The Air 2 (A1566) was released in 2014, and is still a great choice for an affordable tablet in 2020 and beyond. It still supports iPadOS 14.4.1 and shows no sign of being immediately deprecated and losing OS support. The slim housing was ahead of its time when it was released and despite being over 5 years old.
Is the iPad Air 2 outdated?
If you're looking for an affordable refurbished iPad that won't be deprecated in the next few months immediately upon purchase that can handle all your basic and not-so-basic apps. Whether it's Netflix for a long flight, a giant iTunes library, or your latest addictive Candy Crush type game. The iPad Air 2 has a Triple-core 1.5GHZ processor and an Apple A8X chipset makes this a very capable tablet for many use-types, even 5 years after it's release.
The iPad Air is a great and affordable refurbished tablet, as it tends to hold it's value compared to earlier models or even Android based devices. However but there have been multiple iterations of the Air model released over the years, available at different price points. The iPad Air 2 is probably the most economical given the fact that many are available in preowned certified refurbished condition, it still supports the newest iPadOS version, and the price point is very reasonable. The original iPad Air 1 may seem like a good deal, however that model is no longer supported due to its limited A7 chipset which cannot adequately handle the demands of newer apps. The iPad Air 3 is also an option you'll see and that often tends to be $500+ in terms of price tag, however it is similar in specs and power to the iPad Pro 10.5" series of devices.
NETWORK: Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE LAUNCH: Announced 2014, October 16. Released 2014, October 24 Status Discontinued BODY: Dimensions 240 x 169.5 x 6.1 mm (9.45 x 6.67 x 0.24 in) Weight 437 g (Wi-Fi) / 444 g (3G/LTE) (15.41 oz) Build Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame SIM Nano-SIM, eSIM DISPLAY: Type IPS LCD Size 9.7 inches, 291.4 cm2 (~71.6% screen-to-body ratio) Resolution 1536 x 2048 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~264 ppi density) Protection Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating PLATFORM: OS iOS 8.1, upgradable to iPadOS 15.3 Chipset Apple A8X (20 nm) CPU Triple-core 1.5 GHz Typhoon GPU PowerVR GXA6850 (octa-core graphics) MEMORY: Card slot No Internal 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 2GB RAM, 128GB 2GB RAM MAIN CAMERA: Single 8 MP, f/2.4, 31mm (standard), 1.12µm, AF Features HDR Video 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps, HDR, stereo sound rec. SELFIE CAMERA: Single 1.2 MP, f/2.2, 31mm (standard) Features face detection, HDR, FaceTime over Wi-Fi or Cellular Video 720p@30fps SOUND: Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers 3.5mm jack Yes COMMS: WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP, EDR GPS Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS (3G/LTE model only) NFC No Radio No USB Lightning, USB 2.0 FEATURES: Sensors Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer Siri natural language commands and dictation BATTERY: Type Li-Po 7340 mAh, non-removable (27.62 Wh) Talk time Up to 10 h (multimedia) MISC Colors Space Gray, Silver, Gold Models A1566, A1567, iPad5,3, iPad5,4 Price About 440 EUR TESTS: Performance Basemark X: 29753 Display Contrast ratio: 1048 (nominal) Camera Photo / Video Loudspeaker Voice 75dB / Noise 70dB / Ring 78dB Audio quality Noise -93.9dB / Crosstalk -83.9dB
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We have a 1-year warranty on devices. Returns not related to device defects enjoy a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase. You may be charged a $49 restocking fee if applicable.
Click the profile icon in the store's navigation, or go to the refund policy or a returns page, and then request a return.
1. Log in to your account:
1. In the Email field, enter your email address, and then click Continue.
2. In your email account, open the email sent from our store and copy the six-digit verification code included in the email.
3. Go back to the online store, and then enter a six-digit verification code.
2. Click the order that you want to submit the return for.
3. If your order has more than one item, then select the items that you want to return.
4. Select a return reason and add a note for the store.
5. Click Request return.
If your return request is approved and requires shipping, then you receive an email with shipping instructions and a return shipping label. After the product is returned, you receive a refund.
For any undamaged products simply return it by mailing it back to us or visiting us in your nearest location within 14 days. We'll exchange it or offer a refund based upon the original payment method and condition of the product.
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Our policy lasts 14 days. If 14 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately we can’t offer you a refund or exchange. Mobile devices must have ORIGINAL packaging, accessories, and proof of purchase. Mobile device and tablet returns will be inspected upon arrival, inspection takes 1-3 business days.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.
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Exchanges The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.
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