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Launch report · Apple

Apple iPad (1st gen, 2010): 2010 the original iPad.

SpecEagle Editorial·Apr 2010·$499·Score 78/100

Apple's 2010 original iPad created the tablet category — sold 14 M units in year 1 despite no camera.

Key specs at launch

Display
9.7" 1024 x 768
Chipset
Apple A4
Camera
None
Storage
16/32/64 GB
What stands out
  • First iPad — created tablet category.
  • 10 h web battery.
  • Aluminium build.
  • Sold 14 M units year 1.
What to watch
  • No camera at all.
  • Final iOS 5.1.1.
  • 256 MB RAM tiny.
  • 680 g chunky.
The phone it has to beat
HTC Hero
$180 · score 70/100