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

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