3G)
- Sensors: Accelerometer, ambient light sensor
- Audio: Built-in speaker, microphone, 3.5-mm headphone jack
- Input/Output: 30-pin dock connector, Micro-SIM tray (A1337 only)
Connectivity and Requirements
The device supports standard Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. The Wi-Fi + 3G model adds cellular data capabilities and Assisted GPS. System requirements include a Mac or PC with a USB 2.0 port and iTunes 9.1 or later.
- Wireless: Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n), Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
- Location (A1337): Assisted GPS, Cellular
- System Requirements: Mac OS X v10.5.8+ or Windows 7/Vista/XP SP3+
Platform Features
The iPad (1st generation) runs the original iOS platform, supporting multi-language display and simultaneous character rendering. It features a dedicated Home button, volume controls, and a physical mute switch.
- Controls: On/Off Sleep/Wake, Mute, Volume, Home
- Video Output: Supported via Dock Connector to VGA, Component, or Composite AV cables
- Video Formats: H.264, MPEG-4, and Motion JPEG (M-JPEG)
In the Box
- iPad
- Dock Connector to USB Cable
- 10W USB Power Adapter
- Documentation
Summary
The Apple iPad (1st generation) features a 9.7-inch LED-backlit IPS display, the 1GHz Apple A4 system-on-a-chip, and storage capacities of 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB. It includes Wi-Fi 802.11n and Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity, with a dedicated Wi-Fi + 3G model offering cellular data and Assisted GPS. The device is housed in a recyclable aluminium and glass enclosure, weighing approximately 1.5 to 1.6 pounds depending on the configuration.
| Launch Price (MSRP): | Current Market Price: |
|---|---|
| US$499 |