How can I tell the difference between iPad 3 box and iPad 4?

[Redrum509]

Buying a sealed iPad 4 tomorrow on Craigslist and just want to know how to tell the difference between the iPad 3 and iPad 4 box since I think they are exactly the same. Thanks

 

[jav6454]

Serial number. Check it against Apples website. Also, try to look for anything in the back text. It usually lists configuration including A5, or A6X

 

[GGJstudios]

[iPad] iPad 4 vs. iPad 3 box, how can you tell?

 

[725032]

Ipad 4 is lightning, 3 is 30 pin

 

[Hungry&Foolish]

Identifying iPad models

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5452?viewlocale=en_US&locale=en_US

 

[Redrum509]

Alright thanks for the replies. Ill check out the contents and stuff and check for a6 chip and lightning cord.

 

[GGJstudios]

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5452?viewlocale=en_US&locale=en_US

That doesn't help:

Buying a sealed iPad 4 tomorrow on Craigslist and just want to know how to tell the difference between the iPad 3 and iPad 4 box since I think they are exactly the same. Thanks

 

[jav6454]

That doesn't help:

Each box contains the model on it.

 

[eawmp1]

Open as soon as you transact to make sure what is in the box matches the description on the box. People have access to shrink wrap.

 

[maxosx]

Mine had an iPad 4 in it... 😀

 

[Pakaku]

I bought an ipad 3 when it came out. I’m perfectly happy with it. It meets my personal need and I don't feel any need for its up gradation to a 4th gen model.

If you're expecting to buy an iPad 4, you should receive an iPad 4.