Here’s a detailed description of the Apple iPad (2025), 11th‑generation with A16 Bionic chip, 128 GB storage, and Cellular support:
🌟 Overview
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Release Date: March 12, 2025
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Pricing (Cellular/Wi‑Fi): Originally USD 499 for the 128 GB cellular model
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Design: 11‑inch Liquid Retina IPS display (advertised as 11″; actual viewable is ~10.86″) with 2360×1640 resolution (~264 ppi), True Tone, and up to 500 nits brightness. It features a thin bezel, flat-edge aluminum body, and Touch ID embedded in the top button (no Face ID)
🚀 Performance & Power
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Chipset: Apple A16 Bionic – 6-core CPU (2 high-performance, 4 efficiency), 4-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine. Fabricated on TSMC’s N4P (enhanced 5nm) process
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Memory: 6 GB LPDDR5 RAM
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Performance Notes: Smooth performance for browsing, media, light gaming, multitasking, and editing 4K video. On high-demand creative apps or heavy multitasking, it’s slower than iPad Air (M3) or iPad Pro (M4) models; lacks Apple Intelligence support due to hardware limitations
🖥 Display & Camera
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Display: Liquid Retina 60 Hz IPS LCD with 2360×1640 resolution, True Tone, and 500 nits brightness, oleophobic coating for reduced fingerprints
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Rear Camera: Single 12 MP wide‑angle camera, ƒ/1.8 aperture, Smart HDR 4, panorama (up to ~63 MP), 5× digital zoom, and 4K video recording
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Front Camera: 12 MP Center Stage ultra wide‑angle (ƒ/2.4), automatically pans and zooms during calls, supports 1080p video and Smart HDR 4
🔌 Connectivity & Battery
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Cellular: Supports 5G (sub‑6 GHz and mmWave, 4×4 MIMO; includes Gigabit LTE fallback).
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Wi‑Fi & Bluetooth: Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11 ax, 2×2 MIMO), Bluetooth 5.3.
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Ports: USB‑C (USB 2.0 speeds only), no headphone jack.
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Battery Life: Built‑in ~28.93 Wh battery; up to 10 hours on Wi‑Fi, ~9 hours with cellular usage.
✍️ Accessories & Software
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Apple Pencil Support: Compatible with USB‑C Apple Pencil and 1st‑generation Pencil (via USB‑C adapter) .
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Keyboard: Supports Magic Keyboard Folio (no Smart Connector) .
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Operating System: Ships with iPadOS 18 (currently up-to-date with version 18.5 as of mid‑May 2025).
🎨 Color & Storage Options
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Colors: Available in Silver, Blue, Pink, and Yellow.
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Capacities: 128 GB (base), also available in 256 GB and 512 GB variants
✅ Pros & Cons (128 GB Cellular Model)
| ✅ Pros | ❌ Cons |
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| Very competitive value at USD 499 with 5G, 6 GB RAM, and 128 GB base storage | Lacks support for premium features like Apple Intelligence, Stage Manager, or advanced multitasking |
| Smooth everyday use: media, reading, note-taking, light content creation | USB‑C limited to USB 2.0 speeds and no headphone jack |
| Supports Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard accessories for productivity | Not ideal for creative power users or gamers |
| Excellent build quality, vibrant color options, and fast Wi‑Fi 6 + 5G cellular | Modest display (60 Hz LCD), no Face ID |
🧠 Who Is It For?
Ideal for:
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Students and general-purpose users looking for a capable, portable планшет with long-term support.
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Those who want Apple Pencil and keyboard compatibility but don’t need Apple Intelligence features.
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People upgrading from older entry‑level iPads or earlier models.
Less suited for:
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Creative professionals using Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, or demanding multitasking apps.
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Users wanting Apple’s latest AI-powered features or maximum multicore processing and graphics power.
⚙️ Key Specs (128 GB Cellular Model)
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Display: 11″ Liquid Retina (2360 × 1640 @ 60 Hz, 500 nits)
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Processor: A16 Bionic, 6-core CPU / 4-core GPU / 16-core Neural Engine
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Memory: 6 GB LPDDR5 RAM
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Storage: 128 GB onboard
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Rear Camera: 12 MP wide (ƒ/1.8, Smart HDR 4, up to 4K video)
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Front Camera: 12 MP Center Stage (ultra wide, Smart HDR 4, 1080p video)
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Connectivity: Wi‑Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, 5G Cellular, USB‑C
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Battery Life: ~10 hrs (Wi‑Fi), ~9 hrs (cellular)
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Accessories: Supports Apple Pencil (USB‑C or 1st‑gen) and Magic Keyboard Folio
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OS: iPadOS 18 (latest version: 18.5 as of May 12, 2025)
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Colors: Silver, Blue, Pink, Yellow
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Weight: ~481 g (1.06 lb), dimensions ~248.6×179.5×7 mm
