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Apple iPad Air 2

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Pros

  • iPad Air 2 is thin
  • light and feels great in the hand
  • coating definitely makes the iPad more versatile

Cons

  • this setting cannot be enforced by the benchmark app
  • device may be too hot or have other apps running in the background
  • Battery life is very sensitive to changes in screen brightness

Key specs

  • 2 GB
  • 4
  • 9.7 in
  • 2048, 1536 px
  • 264 ppi
  • 8 Mpx
  • yes

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Apple iPad Air 2 - Variants

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  • Display technology
    • IPS TFT
    • IPS
    • LED
    • Retina LCD
  • Operating system
    • Apple iOS 11
    • Apple iOS 8.1
  • Weight
    • 444
    • 437
  • Internal storage
    • 16 GB
    • 64 GB
    • 128 GB
    • 32 GB
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iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular 16 GB / 9.7"
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iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular 64 GB / 9.7"
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iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular 128 GB / 9.7"
    iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular 32 GB / 9.7"
      iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 32 GB / 9.7"
        iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 16 GB / 9.7"
          iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 128 GB / 9.7"
            iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 64 GB / 9.7"

              Apple iPad Air 2 - Pros & Cons

              Apple iPad Air 2

              Pros

              • iPad Air 2 is thin
              • light and feels great in the hand
              • coating definitely makes the iPad more versatile
              • text and other data between apps has been improved in a very similar manner
              • size and shape is better suited for everything
              • lower weight makes it easy to tap and swipe around
              • 2's screen is beautifully refined The iPad Air screen was pretty neat in itself
              • some great features that makes it one of the best iPads
              • physical design
              • build quality and all-round robustness
              • beautiful

              Cons

              • this setting cannot be enforced by the benchmark app
              • device may be too hot or have other apps running in the background
              • Battery life is very sensitive to changes in screen brightness
              • with the screen off it consumes very little power
              • black bars are worse for movies in letter box format
              • tablet sales are falling
              • no tablet camera needs to be that high res
              • still a little pricier than the aging Air 2
              • loss of the silencing switch
              • which has departed due to size restrictions
              • the reflections are much diminished

              Apple iPad Air 2 - Technical Overview

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              IconCPU Frequency
              1.5 GHz
              Best:
              Wacom Cintiq Companion
              CPU Frequency: 3 GHz
              IconCPU Cores
              4
              Best:
              IconPixel density
              264 ppi
              Best:
              Hisense VIDAA Mirror
              Pixel density: 431 ppi
              IconScreen size
              9.7 in
              Best:
              Planar Helium PCT2785
              Screen size: 27 in

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              Apple iPad Air 2 - Full Specifications

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              Display
              Display technology
              • IPS TFT
              • IPS
              • LED
              • Retina LCD
              Screen size9.7 in
              Resolution2048 x 1536 px
              Pixel density264.0 ppi
              Touchscreenyes
              Icon
              Design
              Colour of product
              • Silver
              • Space grey
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              Storage
              Internal storage
              • 128 GB
              • 16 GB
              • 32 GB
              • 64 GB
              Maximum memory card size128.0 GB
              Memory card supported
              MultiMediaCard
              Icon
              Camera
              Rear camerayes
              Front camerayes
              Rear resolution8.0 Mpx
              Front resolution1.2 Mpx
              Video resolution1080p
              Autofocusyes
              Flashyes
              Burst modeyes
              Icon
              Network
              Wi-Fiyes
              3Gyes
              4Gyes
              Icon
              Power
              Battery typeLi-Po
              Battery capacity8620.0 mAh
              Battery life10.0 h
              Icon
              Dimensions
              Height9.45 in
              Width6.67 in
              Depth0.24 in
              Weight
              • 437
              • 444
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              Technical details
              Operating system
              • Apple iOS 11
              • Apple iOS 8.1
              RAM memory2 GB
              CPU Cores4
              CPU Frequency1.5 GHz
              CPU ModelApple A8x
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              Sensors
              Proximity sensoryes
              Accelerometeryes
              Ambient light sensoryes
              Digital compassyes
              Barometeryes
              Fingerprintyes
              Pedometeryes
              Icon
              Connectivity
              Bluetoothyes
              Bluetooth version4.0
              Charging connectionApple Lightning
              Headphone connection3.5mm
              Wi-Fi hotspotyes

              Apple iPad Air 2 - Q&A (15)

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                deloise
                about 2 years ago
                Is Apple iPad Air 2 still worth buying?
                anissa.rosenbaum
                about 2 years ago
                Yeah, it's still worth buying. The Apple iPad Air 2 is still a very good tablet. The processor and software are still fast and fluid.
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                luciano.lehner
                about 2 years ago
                Can I trade in my Apple iPad Air 2?
                robyn
                about 2 years ago
                Yes, you can trade in your used Apple iPad Air 2 in any condition.
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              • 0
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                maryland_smith
                over 2 years ago
                What is the size of Apple iPad Air 2?
                florencia
                about 2 years ago
                The Apple iPad Air 2 is a 9.7-inch tablet with a high-resolution display.
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              • 0
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                lera.walter
                over 2 years ago
                How much is the Apple iPad Air 2 In USA?
                inell.larkin
                about 2 years ago
                The Apple iPad Air 2 prices start at $99 and cost $146 on average.
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              • 0
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                shirley.wilkinson
                over 2 years ago
                When did the Apple iPad Air 2 come out?
                jalisa
                about 2 years ago
                The Apple iPad Air 2 is the second-generation tablet computer of Apple Inc. The device was announced on October 16, 2014.
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              • 0
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                florencia
                over 2 years ago
                Does The Apple iPad Air 2 have a sim card slot?
                janet_pouros
                about 2 years ago
                Yes, iPad Pro, iPad Air, and Apple iPad Air 2 have SIM slots on the bottom right side of the device.
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              • 0
                Votes
                hyacinth_reilly
                over 2 years ago
                Does the Apple iPad Air 2 have AirPlay?
                charley.west
                about 2 years ago
                Yes, the Apple iPad Air 2 supports AirPlay, which is a great feature that allows you to share what's on your screen wirelessly with an Apple TV or using AirPlay-enabled speakers.
                Helpful?
              • 0
                Votes
                katherina
                over 2 years ago
                Does the Apple iPad Air 2 Have a Retina Display?
                billi_torphy
                about 2 years ago
                The Apple iPad Air 2 was designed with a large, 9.7-inch Retina display that makes everything easier and more beautiful to look at. And because of its anti-reflective coating, whether you're working in bright sunlight or deep shadows, every detail is crisp and clear.
                Helpful?
              • 0
                Votes
                shirley.wilkinson
                over 2 years ago
                Does the Apple iPad Air 2 have GPS?
                ernie
                about 2 years ago
                Your Apple iPad Air 2 can determine your geographical position using GPS (Global Positioning System).
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              • 0
                Votes
                lorenza.johnson
                about 2 years ago
                Can I upgrade my Apple iPad Air 2?
                almeta
                about 2 years ago
                Apple has decided to discontinue support for Apple iPad Air 2. The company will no longer provide software updates for the aging.
                Helpful?
              • 0
                Votes
                emmitt.kautzer
                over 2 years ago
                Does Apple pencils work on The Apple iPad Air 2?
                angelena
                about 2 years ago
                No, The Apple iPad Air 2 does not support Apple Pencil.
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              • 0
                Votes
                trent
                about 2 years ago
                Is The Apple iPad Air 2 still supported?
                yulanda
                about 2 years ago
                Your Apple iPad Air 2 will no longer get Apple software updates.
                Helpful?
              • 0
                Votes
                delfina.zemlak
                over 2 years ago
                What is the generation of Apple iPad Air 2?
                lindsey
                about 2 years ago
                The Apple iPad Air 2 is the second-generation iPad Air tablet computer designed, developed and marketed by Apple Inc.
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              • 0
                Votes
                micah.rutherford
                over 2 years ago
                What is the weight of the Apple iPad Air 2?
                marion_parisian
                about 2 years ago
                The Apple iPad Air 2 is just 0.96 pound. And measuring the same width as the original iPad, it's easier to hold in one hand and even more comfortable to type on.
                Helpful?
              • 0
                Votes
                pedro.cole
                over 2 years ago
                Is the Apple iPad Air 2 wireless chargeable?
                dannie
                about 2 years ago
                No, The Apple iPad Air 2 cannot be charged wirelessly.
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              Apple iPad Air 2 Apple - Editorial Reviews (17)

              4.8
              Based on 17 reviews
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              • 3
              • 2
              • 1
              Apple iPad Air 2 Apple iPad Air 2 Review: Is it still worth buying? | IT PRO
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              IT PRO
              Published: 18.05.2016
              Apple iPad Air 2 Review: Is it still worth buying? | IT PRO
              5.0

              The iPad Air 2 is still a very good tablet, but it's no longer the best iPad you can buy

              Apple iPad Air 2 iPad Air 2 review
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              TechRadar
              Published: 07.06.2021
              iPad Air 2 review
              5.0

              Apple took the perfect tablet and somehow made it even better

              Apple iPad Air 2 The iPad Air 2 delivers unparalleled value for the price
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              CNET
              Published: 22.03.2017
              The iPad Air 2 delivers unparalleled value for the price

              Offering the ideal balance of size, performance, and price, the iPad Air 2 remains a solid value for everyday users, even as the 9.7-inch iPad Pro takes on the mantle of best iPad ever made.

              Apple iPad Air 2 Apple iPad Air 2 Review - Best Tablet 2014
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              LaptopMag
              Published: 29.10.2014
              Apple iPad Air 2 Review - Best Tablet 2014
              4.5

              The iPad Air 2 is the tablet perfected, cramming a faster A8X processor, sharper camera and richer anti-reflective screen into an even thinner design.

              Apple iPad Air 2 12 Of The Best Features Of Apple IPad Air 2 - Gadget Review
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              Gadget Review
              12 Of The Best Features Of Apple IPad Air 2 - Gadget Review

              Apple’s new iPad Air hit stores on November 1, 2013. The new tablet boasts “a ton of advanced technology” in a slimmed design with 24-percent reduction in

              Apple iPad Air 2 Apple iPad Air 2
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              ProductReview.com.au
              Published: 17.06.2020
              Apple iPad Air 2

              Apple iPad Air 2 (Tablet): 4.5 out of 5 stars from 346 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

              Apple iPad Air 2 iPad Air 2 Review
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              businessinsider.my
              Published: 29.10.2014
              iPad Air 2 Review

              A review of the iPad Air 2

              Apple iPad Air 2 iPad Air 2 Review: The Best Tablet Available, Now More Portable And Powerful
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              TechCrunch
              Published: 22.10.2014
              iPad Air 2 Review: The Best Tablet Available, Now More Portable And Powerful

              Apple’s latest iPad update includes a redesigned iPad Air, just one year after the device was first introduced. Typically, Apple keeps the outside case design on mobile gadgets around for two years before switching things up, so the new slimmer Air is a remarkable feat in terms of hardware en…

              Apple iPad Air 2 The Apple iPad Air 2 Review
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              anandtech.com
              Published: 07.11.2014
              The Apple iPad Air 2 Review
              Apple iPad Air 2 iPad Air 2 review, one year on: Still the best mid-size tablet
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              Macworld
              Published: 22.03.2016
              iPad Air 2 review, one year on: Still the best mid-size tablet
              5.0

              The iPad Air 2 is an insanely fast, alarmingly thin tablet with looks to die for. Our iPad Air 2 review, updated after more than a year of use, includes speed tests, camera tests, battery and audio tests and detailed reviews of the iPad Air 2's features, design and specs. How well can a super-slim tablet stand up to long-term, heavy use?

              Apple iPad Air 2 Apple iPad Air 2 review
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              The Verge
              Published: 21.10.2014
              Apple iPad Air 2 review
              4.7

              Magical, not revolutionary

              Apple iPad Air 2 Apple iPad Air 2 Review
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              PCMAG
              Published: 21.10.2014
              Apple iPad Air 2 Review
              4.5

              The iPad Air 2 balances seamless ease of use, app abundance, and raw power in its ever-so-slender frame, continuing Apple's reign atop the tablet heap.

              Apple iPad Air 2 Apple iPad Air 2 review | Stuff
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              Apple iPad Air 2 review | Stuff

              Thinner, lighter, mightier – looks like Apple’s done it again

              Apple iPad Air 2 Home review
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              whathifi
              Published: 31.10.2014
              Home review
              5.0

              Product of the Year, Awards 2016. You can’t get better than this. If you’re looking for a tablet, the iPad Air 2 is the one to buy

              Apple iPad Air 2 Apple iPad Air 2 Review « TOP NEW Review
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              TOP NEW Review
              Apple iPad Air 2 Review « TOP NEW Review

              Apple’s obsession with  making its iPad tablets  thinner and lighter every  year is a philosophical  statement. The computer  should disappear; all that

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