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Apple iPad 9 7 2018 (2GB + 128GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£310RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:9.7 inchesChipset:Apple A10 Fusion

Apple iPad 9 7 2018 (2GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Apple iPad 9 7 2018 (2GB + 128GB)
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

6.3

Technical score

10%

9.4

User score

â–²Better than 60% of tablets
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–²Better than 56%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

5.9

Performance

20%

5.9

Display

16%

6.2

Camera

14%

5.3

Battery

12%

6.9

Connectivity

8%

9.1

Software & Features

5%

6.8

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

â–²Better than 56%
9.4

User score

User score
9.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 96%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Apple iPad 9 7 2018 (2GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

22%

5.9

Performance

20%

5.9

Display

16%

6.2

Camera

14%

5.3

Battery

12%

6.9

Connectivity

8%

9.1

Software & Features

5%

6.8

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

6.3
User score
User score
9.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.4
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Apple iPad 9 7 2018 (2GB + 128GB) has a user popularity of 10 points, which is lower than 91.8% of Tablets.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

7.3
RAM capacity
2 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 2 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 60.9% of tablets and equal to that of 15.6% of tablets.
Process node
16 nm
This tablet is built on a 16 nm process node, which is larger than the node size used in 55% of tablets and equal to the node used in 1% of tablets.
Internal storage
128 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is larger than the storage of 56.7% of tablets and equal to that of 19.6% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
1,133 points
This tablet scored 1,133 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is higher than the score of 65.1% of tablets.
Chipset
Apple A10 Fusion
This tablet uses the Apple A10 Fusion chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 85.4% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
2048×1536
This tablet has a screen resolution of 2048×1536 which is higher than that of 68.7% of tablets and equal to that of 3.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
264 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 264 ppi which is higher than that of 71% of tablets and equal to that of 5.9% of tablets.
Display glass type
Chemically Strengthened Glass
This tablet uses Chemically Strengthened Glass display glass which is weaker than that on 65.1% of tablets and equal to that on 13% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 8 MP which is higher than that of 36.5% of tablets and equal to that of 31.8% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
1.2 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 1.2 MP which is lower than in 86.3% of tablets and equal to that in 4.8% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 69.8% of tablets and equal to that of 17.6% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
8,827 mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 8,827 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 81.9% of tablets and equal to those in 0.5% of tablets.
Charging speed
12 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 12 W which is slower than in 58.9% of tablets and equal to speeds in 1.5% of tablets.
Battery life
10 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 10 hours, which is longer than that of 39.1% of tablets and equal to that of 20.5% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 49.7% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
iPadOS
This tablet uses the iPadOS operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 94.6%.
Update support duration
long
This tablet offers long update support, which is longer than the support period of 80% of tablets and equal to that of 20% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
yes
This tablet includes app tracking protection. 71.8% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
478 g
This tablet weighs 478 g which is lighter than 55% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.3% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
9 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 9 ms, which is lower than that of 43.3% of tablets and equal to that of 26.7% of tablets.
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Number of microphones
2
This tablet includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 55.1% of tablets and equal to the number in 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Apple iPad 9 7 2018 (2GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Apple A10 Fusion chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Apple A10 Fusion vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses NVMe storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    NVMe vs eMMC
  • More advanced operating system
    This tablet has a more advanced operating system than the average tablet (iPadOS vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    iPadOS vs Android
  • 34.1% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a higher battery capacity than the average tablet (8,827 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    8,827 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 89 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (489 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    489 nits vs 400 nits
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Allows manual focus
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2048×1536 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2048×1536 vs 1920×1200
  • 18% higher user score
    User score
    9.4/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Apple iPad 9 7 2018
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad 9 7 2018 (2GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (9.44 vs 8.000).
    9.44 vs 8
  • 2.08x more popular
    Apple iPad 9 7 2018 (2GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average tablet (10 vs 4.8).
    10 vs 4.81
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Apple A10 Fusion chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Apple A10 Fusion vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses NVMe storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    NVMe vs eMMC
  • 17% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.34 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 2x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (LPDDR4 vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    LPDDR4 vs LPDDR3
  • 55.4% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (1,133 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    1,133 points vs 729 points
  • 40.9% higher memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a higher memory bandwidth than the average tablet (21 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    21 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 89 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (489 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    489 nits vs 400 nits
  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2048×1536 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2048×1536 vs 1920×1200
  • 17.9% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (264 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    264 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 88 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (489 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    489 nits vs 401 nits
  • 43 ppi higher screen sharpness
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (264 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    264 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Allows manual focus
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • Supports slow-motion recording
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, the average tablet does not. 37.5% of tablets offer slow-mo.
  • 34.1% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a higher battery capacity than the average tablet (8,827 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    8,827 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • Supports AirPlay
    This tablet supports AirPlay, the average tablet does not. 7.6% of tablets are AirPlay compatible.
  • Includes fingerprint scanner
    This tablet offers a better fingerprint scanner setup than the average tablet (yes vs no). Fingerprint scanner quality still varies a lot between tablets.
    Fingerprint scanner in the home button.
  • More advanced operating system
    This tablet has a more advanced operating system than the average tablet (iPadOS vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    iPadOS vs Android
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Includes app tracking protection
    This tablet includes app tracking protection, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets offer app tracking protection.
  • Allows app offloading
    This tablet allows app offloading, the average tablet does not. 26.4% of tablets support app offloading.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet features extra dim mode, the average tablet does not. 35.4% of tablets support extra diming.
    Reduce White Point accessibility dimming
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 39.9% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
    paste alert
  • Suitable for drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, the average tablet is not. 41% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.6% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet has 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • 3.8 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (1.2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    1.2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    4 vs 6
  • Worse GPU
    This tablet uses the PowerVR Series7XT Plus GPU, while the average tablet uses the stronger Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    PowerVR Series7XT Plus vs Mali-G51
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    4 vs 6
  • Worse GPU
    This tablet uses the PowerVR Series7XT Plus GPU, while the average tablet uses the stronger Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    PowerVR Series7XT Plus vs Mali-G51
  • 35.5% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (1,220 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    1,220 points vs 1,891 points
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This tablet has a lower contrast ratio than the average tablet (861:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    861:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 0.4 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (9.7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    9.7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 50% lower touch sampling rate
    This tablet has a lower touch sampling rate than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet has touch sampling rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 3.8 MP lower front camera megapixels
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (1.2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    1.2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 33.3% slower charging speed
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (12 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    12 W vs 18 W
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.2 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    4.2 vs 5.0
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    9.4/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Apple iPad 9 7 2018
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad 9 7 2018 (2GB + 128GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 57.2% of tablets have dark mode.
  • 2 points lower iFixit repairability score
    This tablet has a lower repairability score than the average tablet (2 points vs 4 points). The average tablet repairability score is 4 points.
    2 points vs 4 points
  • 40 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (240 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200.0 mm tall.
    240 mm vs 200.0 mm

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Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Apple iPad 9 7 2018 (2GB + 128GB)

  • Excellent value for money, often cited as the best entry-level tablet at its release
  • Support for the 1st-generation Apple Pencil for drawing and note-taking
  • Strong performance for everyday tasks thanks to the A10 Fusion chip
  • Reliable battery life, typically reaching 10-11 hours of usage
  • Vibrant and sharp 9.7-inch Retina display
  • Includes a 3.5mm headphone jack, unlike many newer Apple devices

What customers don't like about Apple iPad 9 7 2018 (2GB + 128GB)

  • Non-laminated screen creates a small air gap and a 'hollow' sound when tapped
  • Dated design with large bezels and a physical Home button
  • Average camera quality, particularly poor in low-light conditions
  • Lacks the quad-speaker system found on Pro models, resulting in flatter audio
  • No Smart Connector, requiring Bluetooth for external keyboards
  • Base storage starts at 32GB, which can feel restrictive for power users

Verdict

The 2018 Apple iPad 9.7 (6th Generation) is an entry-level tablet featuring a 9.7-inch Retina IPS LCD display with a 2048 x 1536 resolution and 264 ppi. It is powered by the A10 Fusion chip, equipped with 2GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, and includes a Touch ID fingerprint sensor for security. Key pros include its support for the 1st-generation Apple Pencil, a reliable 10-hour battery life (8827 mAh), and solid performance for multitasking and augmented reality apps. However, it lacks a laminated display and anti-reflective coating, resulting in a noticeable air gap and glare, and features a somewhat dated design with large bezels and a 1.2MP front camera.

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