iPad Air 1

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The first iPad Air has a thinner and lighter design that first powered the A7 chip with 64-bit architecture. The Retina display at 9.7 inches gives clear and vivid images, while at the same time, the device with up to 128GB storage is customizable for the multifariousness of user needs. Despite missing Touch ID and Apple Pencil support, it is still a powerful and versatile choice for day-to-day activities.

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Manufacturer Code	N/A
EAN	N/A

Display	9.7" Retina, 2048 x 1536
Processor	Apple A7
RAM	1GB
Storage	16GB, 32GB, 64GB, 128GB
Rear Camera	5MP, f/2.4, 1080

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Free next day delivery for orders over £150
Free 48 hour delivery for orders over £30

The length of warranty depends on the condition of the device.

Brand New - manufacturer warranty (min. 12 months)
Refurbished (Good or better) - 12 month warranty
Refurbished (Poor condition) - 3 month warranty

Please note that your warranty will not cover any faults due to impact, pressure, liquid damage, temperature, or any attempt (by you or a third party) to alter or repair the device.

Need to send your phone back to us? No problem! Returning an item is simple and hassle-free at The Big Phone Store. Here’s how it works:

You have 15 days from the date of purchase to notify us that you wish to return your order.
Once your return is approved, you have an additional 15 days to send the item back to us, totalling up to 30 days to complete your return.

Does it support Apple Pencil?	No, it does not support any Apple Pencil.
Is there a fingerprint sensor?	No, it does not have Touch ID.
What is the maximum iOS version it supports?	Up to iOS 12.5.7. Wikipedia:
Does it have a laminated display?	No, the display is not fully laminated.
Is there a headphone jack?	Yes, it includes a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Design and Build

IPad Air (2013) was first thin tablet to feature an aluminum body having 7.5mm thickness and 469g of weight (Wi-Fi). The device comes in Space Gray and Silver and has a 9.7-inch Retina display. Its 2025 version, which lacks water resistance or Touch ID, has a similar shape as the first one, being less modern than the new iPad Pro models, although it is available at a lower price still.

Aluminum body, 7.5mm thick
469g (Wi-Fi)
No Touch ID
Colors: Space Gray, Silver

Feature	Details
Dimensions	240 x 169.5 x 7.5 mm
Weight	469g (Wi-Fi)
Materials	Aluminum, glass
Colors	Space Gray, Silver

Display

The iPad Air has a 9.7-inch Retina display with a screen resolution of 2048 x 1536 at 264 PPI and a brightness level of 450 nits. Although it does not have True Tone and anti-reflective coating, it enables you to continue enjoying crystal-clear images for streaming and web surfing. The selection of the day of the 2025 budget-conscious shoppers remains this, but it is unfortunate that it has no Apple Pencil support.

Retina display, 2048 x 1536, 264 PPI
450 nits brightness
No True Tone
No Apple Pencil support

Specification	Details
Size	9.7 inches
Type	Retina (LED-backlit, Multi-Touch)
Resolution	2048 x 1536, 264 PPI
Brightness	450 nits

Performance and Software

Powered by a dual-core processor (A7 chip, 1.4GHz), the iPad Air comes with 1GB of RAM and offers 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB storage (non-expandable). Running on iOS 7, it is still eligible for the upgrade to iOS 12, which is an indication of some difficulties in using the latest apps in 2025. The device has below-average capabilities for more than the regular tasks; the iPad Air 2 is relatively more powerful. Geekbench 3 shows the scores as ~1460 (Single-Core) and ~2600 (Multi-Core).

A7 chip, dual-core
1GB RAM
iOS 7 (up to iOS 12)
No Apple Pencil support

Test	iPad Air Score (est.)
Geekbench 3 (Single-Core)	~1460
Geekbench 3 (Multi-Core)	~2600

Battery and Charging

The iPad Air’s 8820mAh battery provides up to 10 hours of video playback and 1–2 days of light use. Its 10W Lightning charging takes ~4 hours for a full charge, matching the iPad Air 2’s speed. No wireless charging is available.

8820mAh battery
Up to 10h video playback
10W charging, 0–100% in ~4h
No wireless charging

Model	Battery Life (Video)	Real-World Test
iPad Air	10h	1–2 days

Pricing Details

Released in November 2013 at a price Of $499 (16GB, Wi-Fi), the AirPad is now clearly the most affordable tablet in 2025. The 64GB and 128GB versions are available in second-hand stores at a price range of $80–$150. You can upgrade to LTE by adding an extra $20–50. The best places to go to for refurbished iPad Air are Walmart, and eBay.

Configuration	Original Price (2013)	Refurbished Price (2025)
16GB, Wi-Fi	$499	$80–$120
32GB, Wi-Fi	$599	$100–$130
64GB/128GB, Wi-Fi	$699/$799	$120–$150
Cellular Models	+$130	+$20–$50

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