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Apple iPad Air 2eSIM Support and Specs

Apple iPad Air 2 supports eSIM. Review Apple mobile compatibility, key device specs, SIM details, battery, display, camera and network bands for encryptSIM. Released 2014, October 24.

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 A8X (20 nm)
CPU
Battery
7340 mAh
BAT
Storage
16GB/32GB/128GB storage, no card slot
GB

Does Apple iPad Air 2 support eSIM?

Apple iPad Air 2 is listed as an eSIM-capable device in the encryptSIM device catalog.

Bring eSIM support above the dense specification table so visitors can make a purchase decision quickly.

eSIM supported

eSIM facts

  • OKActive eSIMs: Supported
  • OKStored eSIMs: Varies by model
  • OKSIM variants: Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only)

Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only)

Connectivity profile

  • OKGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
  • OK1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 38, 39, 40, 41 - A1567
  • 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 Air 2

Does Apple iPad Air 2 support eSIM?

Apple iPad Air 2 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 Air 2?

Yes. If your Apple iPad Air 2 model is unlocked and supports eSIM in your region, you can install an encryptSIM eSIM data plan on it.

Does Apple iPad Air 2 support 5G?

Apple iPad Air 2 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 Air 2 use?

Apple iPad Air 2 SIM details: Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only).

Which operating system does Apple iPad Air 2 use?

Apple iPad Air 2 is listed with iOS 8.1, up to iPadOS 15.8.5. Software updates and regional firmware can affect setup flows and carrier options.

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Technical details

Detailed Apple iPad Air 2 specifications

5G

Network Architecture

Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
2g Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Other
CDMA 800 / 1900
3g Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100
Other 2
CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
4g Bands
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 38, 39, 40, 41 - A1567
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps - cellular model only
GO

Launch & Availability

Announced
2014, October 16. Released 2014, October 24
Status
Discontinued
MM

Physical Attributes

Dimensions
240 x 169.5 x 6.1 mm (9.45 x 6.67 x 0.24 in)
Weight
437 g (Wi-Fi) / 444 g (3G/LTE) (15.41 oz)
Build
Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Sim
Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only)
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 8.1, upgradable to iPadOS 15.8.5
Chipset
Apple A8X (20 nm)
Cpu
Triple-core 1.5 GHz Typhoon
Gpu
PowerVR GXA6850 (octa-core graphics)
GB

Memory

Card Slot
No
Internal
16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 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, FaceTime over Wi-Fi or Cellular
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
4.0, A2DP, EDR
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS - 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 7340 mAh, non-removable (27.62 Wh)
Talk Time
Up to 10 h (multimedia)
ID

Misc

Colors
Space Gray, Silver, Gold
Models
A1566, A1567, iPad5,3, iPad5,4
Price
About 440 EUR
Apple iPad Air 2 eSIM Support, Specs and Compatibility