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Space Gray iPad Air 1st Gen tablet, thin aluminium unibody, 9.7 inch Retina display, 16 GB WiFi model

Apple Refurbished

Apple iPad Air 1st Gen MD785LL/A tablet Space Gray 16 GB WiFi

SKU CH-HFTC-3483S MPN MD785LL/A

A 9.7-inch Retina tablet with A7 chip, 16 GB storage and 1 GB memory, weighing 1.00 lb and measuring 0.29 in thin

  • Screen size9.7 in (24.6 cm)
  • ProcessorApple A7
  • Memory size1 GB
  • SSD storage16 GB
  • Display resolution2048 × 1536
  • Operating systemiOS
  • Lightweight design at 1.00 lbs for easy portability
  • Sharp 9.7" Retina Display with 2048 x 1536 resolution
  • Fast Apple A7 chip handles everyday tasks smoothly
  • 0 MP rear camera captures detailed photos and video
  • Bluetooth 4.0 connects wireless accessories reliably

Refurbished iPad Air 1st Gen 16 GB Wi-Fi

This refurbished Apple iPad Air 1st Generation MD785LL/A delivers a 9.7" Retina display with 2048 x 1536 resolution in Space Gray. It runs on the Apple A7 chip with 1 GB memory and 16 GB flash storage. The tablet suits users who want a lightweight iOS device for everyday browsing, media and light productivity.

Thermals and power in normal use

The aluminum unibody measures 9.40" x 6.60" x 0.29" and weighs 1.00 lbs, so heat spreads across a large surface area during typical tasks. A 16 GB SSD and 1 GB memory keep background activity modest, while the lithium-polymer battery powers the Retina IPS panel and 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi without active cooling. Bluetooth 4.0 connects peripherals quietly.

Behaviour under sustained load

The A7 processor and integrated graphics handle extended sessions such as video streaming or document editing within the same passive thermal envelope. Rear 5.0 MP and front 1.2 MP cameras remain available for long calls. Storage stays fixed at 16 GB, so users who need more space or cellular connectivity should consider other options.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Tablet Computers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $117.99
Cheaper than about 67% of the 1,228 comparable items (median $190.99).
Screen size 9.7 in (24.6 cm)
Lower than about 70% of the 1,164 comparable items (median 10.2 in).
Memory size 1 GB
Lower than about 97% of the 758 comparable items (median 4 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameApple
Product lineiPad Air (1st Gen)
Model nameMD785LL/A
Product colorSpace Gray
Processor
ProcessorApple A7
Memory
Memory size1 GB
Storage
SSD storage16 GB
Internal storage16 GB Flash Storage
Display
Screen size9.7 in (24.6 cm)
Display resolution2048 × 1536
Touch inputTouch Screen
Display formatRetina Display
Screen featuresIn-plane Switching (IPS) Technology
Audio & video
Selfie camera1.2 MP
Back camera5.0 MP
Connectivity
Wi-Fi802.11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support4.0
Network typeWi-Fi Only
Ports & slots
USB ports0
Power
Battery runtimeUp to 10 h of battery life
Battery packLithium Polymer
Size & build
Overall dimensions9.4 in × 6.6 in × 0.29 in
Product weight1 lb (0.45 kg)
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size254 × 178 × 25 mm
In the box
Included itemsPower Cord / Power Adapter. USB Cable.
Software
Operating systemiOS

Questions about this item

How do I insert the nano-SIM into the MD785LL/A, and which way does the tray face?

Use the SIM-eject tool in the pinhole on the lower-right edge; the tray slides out with the angled corner toward the corner of the iPad, so the nano-SIM sits gold-contacts down and the notch matches the tray cut-out.

Which component will need replacement first on this 1st Gen iPad Air?

The lithium-polymer battery is the part that degrades with charge cycles; after several hundred full cycles it holds less charge and will eventually need service.

What performance limit appears first during extended heavy use?

The A7 chip with 1 GB of memory will hit thermal throttling before the 16 GB flash storage fills, so sustained gaming or video export slows down first.

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