Last Updated on May 12, 2023 by Ernests Embutnieks and Saad
The introduction of Touch ID singlehandedly changed the way we interact with our iPhones, iPads, and Macbooks. Gone were the days when we had to enter long pin codes every time. Now, a swipe of our finger is all that we need to authenticate with our devices biometrically.
This begs the question, which iPads have Touch ID? And, is Touch ID still present in iPads? In this article, we’re going to be answering precisely like that.
All iPads With Touch ID:
Touch ID was later replaced with Face ID for a few select models of the iPad. Besides that, every iPad from a particular timespan had a Touch ID sensor present. Here’s a quick look at all of them:
Classic iPad
| Model Name | Release Date | Touch ID? |
| iPad (5th Generation) | March, 24, 2017 | Yes |
| iPad (6th Generation) | March, 27, 2018 | Yes |
| iPad (7th Generation) | September 25, 2019 | Yes |
| iPad (8th Generation) | September 18, 2018 | Yes |
| iPad (9th Generation) | September 24, 2021 | Yes |
| iPad (10th Generation) | October 26, 2022 | Yes (Top button) |
iPad Air
| Model Name | Release Date | Touch ID? |
| iPad Air 2 | November 22, 2014 | Yes |
| iPad Air (3rd generation) | March 18, 2019 | Yes |
| iPad Air (4th generation) | November 23, 2020 | Yes (Side button) |
| iPad Air (5th generation) | March 18, 2022 | Yes (Side button) |
iPad Mini
| Model Name | Release Date | Touch ID? |
| iPad Mini 3 | 22 October, 2014 | Yes |
| iPad Mini 4 | 9 September, 2015 | Yes |
| iPad Mini (5th Generation) | 18 March, 2019 | Yes |
| iPad Mini (6th Generation) | 24 September, 2021 | Yes (Side button) |
iPad Pro
| Model Name | Release Date | Touch ID? |
| iPad Pro (1st Generation) | 31 March, 2016 | Yes |
| iPad Pro (2nd Generation) | 13 June, 2017 | Yes |
Related: List of iPads with Face-ID
How To Set Up Touch ID On iPad?
Here’s how you can set up Touch ID on your iPad.
- Open the Settings application on your iPad
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- Now, head to Touch ID & Passcode
- After doing so, enter your Passcode
- Now, tap on Add Fingerprint
- Follow the on-screen instructions to add Touch ID
Note: Your setup process may vary depending on what version of iPadOS / iOS you are on.
Related: Which iPad Should You Buy?
What Is The First iPad With Touch ID?
The iPad Air 2, released on the 22nd of November, 2014, is the first iPad to feature Touch ID. This is because the iPad Air 2 was meant to act as a lightweight, more powerful version of the iPad Air. Most new features, prior to the release of the iPad Pro, were first experimented on with the iPad Air before making way to the more budget-oriented models like the iPad Mini and the original iPad.
Is Touch ID Secure On iPad?
Touch ID is extremely secure, and you shouldn’t be worried about people being able to log in to your iPad. However, this method of biometric authentication is still subject to targeted attacks. For instance, someone can extract your fingerprint from another surface and use it to unlock your iPad.
But, for the average Joe, Touch ID is extremely secure and is a great way to authenticate yourself on the iPad. You can also use Touch ID for In-App Purchases and Apple Pay which is a further testament to the trust Apple places in their implementation of fingerprint identification.
Will iPads Always Have Touch ID?
Yes, some iPads will always have Touch IDs. This is because the feature saves on costs and is a clear way to distinguish models from one another. The latest redesign of the iPad Air indicated that Apple isn’t ready to implement Face ID on all of their models just yet.
This is because Touch ID will always remain less expensive to implement compared to Face ID. It doesn’t involve intricate sensors and is, therefore, much easier to produce. Moreover, Apple has spent more time with Touch ID. So, they’re more comfortable with implementing it on their budget-oriented models.
The latest iPad Air now featuring a Touch ID sensor on the side is further indication that we’re going to be seeing Touch ID in a different place in newer models. The iPad Mini too now has a Touch ID sensor present on the side instead of the home button (which is removed.) Therefore, the Touch ID sensor isn’t going away anytime soon.
Latest iPad With Touch ID
On 26 October 2022, Apple released several new iPads, but only the new iPad 10th gen (2022) has Touch ID and it comes in very beautiful, vivid colors.
- Colors: Pink, Yellow, Blue, White
- Storage: 64GB, 256GB
- WiFi, WiFi+Cellular
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