Apple iPad Air Cellular Space Gray — Retina Display & LTE Connectivity

The original iPad Air redefined what a tablet could be — ultra-thin at 7.5mm, lightweight at 478g, and powered by Apple's first 64-bit mobile processor. This Cellular Space Gray model adds LTE connectivity for productivity anywhere, and comes backed by a full 12-month warranty from Reboot IT (Melbourne, est. 2001).

Key Benefits

• Apple A7 64-bit Processor: The first 64-bit chip in a mobile device — smooth multitasking, responsive app switching, and efficient power use.
• 9.7-inch Retina Display: 2048×1536 at 264 ppi IPS LCD with wide viewing angles and fingerprint-resistant coating for crisp, vivid visuals.
• LTE Cellular Connectivity: Built-in 4G/LTE support on Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone — stay productive away from Wi-Fi anywhere in Australia.
• Ultra-Slim 7.5mm Design: At 478g with cellular, it's lighter than most current tablets and easy to carry through a full workday.
• All-Day Battery: Up to 10 hours of use on Wi-Fi or 9 hours on cellular — covers meetings, travel, and study sessions without a charge.
• Certified Sustainable: Choosing refurbished extends product lifecycle, reduces e-waste, and delivers genuine Apple hardware at exceptional value.

Performance in Use

The A7 chip handles the full range of everyday productivity tasks — email, document editing in Pages or Microsoft Office, web browsing with multiple Safari tabs, FaceTime HD video calls, and media streaming — all without hesitation.

Students benefit enormously from the cellular model: no need to hunt for Wi-Fi on campus, in libraries, or while commuting. The Retina display makes reading digital textbooks and annotating PDFs a pleasure at 264 ppi, where text is genuinely sharp and crisp.

For media consumption, the 9.7-inch Retina screen with wide viewing angles is ideal for Netflix, YouTube, and digital magazines. Battery life consistently reaches 8–10 hours of mixed use, covering a full day from first coffee to last lecture.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Model	iPad Air 1st Generation — A1475 (Cellular)
Processor	Apple A7 — dual-core 1.4GHz (64-bit)
Storage	16GB flash (non-expandable)
Display	9.7-inch Retina IPS LCD — 2048×1536 at 264 ppi
Cellular	LTE/4G, 3G UMTS/HSPA+, 2G GSM/EDGE
Wi-Fi	802.11a/b/g/n dual-band, Bluetooth 4.0
Cameras	5MP rear (1080p video), 1.2MP front (720p FaceTime)
Battery	Up to 10hr Wi-Fi / 9hr cellular
iOS	Max iOS 12.5.7
Dimensions	240 × 169.5 × 7.5mm, 478g
Warranty	12 months — Reboot IT

Is the iPad Air Right for You?

✓ Best For: • Students needing cellular connectivity on campus • Professionals wanting a lightweight productivity companion • Families for shared browsing, reading, and streaming • Budget-conscious buyers wanting genuine Apple hardware • Remote workers needing internet without relying on Wi-Fi

✗ Not Ideal For: • Users needing Apple Pencil support (not compatible) • Buyers needing more than 16GB local storage • Users who require iPadOS 15+ (max is iOS 12.5.7) • Professional video editors or 3D designers • Those needing the latest app compatibility

Condition Grades & Battery Health

Grade	Cosmetic Condition	Battery Health
A — Excellent	Minimal signs of use; screen and housing near-new	70%+ of original capacity
B — Good	Light wear marks or minor scuffs; all functions operational	50–70% of original capacity

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Australian carriers support this iPad Air's LTE?

This model supports LTE on Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone. You'll need a nano-SIM data plan from your preferred carrier.

What is the maximum iOS version?

The original iPad Air supports up to iOS 12.5.7, which continues to receive Apple security patches. Most major productivity and streaming apps remain compatible.

Is 16GB storage enough for modern use?

16GB suits browsing, email, and streaming well. For heavier app use or media storage, pairing with iCloud or Dropbox is recommended.

Does the battery carry a warranty?

Batteries carry a separate 30-day warranty as consumable items. All other hardware is covered by the full 12-month warranty.

How is this item shipped?

This item ships free via standard Australia Post delivery to any address in Australia. Orders dispatch within 1 business day from our Melbourne warehouse.