iPad Pro 12.9" (1st Gen) - Your Perfect Big-Screen Apple Companion

New Price: IPad Pro 12.9" (1st Gen) - USA

999/- US$

Used Price: IPad Pro 12.9" (1st Gen) - USA

350/- US$

Release Date

March 2016

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Camera

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Battery Power

Storage

Processor

Operating System

iOS 9, upgradable to iOS 12

Available Colours

IPad Pro 12.9" (1st Gen) - Available variants in USA

iPad Pro 12.9" (2nd Gen) | iPad Pro 12.9" (3rd Gen) | iPad Pro 12.9" (4th Gen) | iPad Pro 12.9" (5th Gen) | iPad Pro 12.9" (6th Gen) |

Stunning Display

Benefit: The 12.9-inch Retina screen is massive and sharp—perfect for binge-watching Netflix or sketching with Apple Pencil. Colors pop, and brightness is solid even outdoors.

Powerful Performance

Benefit: The A9X chip still handles multitasking smoothly in 2024—no lag when flipping between Procreate, Safari, and Spotify.

Great for Artists

Benefit: Apple Pencil support (1st gen) makes it a budget-friendly pick for digital art. Low latency and pressure sensitivity hold up well.

Solid Build Quality

Benefit: Aluminum unibody feels premium. Survived my couch-to-floor drops (with a case, obviously).

Decent Battery Life

Benefit: Easily lasts a workday of note-taking and streaming. Outlives most Windows tablets when unplugged.

Affordable for Pros

Benefit: Used prices are a steal (~$250) vs. newer Pros. Great for artists or students who want big-screen iOS on a budget.

Quad Speakers

Benefit: Surprisingly loud and balanced for movie nights. Beats most Android tablets in audio quality.

Heavy & Bulky

Reason: At 1.57 lbs, it’s like carrying a laptop. Not ideal for one-handed use or tossing in a small bag. Your arm *will* notice.

No ProMotion (120Hz)

Reason: First-gen lacks the buttery-smooth refresh rate of newer iPads. Scrolling feels a tad dated next to modern tablets.

Limited Storage Options

Reason: Starts at just 32GB—brutal for 4K videos or large apps. No expandable storage, so pray to the iCloud gods.

Old Charging Tech

Reason: Lightning port in 2024? Slow charging compared to USB-C iPads. Also, dongle life for accessories.

No Face ID/Touch ID

Reason: Relies on the clunky old Home button. Unlocking feels ancient after using newer iPads or iPhones.

iOS Updates Ending

Reason: Stuck on iPadOS 16—missing Stage Manager and other newer features. App support will dwindle soon.

Cameras Are Meh

Reason: 8MP rear cam struggles in low light. Fine for scanning docs, but don’t replace your iPhone with this.

Fast Charger (30W)

Quickly charges your iPad Pro 12.9” (1st Gen) with USB-C Power Delivery for faster battery top-ups

Apple Pencil (1st Gen)

Perfect for drawing, note-taking, and precise control on your iPad Pro 12.9” (1st Gen) with pressure sensitivity

Smart Keyboard Folio

Turns your iPad Pro into a laptop-like experience with a full-sized keyboard and protective cover

Screen Protector (Tempered Glass)

Protects your iPad Pro’s display from scratches and cracks without affecting touch sensitivity

USB-C to 3.5mm Adapter

Lets you connect wired headphones or speakers to your iPad Pro 12.9” (1st Gen)

iPad Pro Stand (Adjustable)

Holds your iPad at the perfect angle for typing, watching, or video calls

Wireless Mouse (Bluetooth)

Enhances productivity by allowing precise cursor control for your iPad Pro

Portable SSD (1TB)

Expands storage for large files, photos, and videos with fast USB-C transfer speeds

iPad Pro Sleeve (Shockproof)

Protects your iPad during travel with a snug, padded fit and extra pockets

Bluetooth Headphones (Noise Cancelling)

Delivers immersive sound for movies, music, or calls without wires

Car Mount (Magnetic)

Securely holds your iPad Pro for navigation or entertainment during drives

Stylus Pen (Alternative to Apple Pencil)

Budget-friendly option for sketching and writing on your iPad Pro

IPad Pro 12.9" (1st Gen) Split Screen Mastery

Swipe From The Right Edge To Open A Second App—perfect For Taking Notes While Watching Lectures Or Comparing Recipes Side By Side.

Benefit: No more app switching headaches—multitask like a pro while binge-watching cooking shows or crushing work tasks.

Smart Keyboard Folio Hidden Shortcuts

Press Command+H To Instantly Go Home Or Command+Space For Spotlight Search—your Fingers Will Thank You Later.

Benefit: Work smarter, not harder—these secret combos make typing essays or emails feel like a cheat code.

Apple Pencil Lag Fix

Go To Settings > Apple Pencil And Toggle "Only Draw With Apple Pencil" To Stop Accidental Palm Marks During Sketching Sessions.

Benefit: Finally sketch without your palm messing up that digital masterpiece—artists, rejoice!

Battery Saving Mode For Netflix Marathons

Lower Screen Brightness To 50% And Enable Low Power Mode To Squeeze Out Extra Episodes During Cross-country Flights.

Benefit: Because nobody wants their iPad dying right before the season finale twist.

Hey Siri Without Waking The Neighborhood

Long-press The Home Button Instead Of Shouting—ideal For Late-night Homework Questions Or Secret Snack Orders.

Benefit: Keep your midnight Wikipedia deep dives between you and Siri.

Hidden Magnifier Tool

Triple-click The Home Button To Turn Your Camera Into A Magnifying Glass—great For Reading Tiny Ingredient Labels Or Concert Tickets.

Benefit: No more squinting at grandma’s handwritten recipes or that fine-print warranty.

Offline Maps For Road Trips

Pre-download Google Maps Areas In WiFi—your Backup Plan When Cell Service Ghosts You In National Parks.

Benefit: Because "scenic route" shouldn’t mean "permanently lost."

Quick Notes Without Unlocking

Tap The Lock Screen With Your Apple Pencil To Jot Down Sudden Ideas—even If Your IPad’s Asleep.

Benefit: Capture genius thoughts before they vanish, like where you left your car keys.

Secret Safari Reader Mode

Tap The "aA" Icon To Strip Ads From Articles—read News Without Pop-up Nightmares.

Benefit: Finally read recipes without 17 auto-playing videos about life hacks.

Custom Keyboard Sounds

Mute Annoying Key Clicks In Settings > Sounds—library-approved Stealth Typing.

Benefit: Type rage emails in public without sounding like a furious woodpecker.

Photo Scan Trick

Use Notes App’s Document Scanner To Digitize Paper Receipts—IRS Audit-proof Your Life.

Benefit: Say goodbye to shoeboxes full of crumpled CVS coupons.

Night Shift For Insomniacs

Schedule Warmer Screen Tones After Sunset So Your Brain Remembers It’s Bedtime.

Benefit: Netflix at 2AM won’t trick your body into thinking it’s midday.

Find My IPad Loud Mode

Play A Siren Sound Via ICloud—even If Your Tablet’s On Mute Under The Couch.

Benefit: Locate your iPad faster than your dog finds dropped pizza.

IMessage Effects Surprise

Press And Send Messages With Invisible Ink Or Fireworks To Confuse Your Group Chats.

Benefit: Annoy friends creatively when words aren’t enough.

DIY Screen Protector Hack

Apply A Matte Vinyl Sticker For Paper-like Texture—budget Alternative To Pricey Artist Films.

Benefit: Save $40 and still get that sweet pencil-on-paper friction.

Back Tap Shortcuts

Double-tap The Rear Apple Logo To Screenshot—no More Awkward Button Combos.

Benefit: Screenshot memes faster than your friends can say "send me that."

GarageBand Loophole

Record Podcasts By Covering The Mic With Fabric To Reduce Wind Noise—ghetto Studio Hack.

Benefit: Sound like a pro even if you’re recording in a laundry room.

Emergency Charging Trick

Use A USB-C To Lightning Cable With A Power Bank—bypass The Dead Charger Crisis.

Benefit: When your 8% battery panic hits during a Zoom call.

Hidden Emoji Keyboard

Press The Globe Icon To Reveal Rarely Used Emojis Like 🦄 Or 🍕—your Texts Need More Whimsy.

Benefit: Because sometimes words can’t express your taco obsession.

Offline Dictionary Mode

Download Merriam-Webster In Safari To Settle Bar Arguments Without WiFi.

Benefit: Win "what’s the definition of ‘irony’?" debates anywhere.

DIY Stand With Books

Stack Paperbacks Under The Smart Cover For A Free Adjustable Viewing Angle.

Benefit: Netflix in bed just got 100% lazier (and cheaper).

Siri Pronunciation Fix

Teach Siri How To Say Your Weird Last Name In Contacts—no More Cringing At Family Gatherings.

Benefit: Finally stop hearing "Hey [butchered name], what’s the weather?"

Secret App Switcher

Swipe Up With Four Fingers To Quickly Jump Between Apps—ninja-level Multitasking.

Benefit: Switch from Pinterest to Excel before your boss walks by.

Memoji Sticker Prank

Send Animated Poop Emojis That Stick To Messages—immature But Effective.

Benefit: Because some group chats deserve chaos.

Force Restart Combo

Hold Home + Power For 10 Seconds When Frozen—the IT Crowd’s Last Resort.

Benefit: Fix glitches before you yeet your iPad out the window.

ICloud Drive Shoebox

Stash Random Files Here To Free Up Space—digital Junk Drawer For Your PDF Hoarding.

Benefit: Pretend you’ll organize those 300 screenshots "later."

3D Touch Alternative

Long-press App Icons For Hidden Menus—old-school Workaround For Missing Pressure Sensitivity.

Benefit: Peek at your calendar without fully committing to opening it.

DIY Cooling Hack

Place IPad On A Ceramic Plate During Gaming To Prevent Overheating—ghetto Heat Sink.

Benefit: Keep Fortnite marathons from turning your tablet into a griddle.

Hidden Scientific Calculator

Rotate To Landscape In The Calculator App For Advanced Math—nerd Mode Unlocked.

Benefit: Impress nobody but yourself at 2AM with sudden equation skills.

Safari Tab Freeze Fix

Swipe Away Frozen Tabs Instead Of Force-closing The Whole App—sanity Saver.

Benefit: When CNN’s auto-play video crashes your research (again).

Photo Zoom Trick

Double-tap With Two Fingers To Zoom In/out—hidden Gesture For Detail Checks.

Benefit: Inspect your friend’s questionable haircut without them knowing.

Find My Headphones Trick

Play Sound Through Connected Bluetooth Devices To Locate Lost Earbuds Under Couch Cushions.

Benefit: Because AirPods love playing hide-and-seek in laundry piles.

Low-Data Mode For Travel

Enable In Cellular Settings To Stretch Your Hotspot When WiFi’s A Myth.

Benefit: Stream cat videos at airports without selling a kidney for data.

Quick Website Logins

Use ICloud Keychain To Autofill Passwords—no More "forgot Password" Spirals.

Benefit: Skip the existential crisis when resetting your mom’s Netflix password.

DIY Screen Cleaner

Wipe With A Microfiber Cloth + Distilled Water—streak-free Viewing Without Fancy Sprays.

Benefit: Remove toddler fingerprints without risking Apple’s wrath.

Silent Notifications Trick

Flip The Mute Switch To Disable *all* Sounds—meetings And Naps Demand Peace.

Benefit: When your group chat won’t stop buzzing about brunch plans.

Handoff To Mac Hack

Copy Text On IPad And Paste On Mac—witchcraft For Essay Writers.

Benefit: Seamlessly steal Wikipedia quotes for your term paper.

Offline Spotify Playlists

Download Songs Via WiFi To Survive Subway Tunnels And Rural Road Trips.

Benefit: Pretend you’re in a music video even when T-Mobile abandons you.

Siri Sports Scores

Ask "Did The Yankees Win?" For Instant Updates—sports Bar Bragging Rights.

Benefit: Settle bets before the bartender changes the channel.

DIY Privacy Filter

Apply Window Tint Film Sideways To Block Peeping Toms On Flights.

Benefit: Keep your weird fanfiction habits confidential at 30,000 feet.

Burst Mode Secret

Hold The Shutter Button In Camera To Spam Photos—perfect For Catching Dog Bloopers.

Benefit: Document Fido’s fail moments in 60fps glory.

Emergency Contact Shortcut

Add Medical ID To Health App For Lock Screen Access—paramedic-approved.

Benefit: Because "ICE" contacts are so 2010.

Time-Lapse Stability Trick

Lean IPad Against A Water Bottle For Shake-free Videos—MacGyver-level Filmmaking.

Benefit: Shoot sunset videos without looking like you’re on a boat.

Quick GIF Search

Type "GIF" In Messages To Find Reaction Memes—avoid Awkward Text Replies.

Benefit: Respond to your ex’s texts with dancing cats instead of words.

Hidden Measure App

Use Augmented Reality To Check If Furniture Fits—IKEA Survival Tool.

Benefit: Prevent couch-related tragedies before moving day.

Siri Translation Hack

Say "How Do You Say ‘where’s The Bathroom’ In Spanish?"—travel Panic Solver.

Benefit: Avoid miming emergencies in foreign gas stations.

DIY Stylus Hack

Wrap Foil Around A Chopstick For Emergency Touchscreen Use—prison Tech Vibes.

Benefit: When your Apple Pencil’s dead and inspiration strikes.

Offline Wikipedia

Save Articles For Reading Later In Dead Zones—nerdy Prepper Move.

Benefit: Fact-check conspiracy theories even underground.

Secret Emoji Search

Type "heart" Or "cat" In Messages To Find Hidden Emoji Combos.

Benefit: Express emotions you didn’t know you had.

Quick PDF Signing

Use Markup In Mail To Sign Documents—skip The Printer-fax-printer Tango.

Benefit: Close deals from your couch like a lazy boss.

Nighttime Reading Hack

Enable Dark Mode In Books App To Reduce Eye Strain—sleepless Reader Hack.

Benefit: Read creepy pastas without searing your retinas.

Safari Tab Groups

Organize Tabs By Project—finally Tame Your 87-tab Chaos.

Benefit: Pretend you’re organized despite the tab hoarding.

DIY Kickstand

Fold The Smart Cover Into A Triangle For Hands-free TikTok Filming.

Benefit: Become an influencer without buying fancy gear.

Hidden Shazam Shortcut

Ask Siri "What’s This Song?" To ID Tunes—bar Argument Ender.

Benefit: Settle "is this early Mariah or Whitney?" debates instantly.

Quick Calendar Add

Say "Hey Siri, Add Dentist Appointment July 5th At 2PM"—adulting Simplified.

Benefit: Outsource remembering your root canal to robots.

Offline Google Translate

Download Language Packs Before Trips—avoid Pointing At Menus Like A Tourist.

Benefit: Order tacos abroad without accidental tongue adventures.

Secret Zoom Shortcut

Pinch With Three Fingers To Zoom Entire Screen—great For Tiny Fonts.

Benefit: Read Terms & Conditions without a magnifying glass.

DIY Waterproofing

Seal Ports With Waterproof Tape At The Beach—risky But Effective.

Benefit: Netflix in the pool (at your own peril).

Quick Expense Tracking

Scan Receipts Into Numbers For Tax Season—adulting Level: Expert.

Benefit: Make your accountant proud (or terrified).

Hidden Dictionary

Highlight Any Word To Get The Definition—pretend You Knew It All Along.

Benefit: Nod intelligently during book club debates.

Siri Reminder Alibi

Say "Remind Me To Call Mom When I Get Home"—guilt Avoidance Tech.

Benefit: Never forget again (or at least have an excuse).

DIY Screen Dimmer

Apply Sunglasses Over The Screen For Ultra-low Brightness—midnight Stealth Mode.

Benefit: Browse incognito without waking your partner.

Quick Unit Conversion

Ask Siri "How Many Cups In A Liter?"—kitchen Crisis Averted.

Benefit: Save the soufflé from measurement disasters.

Offline Gaming

Download Apple Arcade Titles Before Flights—no More Crying Over Lost Progress.

Benefit: Defeat boredom at 20,000 feet.

Hidden Alarm Trick

Set Alarms With Custom Vibrations—wake Up To Your Cat’s Purr Recording.

Benefit: Rise and shine without heart attack beeps.

DIY Phone Stand

Use A Rubber Band Around A Credit Card To Prop Up Your IPad—ghetto But Genius.

Benefit: FaceTime hands-free while doing dishes.

Quick Tip Calculator

Ask Siri "What’s 20% Of $56.78?"—split The Bill Like A Mathlete.

Benefit: Avoid awkward "you do the math" moments.

Offline Podcasts

Download Episodes In Advance For Subway Commutes—no Buffering Purgatory.

Benefit: Laugh at comedy podcasts instead of crying over delays.

Hidden Magnifier

Triple-click Home For Zoom—read Restaurant Menus In Dark Lighting.

Benefit: Order confidently even in "romantic" (unreadable) ambiance.

DIY Anti-Theft Alarm

Set A Loud Reminder To Go Off If IPad Moves—MacGyver Security.

Benefit: Scare off would-be thieves with sudden mariachi music.

Quick Language Switch

Hold Globe Icon To Swap Keyboards—multilingual Texting Made Easy.

Benefit: Flex those high school Spanish skills responsibly.

Offline YouTube

Download Videos Via Premium—survive Long Flights Without WiFi Meltdowns.

Benefit: Pretend you’re productive while watching fail compilations.

Hidden Scientific Calculator

Rotate To Landscape In Calculator For Advanced Functions—math Class Flashbacks.

Benefit: Calculate tips like a Nobel Prize winner.

DIY Screen Protector

Apply Packing Tape As A Temporary Shield—desperate Times Call For Hacks.

Benefit: Protect your screen until Amazon delivers the real thing.

Quick Email Unsubscribe

Swipe Left On Spam To Mute—inbox Zero Isn’t A Myth.

Benefit: Declutter without reading "hot singles" offers.

Offline Maps

Save Areas In Google Maps Before Road Trips—GPS Apocalypse Prep.

Benefit: Navigate backwoods like a cartography nerd.

Hidden Slow-Mo Video

Record At 120fps Then Edit Speed In Photos—dramatic Dog Sneezes.

Benefit: Turn pet fails into cinematic masterpieces.

DIY Stylus

Use A Sausage Link In A Pinch (wash Hands After)—grill Master Creativity.

Benefit: When hunger and inspiration collide.

Quick PDF Export

Print To PDF In Safari—paperless Life Unlocked.

Benefit: Save trees and your sanity.

Offline Music

Download Spotify Playlists For Camping Trips—no Signal, No Problem.

Benefit: Sing along even when civilization disappears.

Hidden Zoom Feature

Pinch With Three Fingers To Magnify Anything—grandma Mode Activated.

Benefit: Read tiny text without admitting you need glasses.

DIY Cooling Pad

Place IPad On A Frozen Gel Pack During Gaming—ghetto Thermal Management.

Benefit: Prevent your tablet from doubling as a pancake griddle.

Quick Unit Converter

Ask Siri "Convert 3 Miles To Kilometers"—impress Your European Friends.

Benefit: Nerd out during road trips across borders.

Offline Netflix

Download Shows Before Flights—avoid In-flight Entertainment Despair.

Benefit: Binge your comfort show at 30,000 feet.

Hidden Stopwatch

Swipe Left In Clock App For Precision Timing—race Your Microwave.

Benefit: Perfect your popcorn game like a lab scientist.

DIY Privacy Screen

Tape Two Polarized Sunglasses Over The Display—peeping Tom Deterrent.

Benefit: Keep your texts secret in crowded coffee shops.

Quick Language Translation

Point Camera At Text In Translate App—decode Foreign Candy Wrappers.

Benefit: Avoid accidental wasabi chocolate surprises.

Offline Games

Download Crosswords Or Sudoku Apps—subway Survival Kit.

Benefit: Outsmart boredom during transit meltdowns.

Hidden Alarm Volume

Set Gradual Volume Increase In Clock—wake Up Peacefully, Not Startled.

Benefit: Greet mornings without heart palpitations.

DIY Stand

Use A Toilet Paper Roll Slit To Prop Up IPad—quarantine Innovation.

Benefit: Watch TikToks hands-free while... multitasking.

Quick Tip Calculation

Ask Siri "What’s 18% Of $23.50?"—split Checks Like A Pro.

Benefit: End dinner bill debates with robot precision.

Offline Wikipedia

Save Articles In Safari Reading List—learn In Airplane Mode.

Benefit: Pretend you’re intellectual mid-flight.

Hidden Magnifier

Enable In Accessibility For Zooming Anywhere—spy On Tiny Print.

Benefit: Read your partner’s texts from across the room (kidding... maybe).

DIY Screen Cleaner

Wipe With Coffee Filter + Vinegar—streak-free On A Budget.

Benefit: Remove toddler fingerprints without fancy sprays.

Quick Currency Conversion

Ask Siri "How Much Is $100 In Euros?"—travel Math Solved.

Benefit: Shop abroad without mental gymnastics.

Offline Podcasts

Download Episodes In Pocket Casts—subway Storytelling Salvation.

Benefit: Laugh/cry underground without judgment.

Hidden Scientific Calculator

Rotate To Landscape Mode—unlock Nerdy Math Functions.

Benefit: Calculate splitting 17 tacos among 4 friends fairly.

DIY Stylus

Use A Grape (seriously)—fruit-based Creativity.

Benefit:

Check the iPad’s IMEI/Serial Number on Apple’s official website

Benefit: Ensures the device isn’t blacklisted, stolen, or locked to another carrier

Test the touchscreen responsiveness with multi-touch gestures

Benefit: Confirms no dead zones or lag, which are common in older iPads

Inspect the display for discoloration or uneven backlighting

Benefit: Avoids buying a device with screen burn-in or panel issues

Check battery health in Settings > Battery > Battery Health

Benefit: If below 80%, battery life will be poor and may need replacement

Verify Apple Pencil support by pairing and testing pressure sensitivity

Benefit: Ensures the digitizer works properly for drawing/note-taking

Test all speakers and microphone with a voice memo or video

Benefit: Avoids issues with muffled audio or non-functional mic

Check for iCloud Activation Lock in Settings > Apple ID

Benefit: Prevents buying a locked iPad that can’t be reset or used

Examine the charging port for looseness or corrosion

Benefit: A damaged port may cause charging issues or require repair

Open the Camera app and test both front/rear cameras

Benefit: Blurry lenses or focus failures indicate hardware problems

Look for signs of water damage (red LDI stickers inside SIM tray)

Benefit: Water damage can cause hidden corrosion and future failures

Check Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity by pairing devices

Benefit: Faulty antennas lead to weak signals or disconnections

Press firmly around the edges to check for screen lifting

Benefit: Adhesive failure or prior repairs may cause display separation