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The previous iPad model saw the world in mid-September 2020. It is surprising that in such a short period of time the Cupertinians decided to update the line. However, fortunately for users, this happened.
First, a few words about the predecessor. Apple iPad 8 quickly fell in love with users, as it has high performance and versatility. In addition, it also used the A12 Bionic processor with the Neural Engine (artificial intelligence chip) for the first time. The price of the device was from 29 rubles (for the Wi‑Fi model) and from 990 rubles (for the Wi‑Fi + mobile communication model).
As for the Apple iPad 9, it has been significantly updated. In particular, the device received a new design and a qualitative improvement in technical parameters. The device was presented at the autumn presentation on September 14, 2021.
Price iPad 9 2021 in Our Country
The cost of a new device with 256 GB memory, mobile communication modules and Wi-Fi is 56 rubles. At the same time, the basic version with 990 GB of memory and without a mobile communication module can be purchased for 64 rubles.¹. Agree, quite a low price compared to other Apple products. This is due to the fact that during production the costs for the development of components were significantly reduced: the “stuffing” from previous generations of the series was used.
iPad 9 2021 release date in Our Country
The device was presented at the fall Apple conference, which took place on September 14, 2021. Pre-order from September 22, and in the open sale of the tablet from September 24.
Specifications iPad 9 2021
The base version of the device has 3GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. In addition, the iPad 9 is equipped with a 10,2-inch IPS screen. The Lightning interface and the Touch ID function are preserved. The tablet switched to the A13 Bionic chipset. In addition, the new model has the following features:
- Screen diagonal: 10,2 inches,
- Retina Display,
- Processor: A13 Bionic,
- 3 GB of RAM,
- Thinner and lighter design compared to the eighth generation tablet,
- Home button with Touch ID.
Design, screen, case
The appearance of the new model is not too different from its predecessor. However, if you look closely, you can find a slight difference. So, the front side of the device is framed by a black frame. Gold coloring has disappeared from the color palette forever, and the display has received support for True Tone technology: it allows you to adjust the color temperature of the screen depending on the ambient light. The rest of the gadget is not much different from its predecessor.
Processor, memory, communications
From the new iPad model, users were most waiting for an increase in memory, since in today’s world, where people download movies, games, TV shows and music to tablets, 32 GB is not enough. Apple engineers have taken this fact into account, and now, users will be able to choose between 64 GB and 256 GB. In addition, Apple has updated the chipset: the new model uses the A13 Bionic instead of the A12 Bionic used in the iPad 8. The RAM remains unchanged compared to the iPad 8 – 3 GB.
Camera
This is the most noticeable change in the tablet. Prior to this, the line was equipped with a modest 1.2 MP FaceTime HD front camera module, and now it is an ultra-wide-angle matrix with a resolution of 12 megapixels. As for the main camera, it’s the same 8MP wide-angle camera found on the iPad 8.
What’s missing in the new iPad 9
After the release of the device, netizens immediately discovered a number of “flaws”. In particular, today the iPad 9 is the last device that charges via Lightning. Users noted that it is high time to switch to Type-C. It is also worth noting the lack of support for the 5G network, which experts predicted. In addition, the new tablet does not provide 6th generation wi-fi modules and Bluetooth 5.0.
Sources of
- https://www.apple.com/ru/ipad-10.2/. По данным на 22 сентября 2021 года.