Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch 1st generation

Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch 1st generation 3D preview

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A1584 / A1652
Apple A9X chip
12.9-inch Retina display
Apple Pencil support
10-hour battery life
Touch ID sensor
Lightning connector
8MP rear camera
Four-speaker audio
0.27-inch thin

Display System

12.9-inch LED-backlit Multi-Touch Retina display

2732-by-2048 resolution at 264 ppi

Processing Platform

A9X chip with 64-bit architecture

Embedded M9 motion coprocessor

Camera System

8MP iSight rear camera with f/2.4 aperture

1.2MP FaceTime HD front camera

Power and Battery

38.5-watt-hour rechargeable battery

Up to 10 hours of web surfing or video playback

Connectivity

802.11ac Wi-Fi with MIMO technology

Bluetooth 4.2 and optional LTE cellular support

Input and Sensors

Touch ID sensor and Smart Connector

Support for Apple Pencil (1st generation)

The Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (1st generation) is identified by the following model numbers:

  • A1584: Wi-Fi model
  • A1652: Wi-Fi + Cellular model

The device features a refined unibody enclosure of anodized aluminum. The display utilizes oxide TFT technology and a variable refresh rate to manage power efficiency while maintaining high performance.

  • Storage: 32GB, 128GB, or 256GB capacities depending on the model.
  • Audio: Four-speaker audio design providing stereo sound.
  • Microphones: Dual microphones for calls and recording.
  • Sensors: Touch ID, three-axis gyro, accelerometer, barometer, and ambient light sensor.
  • Location: Digital compass, Wi-Fi iBeacon microlocation, and Assisted GPS/GLONASS on cellular models.

The iPad Pro supports high-speed wireless connectivity and includes a dedicated nano-SIM tray for cellular models.

  • Wireless: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi, dual-band (2.4GHz and 5GHz), HT80 with MIMO.
  • Bluetooth: Version 4.2 technology.
  • Cellular (A1652): Supports a wide range of LTE bands, UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA, and CDMA EV-DO Rev. A and Rev. B.
  • Interface: Lightning connector for charging and data transfer; 3.5 mm headphone jack.

The iPad Pro (1st generation) launched with iOS 9, introducing advanced multitasking features such as Split View and Slide Over, specifically optimized for the large 12.9-inch display. The touch subsystem was redesigned to work with the Apple Pencil, significantly reducing latency for drawing and note-taking applications.

  • Height: 12 inches (305.7 mm)
  • Width: 8.68 inches (220.6 mm)
  • Depth: 0.27 inch (6.9 mm)
  • Weight (Wi-Fi): 1.57 pounds (713 grams)
  • Weight (Wi-Fi + Cellular): 1.59 pounds (723 grams)
  • iPad Pro
  • Lightning to USB Cable
  • USB Power Adapter

The Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (1st generation) represents a significant milestone in the iPad lineup, offering a large-format Retina display and desktop-class performance via the A9X chip. It remains a capable device for creative professionals and power users, supported by a robust ecosystem of apps and accessories like the Apple Pencil.

Launch Price (MSRP): Current Market Price:
US$799
— views Research contribution by specs.global