How long will iPad 9th generation be supported?

The iPad 9th Gen can easily last for another four to five years, here is why. The latest version of iPadOS, i.e., iPad OS 15, was launched in June 2021. Taking a look at the list of compatible devices, the oldest iPad to support this update is the iPad Air 2, which was launched in 2014.
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Is iPad 9th generation worth buying?

Buying Options

But the $330, 10.2-inch Apple iPad (9th generation) offers the best balance of price and performance, and it can do most of the things that the more expensive iPad Pro can do—such as pair with a Smart Keyboard or Apple Pencil—even though it's smaller and its screen isn't as good.
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How long will my iPad be supported?

And it's likely every iPad that follows will be supported for at least 6 or 7 years now too. So that means if you buy a new iPad today, in 2021, it should at least continue getting software updates until 2027.
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Which iPads are no longer supported?

Here's the current list of obsolete iPads.
  • iPad (4th generation) Wi-Fi.
  • iPad (4th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular.
  • iPad (4th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular (MM)
  • iPad [original]
  • iPad 3G.
  • iPad (3rd generation) Wi-Fi.
  • iPad (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular.
  • iPad (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular (VZ)
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Which iPads are still supported 2021?

Currently Sold and Supported
  • iPad Pro (12.9-inch), 5th generation.
  • iPad Pro (11-inch), 3rd generation.
  • iPad Air, 5th generation.
  • iPad mini, 6th generation.
  • iPad, 9th generation.
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Is my iPad too old to update to iOS 14?

In short, yes — the iPadOS 14 update was available for old iPads. Software updates are always faster and smoother if used on a more recent model, but if someone is still holding onto their iPad Air 2 or iPad mini 4, they can download and use the latest build of iPadOS without any problem.
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How often should you replace your iPad?

We will support iPads that are still being supported by Apple and running iPadOS 11. iPads generally have a life-span of about 5 years. Keep your software as up to date as possible. Plan to replace your tablet every 3 years.
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Does Apple stop supporting iPads?

To date, the longest supported iPad is the 2014 iPad Air 2, currently at 8-years. If support for this device ends by Sep. 2022, it will have recieved 9-years of support from Apple.
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Is my iPad too old to update?

A 2nd gen iPad is an over 9-year old device, now ( introduced April 2011 )! These older iPad models are too old, now, too underpowered and completely incompatible with any of the current and future versions of iOS/iPadOS. It is what it is, today, in the year 2020!
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Is there a 10th generation iPad?

iPad 10th Generation 2022 Rumored Release Date

For instance, iPad 10.2 2019 came out on September 12, while iPad 10.2 2020 came out on September 15. That of 2021 came out on September 14 – mostly on Tuesdays. So, it is apparent that Apple has a pattern they follow in announcing the release of their new iPads.
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Is iPad Air better than iPad 9th-generation?

There's a small but significant difference in the performance capabilities of the iPad 9 vs. the iPad Air 4. Despite being the newer tablet, the iPad 9 (2021) runs on Apple's older A13 Bionic chip, whereas the iPad Air 4 (2020) packs the more powerful A14 Bionic.
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Is iPad 2021 worth it?

Anything more and you may as well buy the 2021 models. They're both very powerful and match the latest versions in many ways, and they work with the Magic Keyboard with Trackpad. The older 10.5-inch, 10-inch, and 13-inch iPad Pro tablets are not worth buying (if you can even find them).
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Is 64GB enough for iPad 9th gen?

The 64 GB storage capacity is a good choice if you do not have plenty of apps or information to store on your device. For instance, if you love to watch series, the 64GB storage capacity will be okay for you. The storage capacity also allows enough room to download games and some apps.
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What is the oldest iPad that supports iOS 15?

iPadOS 15 is compatible with the iPad mini 4 and later, iPad Air 2 and later, iPad 5th generation and later, and all iPad Pro models, and was released on September 20, 2021.
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What should I do with my old iPad?

7 Cool Things You Can Do With Your Old iPad After Upgrading
  1. Use Your iPad as a Dedicated Smart Home Hub. ...
  2. Use Your iPad as a Second Monitor. ...
  3. Use Your iPad as a Remote Control. ...
  4. Give It to the Kids. ...
  5. Make It a Digital Photo or Video Frame.
  6. Use It as a Recipe Book or Mechanic's Assistant. ...
  7. Mount It in Your Car.
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Do iPads slow down as they get older?

Is your iPad running slowly, or does it bog down after a few hours? While reduced performance is more likely to happen with older iPad models, even the newest iPad can slow down.
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Is there a new iPad coming out in 2021?

Apple iPad (2021) price and availability

The Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) will go on sale on September 24.
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How do I make my iPad last longer?

12 ways to improve iPad battery life
  1. Lower screen brightness. ...
  2. Turn off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth when not needed. ...
  3. Turn off AirDrop. ...
  4. Turn off Handoff. ...
  5. Don't push, fetch less. ...
  6. Limit Background App Refresh. ...
  7. Keep an eye on location services. ...
  8. No more notifications.
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How long will iPad 7th generation be supported?

With updates, you're covered for a good several years with the 7th generation iPad too, meaning you'll get all new iPadOS updates from now until the mid-to-late 2020s.
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How can you tell how old an iPad is?

How Old Is My iPad?
  1. Go to Settings > General > Legal & Regulatory.
  2. Scroll all the way down.
  3. The date your iPad was sold is listed in YYYY-MM-DD format.
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How long will iPad 6th gen be supported?

Apple now, typically supports iPads for anywhere from 6-8 years. The 2014 iPad Air 2 will get almost 8-years of support.
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Is iPad Pro 10.5 outdated?

Apple Discontinues 10.5-Inch iPad Pro Following Launch of Lower-Priced 10.5-Inch iPad Air.
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