eSIM facts
- OKActive eSIMs: Supported
- OKStored eSIMs: Varies by model
- OKSIM variants: Nano-SIM + eSIM
Nano-SIM + eSIM
Apple eSIM device guideApple iPad 9.7 (2018)eSIM Support and Specs
Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) supports eSIM. Review Apple mobile compatibility, key device specs, SIM details, battery, display, camera and network bands for encryptSIM. Released 2018, March 27.
At a glance
Key device specs
- eSIM
- Ready for instant activation SIM
- Network
- GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE 5G
- Display
- 9.7", 1536x2048 pixels DSP
- Camera
- 8 MP, 1080p CAM
- Chipset
- Apple A10 Fusion (16 nm) CPU
- Battery
- 8827 mAh BAT
- Storage
- 32GB/128GB storage, no card slot GB
Does Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) support eSIM?
Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) is listed as an eSIM-capable device in the encryptSIM device catalog.
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eSIM supported
Connectivity profile
- OKGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
- OK1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41 - A1954
- OKDiscontinued
Install flow
- OKConfirm device model and regional SIM variant.
- OKBuy an encryptSIM plan for the destination.
- OKScan the QR code and activate mobile data.
Device FAQ
Common questions about Apple iPad 9.7 (2018)
Does Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) support eSIM?
Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) is listed as an eSIM-capable device in the encryptSIM device catalog. eSIM availability can still vary by region, carrier, firmware, and hardware variant.
Can I use encryptSIM with Apple iPad 9.7 (2018)?
Yes. If your Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) model is unlocked and supports eSIM in your region, you can install an encryptSIM eSIM data plan on it.
Does Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) support 5G?
Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) is not listed with 5G support in this catalog entry. It may still work with LTE or other supported mobile networks depending on the model and destination.
What SIM setup does Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) use?
Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) SIM details: Nano-SIM + eSIM.
Which operating system does Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) use?
Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) is listed with iOS 11.3, up to iPadOS 17.6.1. Software updates and regional firmware can affect setup flows and carrier options.
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Technical details
Detailed Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) specifications
5G
Network Architecture
- Technology
- GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
- 2g Bands
- GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
- Other
- CDMA 800 / 1900
- 3g Bands
- HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
- Other 2
- CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
- 4g Bands
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41 - A1954
- Speed
- HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
GO
Launch & Availability
- Announced
- 2018, March 27. Released 2018, March 27
- Status
- Discontinued
MM
Physical Attributes
- Dimensions
- 240 x 169.5 x 7.5 mm (9.45 x 6.67 x 0.30 in)
- Weight
- 469 g (Wi-Fi) / 478 g (LTE) (1.05 lb)
- Build
- Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
- Sim
- Nano-SIM + eSIM
- Other
- Stylus support
PX
Display Performance
- Type
- IPS LCD
- Size
- 9.7 inches, 291.4 cm 2 (~71.6% screen-to-body ratio)
- Resolution
- 1536 x 2048 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~264 ppi density)
- Protection
- Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating
OS
Platform
- Os
- iOS 11.3, upgradable to iPadOS 17.6.1
- Chipset
- Apple A10 Fusion (16 nm)
- Cpu
- Quad-core 2.34 GHz (2x Hurricane + 2x Zephyr)
- Gpu
- PowerVR Series7XT Plus (six-core graphics)
GB
Memory
- Card Slot
- No
- Internal
- 32GB 2GB RAM, 128GB 2GB RAM
MP
Main Camera
- Single
- 8 MP, f/2.4, 31mm (standard), 1.12µm, AF
- Features
- HDR
- Video
- 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps, HDR, stereo sound rec.
FR
Selfie Camera
- Single
- 1.2 MP, f/2.2, 31mm (standard)
- Features
- Face detection, HDR, panorama
- Video
- 720p@30fps
AU
Sound
- Loudspeaker
- Yes, with stereo speakers
- 3 5mm Jack
- Yes
RF
Connectivity
- Wlan
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot
- Bluetooth
- 4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE
- Positioning
- GPS, GLONASS (Wi‑Fi + Cellular model only)
- Nfc
- No
- Radio
- No
- Usb
- Lightning, USB 2.0
FN
Features
- Sensors
- Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer
WH
Battery
- Type
- Li-Po 8827 mAh, non-removable (32.9 Wh)
- Talk Time
- Up to 10 h (multimedia)
ID
Misc
- Colors
- Silver, Gold, Space Gray
- Models
- A1893, A1954, iPad7,5, iPad7,6
- Sar
- 1.18 W/kg (body)
- Sar Eu
- 0.99 W/kg (body)
- Price
- About 350 EUR