How to identify iPad2 and iPad3, In the firmware
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 Jun 25 2012, 09:16 AM, updated 14y ago
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I asked this question at MacStudio before but the staff didn't know. Question: how to tell the difference between iPad2 and iPad3 in the OS itself? Maybe something in the settings? I'm looking for something that will instantly inform a layman that, 'a-ha! this is pad2'.
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Jun 25 2012, 09:20 AM
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ipad 3 is heavier and thicker..
also, here is a new button on the keyboard hat looks like Siri. |
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Jun 25 2012, 09:20 AM
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how about screen resolution....
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Jun 25 2012, 09:23 AM
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it's sharper. but not noticeable if the owner dun use the pads regularly
also, the camera loads faster |
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Jun 25 2012, 02:03 PM
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Just look at the screen. If u can see tiny square pixels obviously, then its iPad2. If u hardly get to see the pixels, or can't even see the pixels with your naked eye, its confirmed New iPad a.k.a iPad 3. Simple.
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Jun 25 2012, 03:18 PM
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just ask the owner, is that a ipad 2 or 3? the end. malaysians are very friendly.
if u the malu type then stare at the camera, the ipad 3 is bigger. from the firmware, no way can tell no? in ios 6 later can lor. ipad 2 won't have siri. that's it. |
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Jun 25 2012, 09:35 PM
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2 things.
Better screen and high res camera for iPad 3. On iPad 2, inferior screen and camera. |
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Jun 25 2012, 09:39 PM
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I dont think there is a different if we compare the firmware, its the same IOs 5.1
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Jun 25 2012, 10:21 PM
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For iPad 3, from the screen, you can go to home screen, check the corner of each icon that is supposed to be smooth, sharp, and not pixelated. Back camera is bigger (but you need an iPad 2 to compare).
For iPad 2, same as above, but the corner is pixelated. Back camera is smaller (but you need an iPad 3 to compare). |
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Jun 26 2012, 01:12 PM
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the most direct way might be go to Settings -> General -> Keyboard
The new Ipad has Dictation, Ipad2 doesn't |
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Jun 26 2012, 07:27 PM
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QUOTE(rushoe @ Jun 26 2012, 01:12 PM) the most direct way might be go to Settings -> General -> Keyboard This one is sensible. Is the keyboard changeable? Can iPad2 add Dictation?The new Ipad has Dictation, Ipad2 doesn't  For the rest of the replies, it's only useful IF you have iPad2 and iPad3 side-by-side to compare, OR if you are familiar with iPads. Otherwise, can't tell the difference. |
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Jun 26 2012, 10:31 PM
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Settings > General > About > Serial number
Put that serial number on this website : http://www.chipmunk.nl/klantenservice/applemodel.html |
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Jun 27 2012, 09:42 AM
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My New iPad dont have Siri... Does it come in package OR i will have to download it?
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Jun 27 2012, 09:48 AM
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QUOTE(LeoLilieno @ Jun 27 2012, 09:42 AM) My New iPad dont have Siri... Does it come in package OR i will have to download it? iPad doesn't not comes with Siri, yet. Wait for iOS6. |
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Jun 27 2012, 11:22 AM
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simplest way to differentiate is holding the bottom left corner
if u feel heat there then it must be new ipad otherwise u need to check like previous posts have suggested |
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Jun 27 2012, 02:51 PM
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QUOTE(ramz @ Jun 25 2012, 03:18 PM) just ask the owner, is that a ipad 2 or 3? the end. malaysians are very friendly.  |
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Jun 28 2012, 09:54 AM
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can identify from camera, bcoz iPad 3 camera quite big than iPad 2.
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Jun 28 2012, 10:31 AM
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if jailbroken, go into cydia, on cydia main screen, in the lower part, it detect and stated which ipad it is
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Jun 28 2012, 11:10 AM
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QUOTE(darosha @ Jun 28 2012, 10:31 AM) if jailbroken, go into cydia, on cydia main screen, in the lower part, it detect and stated which ipad it is Yes! That's what I was looking for! This should be a default in iOS Settings > General, seriously. |
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Jun 28 2012, 11:41 AM
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QUOTE(Dannyl @ Jun 28 2012, 11:10 AM) Yes! That's what I was looking for! This should be a default in iOS Settings > General, seriously. maybe you can try search for website that detect this thing using java script thinglike how the website recognize you're on what internet browser, what computer os and so on |
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Jun 28 2012, 08:11 PM
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just compare the back camera lens. new iPad are bigger.
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Jun 28 2012, 08:38 PM
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QUOTE(OCMAX @ Jun 28 2012, 08:11 PM) just compare the back camera lens. new iPad are bigger. well, i think he meant is you buy an ipad from someoneas example if COD how to know on the spot is it new iPad or iPad2. is the back camera lens the only way does he need to bring a ruler to measure it? |
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Jun 28 2012, 09:07 PM
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QUOTE(darosha @ Jun 28 2012, 08:38 PM) well, i think he meant is you buy an ipad from someone you don't need to bring a ruler to measure something this small. pre-measure it on something convenience than you are able to compare.as example if COD how to know on the spot is it new iPad or iPad2. is the back camera lens the only way does he need to bring a ruler to measure it? |
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Jun 28 2012, 09:27 PM
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QUOTE(OCMAX @ Jun 28 2012, 09:07 PM) you don't need to bring a ruler to measure something this small. pre-measure it on something convenience than you are able to compare. and in layman that means? |
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Jun 29 2012, 04:07 AM
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The exactly if u wana know ur ipad is at the back of the box clearlybsaybwhat spec in there also it say LTE
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Jun 29 2012, 08:16 AM
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QUOTE(darosha @ Jun 28 2012, 08:38 PM) well, i think he meant is you buy an ipad from someone Yes, you totally understand me. There is no clear way to differentiate between iPad2 and iPad3. I'm surprised I haven't heard of any con cases whereby the user sells an iPad2 claiming it to be an iPad3.as example if COD how to know on the spot is it new iPad or iPad2. is the back camera lens the only way does he need to bring a ruler to measure it? Camera lens bigger, casing hotter, heavier, etc are all non-reliable. I guess a JBed iPad is the only way to tell. |
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Jul 1 2012, 07:25 AM
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QUOTE(dragon360 @ Jun 29 2012, 04:07 AM) The exactly if u wana know ur ipad is at the back of the box clearlybsaybwhat spec in there also it say LTE and when COD inside the box is for sure new iPad (iPad 3)? |
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Jul 3 2012, 05:58 PM
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Hope can help, LL i think refer to country as Malaysia is ZP, correct me if wrong...
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Jul 5 2012, 06:24 AM
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There is an easy way to find out, I'm surprise that not many know this. Just go to General>About>Dianogstic and usage>Dianogstic & usage data then tab on any .plist then find hardware model. Btw if any of you see iPad2,4 pm me I intrested to Buy 2nd hand unit.
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Jul 5 2012, 12:32 PM
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Yup, the best way is identify by the model number & it not changeable.
for easier reference, below is the list of model number for New Ipad malaysia Models Code New iPad iPad WiFi 16GB Black MC705ZP/A iPad WiFi 32GB Black MC706ZP/A iPad WiFi 64GB Black MC707ZP/A iPad WiFi 16GB White MD328ZP/A iPad WiFi 32GB White MD329ZP/A iPad WiFi 64GB White MD330ZP/A IPad Wi-Fi + 4G 16GB Black MD366ZP/A IPad Wi-Fi + 4G 32GB Black MD367ZP/A IPad Wi-Fi + 4G 64GB Black MD368ZP/A IPad Wi-Fi + 4G 16GB White MD369ZP/A IPad Wi-Fi + 4G 32GB White MD370ZP/A IPad Wi-Fi + 4G 64GB White MD371ZP/A |
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Jul 5 2012, 01:45 PM
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new iPad charging connector
ipad 2 is black while the new Ipad is Silver ( same as ipad 1 ). |
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Jul 5 2012, 09:20 PM
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U will notice the weight. Ipad 3 definitely heavier than Ipad 2.
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Jul 6 2012, 02:47 PM
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QUOTE(paull98 @ Jul 5 2012, 06:24 AM) There is an easy way to find out, I'm surprise that not many know this. Just go to General>About>Dianogstic and usage>Dianogstic & usage data then tab on any .plist then find hardware model. Btw if any of you see iPad2,4 pm me I intrested to Buy 2nd hand unit. oh yes the answerTS, you can close topic already |
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