iPad Air 1st Gen Repair Dundee
iPad Air 1st Gen touchscreen got dead spots? The slim aluminium body on the older Air is fragile but very repairable. We're on Perth Road in Dundee with over 20 years' combined experience, walk-ins welcome, most repairs same day.
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About the iPad Air 1st Gen
The iPad Air 1st Gen (A1474, A1475, A1476) was released in 2013 as the dramatically lighter iPad with 64-bit A7 chip. It features an 9.7-inch 2048x1536 Retina display powered by the Apple A7 chip. Named 'Air' for its remarkably thin and light design at just 469 grams, it was the first 64-bit iPad and brought Touch ID-era design language. We repair every component at our Perth Road workshop in Dundee.
Common iPad Air 1st Gen repairs include cracked screen glass, degraded batteries, Lightning port damage, and digitizer touch issues. The iPad Air 1st Gen uses a non-laminated display like the standard iPads, so glass-only repairs are possible. However, the thinner chassis requires extra care during disassembly. Our technicians have over 20 years' combined experience with iPad repairs and handle everything from straightforward screen replacements to complex board-level diagnostics.
The iPad Air 1st Gen. The original Air, revolutionary thin design that still looks smart today. If yours isnae working right, drap it in to our Perth Road workshop and we'll get it sorted. We ken whit we're daein wi' iPads.
The iPad Air 1st Gen shipped as WiFi-only (A1474) and WiFi + Cellular (A1475, A1476). All share the same internal hardware and accept identical replacement parts. Not sure which iPad you have? Check the back of your device for the model number (e.g. A1474) printed in small text near the bottom.
Model Numbers
You can find your iPad model number in Settings:
Part Numbers
The iPad Air 1st Gen was released in 2 colour options across 4 storage tiers:
| Colour | 16GB | 32GB | 64GB | 128GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Space Grey | MD785B/A | MD786B/A | MD787B/A | MD898B/A |
| Silver | MD788B/A | MD789B/A | MD790B/A | ME906B/A |
Device Specifications
iPad Air 1st Gen Specs
Not Sure Which iPad You Have?
Dinnae worry - it's easy to check. Here's how to find your model number:
- Option 1: Check the back of your device for the model number (e.g. A1234) printed in small text.
- Option 2: Go to Settings > General > About and look for "Model Number".
- Option 3: Just bring it in! We'll identify your exact model in seconds - nae bother at all.
Common iPad Air 1st Gen Issues We Fix
Here are the issues we see most frequently at our Perth Road workshop:
Our technicians have over 20 years' combined experience. If it can be repaired, we'll fix it. If it cannae, we'll tell you straight - we'd rather give you honest advice than take your money for a repair that won't last.
Not sure what's wrong with your iPad Air 1st Gen? Just bring it in and we'll diagnose the issue. Nae appointment needed.
Call UsiPad Air 1st Gen Repairs
Select the issue you're having with your iPad Air 1st Gen. All repairs include a 90-day warranty and most are completed same day.
Not sure what's wrong? Select Diagnostic and we'll figure it out.
Same-Day Repairs Available
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Choose a RepairiPad Air 1st Gen Repair Questions
How much does it cost to fix a cracked iPad Air 1st Gen screen?
The iPad Air 1st Gen has a non-laminated display, which means the glass digitizer and LCD are separate layers. If only the glass is cracked and the LCD underneath is fine, a glass-only repair is possible, which keeps costs down. Drap it in to our Perth Road workshop for a diagnostic and we'll give you an accurate quote.
Is it worth replacing the battery in my iPad Air 1st Gen?
Aye, it depends on what you use it for. The iPad Air 1st Gen is from 2013, so the battery will definitely be degraded by now. If it still does what you need - browsing, videos, reading - a new battery can give it a proper lease of life for a fraction of the cost of a new iPad. Come in and we'll give you an honest assessment of whether it's worth the repair.
My iPad Air 1st Gen won't charge properly - can you fix that?
Aye, charging issues are one of the most common iPad Air 1st Gen problems we see. It's usually the Lightning port getting clogged with pocket lint and dust, or the port itself wearing out from years of plugging and unplugging. Sometimes a good clean sorts it, other times the port needs replacing. Either way, bring it in and we'll have a look - we ken whit we're daein with Lightning repairs.
My iPad Air 1st Gen Touch ID stopped working - can you fix it?
Touch ID on the iPad Air 1st Gen is paired to the logic board at the factory, so the actual sensor button cannae be swapped for a new one without losing fingerprint functionality. However, if Touch ID stopped working after a drop or another issue, there might be a flex cable or connection problem we can fix. Drap it in and we'll diagnose it properly - nae charge for the honest answer.
How do I know if my iPad is an iPad Air 1st Gen?
The easiest way is to check the back of your iPad for the model number - it's printed in small text near the bottom. The iPad Air 1st Gen uses model numbers A1474, A1475, A1476. You can also go to Settings > General > About and look for the Model Number field. If you're still not sure, just bring it in to our Perth Road workshop and we'll identify it for you in seconds - nae bother.
Is the iPad Air 1st Gen still worth repairing in 2013?
It depends on the repair cost versus what you use it for. The iPad Air 1st Gen from 2013 won't run the latest iPadOS anymore, but it's still perfectly fine for web browsing, email, videos, and reading. If a screen or battery repair costs a fraction of buying even a used replacement, it can make sense. We'll always give you an honest assessment - we're not going to talk you into a repair that's not worth it.
iPad Air Cracked? We'll Get It Sorted.
Walk-ins welcome. Most repairs done same day.