What generation is iPad mini A1455?
John Castro
Published Mar 11, 2026
What generation is iPad mini A1455?
1st generation
Model comparison
| Model | iPad Mini (1st generation) |
|---|---|
| Model Number | A1432 (Wi-Fi) A1454 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) A1455 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) |
| Status | Obsolete |
| Announcement date | October 23, 2012 |
| Release date | November 2, 2012 |
How do I know if my iPad has m1 chip?
You can find the model number in two ways:
- Look on the back of your iPad.
- Open Settings and tap About. Look for the model number in the top section. If the number you see has a slash “/”, that’s the part number (for example, MY3K2LL/A).
Do iPad mini 1st generation still work?
The 32 GB and 64 GB models were discontinued with the release of its successor, the iPad Mini 2 and the iPad Air 1 on October 22, 2013. As well as being discontinued from stores, the iPad mini no longer receives software updates and is not supported by Apple.
How do I reset my iPad A1455?
A hard reset is an easy thing to do. A hard reset of your iPad is holding down both the Home and sleep/wake buttons simultaneously until your iPad goes to black and restarts with Apple logo, then release the buttons.
How do I find out what generation my iPad is?
Look on the back of your iPad. Open Settings and tap About. Look for the model number in the top section. If the number you see has a slash “/”, that’s the part number (for example, MY3K2LL/A).
What can I do with an old iPad Mini 1?
Cookbook, reader, security camera: Here are 10 creative uses for an old iPad or iPhone
- Make it a car dashcam.
- Make it a reader.
- Turn it into a security cam.
- Use it to stay connected.
- See your favorite memories.
- Control your TV.
- Organize and play your music.
- Make it your kitchen companion.
Is iPad 1 useless now?
Apple stopped supporting the original iPad in 2011, but if you still have one it’s not completely useless. It’s still quite capable of performing some of the everyday tasks you normally use a laptop or desktop PC to perform.
