iPad 2021 Deals & Offers

Key Features of the iPad 2021

• iPadOS 15

  The ninth-generation iPad comes with pre-installed iPad0S 15 software, so there are plenty of bonus features to look out for. There’s faster Live Text which allows you to extract written sections from a photo, then translate the phrases, or use them to get directions. You can expect support for the first-gen Apple Pencil which is handy for taking notes and sketching. The OS is driven by the Apple A13 Bionic chip which can deliver 20% faster speeds than any previous iPad. You’ll get a smoother performance on demanding apps and games, as well as a better multitasking experience.

• Design

  This iPad is essentially the same in terms of design as its predecessor, so from the dimensions to the weight there are no surprises. The good news is that your current keyboard and case will be compatible with this more powerful model if you’ll be upgrading. Unlike other Apple tablets which have shifted it to the side, this one keeps Touch ID beneath the home button. Fans of colour could be disappointed with the two relatively similar options - Silver and Grey. Although as most of us store our iPad in a case, it’s unlikely to be a major letdown. As usual, the iPad is made from aluminium, but now it’s 100% recycled.

• Display

  The familiar design theme means we also get a 10.2-inch screen, coupled with an impressive 2160x1620 resolution LCD. The brightness will reach a maximum of 500 nits which is going to keep the screen clear in most environments, although it could struggle in sunlight. To a certain extent, this will be balanced by the addition of True Tone technology. This adjusts the screen’s white balance to match the ambient light around it, so it will automatically become brighter and more vibrant when you’re outside or in direct sunlight.

• Connectivity

  Apple have two connectivity options, one is Wi-Fi and one is cellular or LTE. As you’d expect, the iPad 2021 price goes up for the cellular version. A lightning port takes care of charging and transferring data between devices, plus you’ll also get a headphone jack.

• Storage

  The cheapest iPad 2021 comes with 64GB of onboard storage, as well as 3GB of RAM. If you are willing to pay more, there is also a 256GB option which will give you far more space for videos, films and larger games.

• Battery

  Apple claims that if you’ll be watching a video or surfing the web, you will get around 10 hours of battery life. It’s not ground-breaking, but most people won’t be using their tablet constantly and will only need to power it up once a day at most. The iPad ships with a 20W charger in the box and once connected it should reach full power within an hour.

• Camera

  On the rear, an 8MP camera with a wide aperture is capable of snapping decent stills and recording video footage. It also allows you to enjoy AP apps and will scan documents onto the tablet. The 12MP front-facing camera is where the real advances have been made, as the sensor now supports Center Stage. This software follows the faces you have in the frame to keep people in focus. Using the same tech, it ensures you remain in the centre of the screen on video calls.