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Hello Dear Community!
I would like to ask about iPad Air 5th gen. With cellular option.
if I purchase iPad with cellular option will it work in Europe (Poland) with local e-dim provider T-Mobile? Will it be able to connect e-sim from that provider to this iPad and surf on the internet without Wi-Fi connection, sending messages etc.?
thank you for your help!
Regards
Alex!
iPad Air (5th generation)
Cellular devices intended for a specific geographic market are often optimised for that market. While the majority of cellular radio bands and Cellular channel frequencies are consistent around the world, some countries have additional cellular bands that are not used elsewhere. WiFi is generally ubiquitous - although some 6 GHz WiFi bands are not available in many countries.
As such, a current Cellular model iPad purchased in the US will be "optimised" for the US will be usable within Europe, but may not cover all the available channels used by your European Cellular Carrier. In most situations, any difference in band-coverage will not significantly impact the usability of the iPad with the local Cellular Operator. Consider that Cellular devices are designed to work while travelling between countries - and/or to "roam' between networks and across national boundaries.
If making a new purchase, consider the warranty implications. Devices purchased within any EU Member State have at least a two-year warranty that will be honoured within any member state. A device purchased within the US will only have a one year limited warranty.
Also consider that there is very little actual cost differential between devices purchased in the US or the EU. US prices are exclusive of purchase taxes - which must be added to the price paid. Prices within the EU are inclusive of VAT. Also consider that you may have to pay duty upon import to the EU - to which VAT will be added.
It is generally recommended that you purchase a device in the country that you spend most of your time - as this simplifies both purchase and warranty - plus you have a device that is optimised for your country/region.
Cellular devices intended for a specific geographic market are often optimised for that market. While the majority of cellular radio bands and Cellular channel frequencies are consistent around the world, some countries have additional cellular bands that are not used elsewhere. WiFi is generally ubiquitous - although some 6 GHz WiFi bands are not available in many countries.
As such, a current Cellular model iPad purchased in the US will be "optimised" for the US will be usable within Europe, but may not cover all the available channels used by your European Cellular Carrier. In most situations, any difference in band-coverage will not significantly impact the usability of the iPad with the local Cellular Operator. Consider that Cellular devices are designed to work while travelling between countries - and/or to "roam' between networks and across national boundaries.
If making a new purchase, consider the warranty implications. Devices purchased within any EU Member State have at least a two-year warranty that will be honoured within any member state. A device purchased within the US will only have a one year limited warranty.
Also consider that there is very little actual cost differential between devices purchased in the US or the EU. US prices are exclusive of purchase taxes - which must be added to the price paid. Prices within the EU are inclusive of VAT. Also consider that you may have to pay duty upon import to the EU - to which VAT will be added.
It is generally recommended that you purchase a device in the country that you spend most of your time - as this simplifies both purchase and warranty - plus you have a device that is optimised for your country/region.
thank you very much for your response. I checked frequencies in my country and they are nearly same. I found Apple website that show some frequencies that iPad uses could you tell me what does name of country mean in that table? Below I put link: iPad - Networks - Apple
regards
Alex
If I purchase iPad Air 5th gen. Cellular in USA will it work I Poland?
