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What generations are iPads on now?
iPad generations list: every iPad model available now
- Apple iPad Pro (2021, 5th generation)
- Apple iPad Pro (2020, 4th generation)
- Apple iPad Pro (2018, 3rd generation)
- Apple iPad Air (2022, 5th generation)
- Apple iPad Air (2020, 4th generation)
- Apple iPad Air (2019, 3rd generation)
- Apple iPad 10.2 (2021, 9th generation)
What are 5th and 6th generation iPads?
The key differences are the processor and support for the Apple Pencil. The iPad (5th gen) is powered by an Apple A9 chip and the iPad (6th gen) is powered by an Apple A10 Fusion chip. The iPad (6th gen) supports the first-generation Apple Pencil, whereas the iPad (5th gen) does not support the Apple Pencil.
What year is the 8th generation iPad made?
2020
The iPad 10.2-inch (officially iPad (8th generation)) is a tablet computer developed and marketed by Apple Inc. as the successor to the 7th-generation iPad. It was announced on September 15, 2020 and released on September 18, 2020.
Why are iPad 8th generation out of stock?
The reason for the nosedive in shipments comes from component shortages. Actually, manufacturers saw chip shortages incoming, and many ramped up production at the end of 2020 to use as much available silicon available.
How many iPad generations are there 2021?
As of 2022, Apple has come out with nine generations of the regular iPad model. Ninth Generation: 10.2-inch iPad released in 2021. Eighth Generation: 10.2-inch iPad released in 2020. Seventh Generation: 10.2-inch iPad released in 2019.
Is 6th generation iPad outdated?
Just discontinued and not avaible for sale on Apple’s main website, any longer. It is still available as a discounted and refurbished model on Apple’s Refurbished & Clearance section of the Apple Website. The new 2019 10.2 inch screen 7th gen iPad has replaced it, but the specs are still similar.
How old is a generation 6 iPad?
| iPad (6th Generation) | |
|---|---|
| Release date | March 27, 2018 |
| Introductory price | $329 |
| Discontinued | September 10, 2019 |
| Operating system | Original: iOS 11.3 Current: iPadOS 15.5, released May 16, 2022 |
How long will the iPad 5th gen be supported?
Apple never warns ahead of time what devices will stop being supported with software updates. The 5th generation iPad will still be supported until September / October 2022, and likely another year also.
Which is better 8th gen or 9th Gen iPad?
The iPad 10.2 (9th gen) runs on the A13 Bionic chip with Neural Engine, while the iPad 10.2 (8th gen) runs on the A12 Bionic chip with Neural Engine so the latest model is a little faster and more capable.