Can I setup a savings account with an iPad?

Currently you must use an iPhone updated to iOS 16.4.1 or higher to open an HYSA Apple Savings account.

What you need to open and maintain an account

• Be an owner or co-owner of an active Apple Card account and add Apple Card to your iPhone.
• Be at least 18 years or older.
• Have a social security number or individual taxpayer identification number.
• Be a U.S. resident with a valid, physical U.S. address.7
• Set up two-factor authentication for your Apple ID and update to the latest version of iOS.
• Apply within US
• Apple Cash Account must be verified

iPhone must be updated to latest version of iOS, 16.4.1 

Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

Set up and use Savings in Apple Wallet - Apple Support