: This was the first iPad to include the Touch ID fingerprint sensor, allowing for secure unlocking and Apple Pay support within apps.
: To achieve its slim profile, Apple removed the physical mute/orientation lock switch , replacing it with a software toggle in the Control Center. APPLE IPAD AIR 2
The tablet maintained a premium anodized aluminum unibody, weighing less than a pound (0.96 lb). : This was the first iPad to include
: It was the first full-size iPad to be offered in Gold , alongside Silver and Space Gray. Performance & Legacy : It was the first full-size iPad to
: Powered by a custom three-core A8X chip , it offered a 40% boost in CPU performance and more than double the graphics performance of its predecessor.
: The rear "iSight" camera was upgraded to 8 megapixels , supporting 1080p video, burst mode, and 120 fps slo-mo for the first time on an iPad. Design & Build