Repair experts at iFixit today released a video disassembling Apple's new iPad 10. It offers a closer look inside the tablet and reveals why the device isn't compatible with the second-generation Apple Pencil.
The teardown shows the iPad's inner workings, including the two-cell 7,606mAh battery, the logic board with the A14 Bionic chip, and more. As suspected, the teardown shows that the components for the iPad's front-facing camera in landscape mode take up the space where the coil for wireless charging for the second-generation Apple Pencil would have been. As such, the device is only compatible with the first-generation Apple Pencil, which requires an adapter to pair and charge.
New Apple tablet in teardown: iFixit is disappointed
iFixit also confirmed that the iPad 10, like the fifth-generation iPad Air and sixth-generation iPad mini, has battery pull tabs that make it easier for repair shops and customers to replace the battery. In comparison, the ninth-generation iPad and many other older iPads have battery cells that are completely glued in. iFixit was disappointed that the iPad's USB-C port is soldered to the logic board and noted that Apple's self-service repair program does not currently offer parts, manuals, or tools for iPads, making it difficult for customers to perform their own repairs.
iPad 10: All new features at a glance
Apple launched the 10th generation iPad at the end of October. The most important new features include a 10.9-inch display with narrow bezels, flat edges, an A14 Bionic chip, a USB-C port, a Touch ID power button, a FaceTime camera in landscape mode, 5G support on the cellular models, WiFi 6 and a new two-part Magic Keyboard Folio accessory with a row of function keys. Prices start at 579 euros - depending on the features, the device can cost up to 979 euros - to the video. (Image: Apple)
