iPad (4th generation) (A1459 · Wi-Fi + Cellular) (2012)
Apple announced iPad (4th generation) in 2012, with launch capacities of 16, 32 and 64 GB. This entry covers model A1459, the Wi-Fi + Cellular configuration. The 128 GB option was announced in 2013, not at the 2012 launch.

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Specs
| Key feature | A1459 |
| Chip | Apple A6X |
| Launch storage | 16 / 32 / 64 GB |
| Display | 9.7 in · IPS Multi-Touch Retina |
| Resolution | 2048 × 1536 |
| Density | 264 ppi |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11a/b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| Cellular radio | LTE 4/17; UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA 850/900/1900/2100 MHz; GSM/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 MHz |
| Connector | Lightning |
| Dimensions | 241.2 × 185.7 × 9.4 mm |
| Weight | 662 g |
| Battery | 42.5 Wh |
Announcement and storage
Apple announced iPad (4th generation) in 2012, with launch capacities of 16, 32 and 64 GB. This entry covers model A1459, the Wi-Fi + Cellular configuration. The 128 GB option was announced in 2013, not at the 2012 launch.
Display and design
It uses Apple A6X and a 9.7-inch IPS Multi-Touch display with 2048 × 1536 pixels at 264 ppi. It measures 241.2 × 185.7 × 9.4 mm and weighs 662 g. Apple calls it a Retina display.
Connections and battery
The rear iSight camera has 5 MP, f/2.4 and 1080p video. The front FaceTime HD camera has 1.2 MP and 720p video. It has Lightning, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, microphone and speaker. The built-in battery is rated at 42.5 Wh; Apple quotes up to 10 hours of Wi-Fi use, depending on conditions.
Radio and SIM
The technical sheet documents 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0. Cellular radio for A1459: LTE 4/17; UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA 850/900/1900/2100 MHz; GSM/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 MHz. The cellular model uses a micro-SIM. Historical frequencies do not guarantee service from a current carrier.
Sources
- Apple · technical specifications
- Apple · original announcement
- Apple · model identification
- Apple · 2013 storage addition
- dimensionapple.com · Original schematic illustration
- ipad-4th-gen-2012
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