Our favorite budget option is the low-cost yet sturdy Fintie Hybrid Slim case, which has a compartment for the Apple Pencil. Between reliable protection of the tablet’s screen and cameras, weight, style, and function, there are plenty of other factors that could influence your decision to purchase a particular case.
iPad (2022) vs. iPad Air (2022): Which Apple tablet is right for you?
To make matters more interesting, Apple still sells the older, ninth-generation 2021 iPad, which starts at $329. While it may not have the latest features, it remains an accessible option for people looking for a basic iPad. The 2022 iteration of the entry-level iPad brings a lot of upgrades from its predecessor, but it also starts at $449, making it $120 more than the previous model.
Which iPad do I have? How to tell your iPad generation and model
Once you know your iPad’s model number, use our comprehensive list to find its generation. It’s been more than a decade since the iPad first hit the market, and Apple has since released over two dozen different models and “generations.” Figuring out exactly which iPad model you own lets you know how much storage space you’re supposed to have, which accessories to buy, and how old your device is. Here’s how to find your iPad’s model number, and use that to check the generation and version. To quickly see which iPad you have, find this model number and then search for it online or consult the list at the end of this article. Tap Model Number to reveal a short code that starts with the letter “A.”
Underneath the iPad logo, beside the word “Model,” you’ll see a capital letter A followed by a few numbers. That’s the model number, and with it you can search for your specific iPad generation online, or you can just reference our list below.
Newer iPad generations will not have a small circular home button at the bottom of the tablet’s face. Apple stopped including the home button on newer iPads when they started using facial recognition technology. Check out our guide on how to add a virtual home button to your iPhone or iPad screen with Assistive Touch. If you purchased an iPad Pro within the past few years, an easy way to identify the generation is if it has twin cameras.
Newer iPad Pro models have twin rear cameras. Quick tip: The new iPad 10th generation model has also changed the front camera placement to the side of the screen — all other iPads have front cameras on the top of the screen. You can also press Ctrl + F or Command + F and type in your model number to find it in the tables immediately.
The best iPad Air cases in 2023
Our favorite budget option is the low-cost yet sturdy Fintie Hybrid Slim case, which has a compartment for the Apple Pencil. Between reliable protection of the tablet’s screen and cameras, weight, style, and function, there are plenty of other factors that could influence your decision to purchase a particular case.
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