Apple iPad Air 1st generation

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9.7-inch Retina
Apple A7 chip
5MP iSight camera
1.2MP FaceTime HD
10-hour battery
Wi-Fi 4 + BT 4.0
LTE support
Lightning connector
469g - 478g

Display

9.7-inch LED-backlit Multi-Touch

2048-by-1536 resolution at 264 ppi

Performance

A7 chip with 64-bit architecture

M7 motion coprocessor

Cameras

5MP iSight rear camera with f/2.4

1.2MP FaceTime HD front camera

Power

32.4-watt-hour battery

Up to 10 hours of web surfing on Wi-Fi

Connectivity

Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n (dual channel)

Bluetooth 4.0 technology

Canonical model family

A1474 (Wi-Fi)

A1475 / A1476 (Wi-Fi + Cellular)

The iPad Air (1st generation) is identified by specific model numbers corresponding to connectivity capabilities. The Wi-Fi model is designated as A1474, while cellular-capable versions include A1475 and the TD-LTE variant A1476.

  • Canonical model family: A1474 / A1475 / A1476.
  • Regional variants / SKU codes listed in source: A1474 (Wi-Fi), A1475 (Wi-Fi + Cellular), A1476 (Wi-Fi + Cellular TD-LTE).

The device features a 9.7-inch Retina display with an oleophobic coating. It is powered by the A7 chip and includes an M7 motion coprocessor. Storage capacities range from 16GB to 128GB.

  • Display: 9.7-inch LED-backlit IPS display, 2048 x 1536 resolution.
  • Chipset: Apple A7 chip with 64-bit architecture.
  • Cameras: 5MP iSight rear camera with autofocus and 1.2MP FaceTime HD front camera.
  • Sensors: Three-axis gyro, accelerometer, and ambient light sensor.
  • Audio: Dual microphones and built-in speakers with a 3.5mm headphone jack.

The iPad Air supports dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz and 5GHz) with MIMO technology. Cellular models include a nano-SIM tray and support for various UMTS, GSM, CDMA, and LTE bands.

  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0.
  • Cellular (A1475/A1476): Support for UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA, GSM/EDGE, CDMA EV-DO, and LTE.
  • Location: Wi-Fi, digital compass, and Assisted GPS/GLONASS (cellular models).
  • Connector: Lightning connector for charging and data.

The iPad Air (1st generation) launched with iOS and supported subsequent updates. It provides access to the App Store, FaceTime, and standard Apple productivity tools.

  • Operating System: Originally shipped with iOS; supports up to iOS 12.
  • Assistant: Siri voice assistant integration.
  • Syncing: Requires iTunes on Mac or PC for local management.

The 1st generation iPad Air introduced a thinner, lighter chassis compared to its predecessors.

  • Dimensions: 9.4 inches (240 mm) height, 6.6 inches (169.5 mm) width, 0.29 inch (7.5 mm) depth.
  • Weight: 1 pound (469 g) for Wi-Fi model; 1.05 pounds (478 g) for Wi-Fi + Cellular models.
  • Finish: Available in Space Gray and Silver.
  • iPad Air
  • Lightning to USB Cable
  • USB Power Adapter

The Apple iPad Air (1st generation) represents a significant design milestone for the iPad line, offering a slim profile and the performance of the 64-bit A7 chip. It remains a capable device for media consumption and basic tasks, though it lacks modern biometric security and current software support.

Launch Price (MSRP): Current Market Price:
US$499
— views Research contribution by specs.global