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Apple iPad (Wi-Fi, 4G, 16 GB) (4th gen)
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$529.99 - $575.00
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Summary: A larger tablet from Apple with a 9.7-inch screen and both Wi-Fi and cellular Internet, running on the iOS 6 operating system. Uses the Apple app store for downloading apps. Tested with 16GB of storage.
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Type: 9- to 12-inch-screen tablets, 3G/4G+Wi-Fi
About - Apple iPad (Wi-Fi, 4G, 16 GB) (4th gen)

The Apple iPad (Wi-Fi, 4G, 16 GB) (4th gen) is a larger tablet computer with a 9.7-inch screen. It has a screen resolution of 2048 x 1536, which is high for its size. The squarish screen is a better shape for photos than for videos, and it utilizes toughened Gorilla Glass for durability.

The tablet has a 1.4 GHz A6X: ARM Cortex A9 processor with 2 cores. It runs on the iOS 6 operating system. It has 1GB memory and is available with 16 to 128GB storage.

There is a headphone jack with a volume control, a built-in microphone, and a mono speaker. Internet connectivity is via Wi-Fi or a cellular data plan from AT&T, Sprint or Verizon. It has a 1.2-megapixel webcam, and a 5-megapixel camera.

The tablet measures 9.5 inches long by 7.3 inches wide by 0.37 inches thick, and weighs 1.47 pounds.


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About This Brand

Apple jump-started the tablet market with its 10-inch iPad.  Now in its fourth generation, the iPad uses Apple iOS, noteable for its intuitive interface and excellent app store.  Apple recently introduced the 7.9-inch version of the iPad, the iPad Mini, which closely mimicks its larger sibling.  The iPad and iPad Mini are also available with 4G service through AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon.

Features & Specs - Apple iPad (Wi-Fi, 4G, 16 GB) (4th gen)
info Screen size (in.) 9.7
info Internal storage (GB) 16
info Operating system iOS 6
info Cellular data Yes
info Memory-card reader No
info Webcam Yes
info Camera Yes
info GPS Yes
info Optional folding keyboard No
info Fingerprint-resistant screen Yes
info Approved app market Yes
info Length (in.) 9.5
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(13 of 14 customers found this review helpful)
 
5.0
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1/15/2013
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I finally took the plunge and purchased an Apple iPad Fourth Generation. I have a lot to learn but learning with this is fun. I never thought I would enjoy a movie any more than on my big screen tv but this iPad is a little wonder. The picture is just dazzling. The apps are unlimited and many are free. Very happy with my new iPad so far.
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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