Apple iPad 6th Gen Buyer's Guide
iPad 6th Gen Release Date: March 2018

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Apple announced and released the sixth-generation iPad in March 2018. This model of the iPad kept the same 9.7-inch display size, along with many of the features found in the previous-generation iPad. This model launched with iOS 11.3, had options for 32GB or 128GB of storage space, and was available in a WiFi-only and a WiFi + Cellular model. Other features on this model included the Apple A10 chip, Apple M10 motion coprocessor, a 1.2MP front-facing camera, an 8MP rear-facing camera, WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, a Lightning connector for charging and Touch ID for device security. Apple also added support for the Apple Pencil on the sixth-generation iPad.
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iPad 6th Gen Specs

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The 6th generation iPad features a 9.7” Retina display and it is powered by an Apple A10 Fusion chip. This model iPad offers options for 32GB or 128GB of storage, comes in a WiFi-only or a WiFi + Cellular version, has a Lightning connector for charging, a 3.5mm headphone jack, stereo speakers, and the camera setup includes an 8MP wide-angle rear camera and a 1.2MP FaceTime HD front camera. The iPad (6th gen) supports the first generation Apple Pencil and works with Bluetooth keyboards.
Size and Weight
Width | 170 mm 6.7 inches |
Height | 240 mm 9.5 inches |
Depth | 8 mm 0.3 inches |
Weight | 469 g 16.5 ounces |
Measurements for the 6th generation iPad are as follows: 9.4 inches in height, 6.6 inches in width, and 0.29 inches in depth. This model features a 9.7-inch display size and weighs 1.03 pounds. The WiFi + Cellular model is slightly heavier than the WiFi-only model and weighs 1.05 pounds.
Screen and Display
Resolution | 1536x2048 |
Screen Size | 246 mm 9.7 inches |
Pixels Per Inch | 264 ppi |
The iPad (6th generation) features a 9.7-inch LED backlit multi-touch Retina display with IPS technology. The display has a resolution of 2048 x 1536, a PPI of 264, an SDR max brightness of 500 nits, and a fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating.
Cameras
Primary | 8.0 MP |
Resolution | 3264x2448 |
The 6th generation iPad features an 8MP wide-angle rear camera. Features of the rear camera include a digital zoom up to 5x, HDR for photos, and 1080p HD video recording at 30 fps. On the front, you’ll find a 1.2MP FaceTime HD camera with features such as 720p HD video recording, HDR for photos, and a Retina Flash.
Battery and Charging
Capacity | 8680 mAh |
Longevity | 10 hours |
USB | Lightning |
The 6th generation iPad charges using the Lightning connector and Lightning cable. The iPad features a 32.4Wh battery that is able to provide up to 10 hours of web surfing time when using WiFi, or up to 9 hours of web surfing time when using a cellular connection.
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iPad 6th Gen Storage

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The storage options for the iPad (6th generation) include 32GB and 128GB.
iPad 6th Gen Colors

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The iPad (6th generation) is available in three different colors: Space Gray, Silver, and Gold. The Space Gray model has a black bezel around the display, and the Silver and Gold models have a white bezel around the display.
Color Popularity
Gold
Gold is a unique iPad 6th Gen color choice, an old favorite, also found on the previous generation iPad 5th Gen.
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Gray is the most popular iPad 6th Gen color choice, an old favorite, also found on the previous generation iPad 5th Gen.
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Silver is a popular iPad 6th Gen color preference, a classic available on the previous generation iPad 5th Gen, and others in the iPad family.
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