Status icons

The icons in the status bar at the top of the screen give information about iPad:

 

Status icon

What it means

 

 

 

 

 

Airplane mode

Shows that airplane mode is on—you can’t access the Internet, or

 

 

 

 

 

 

use Bluetooth® devices. Non-wireless features are available. See

 

 

 

 

 

 

Airplane mode on page 109.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LTE

Shows that iPad (Wi-Fi + cellular models) is connected to the

 

 

 

 

 

 

Internet over a 4G LTE network.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4G

Shows that iPad (Wi-Fi + cellular models) is connected to the

 

 

 

 

 

 

Internet over a 4G network.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3G

Shows that iPad (Wi-Fi + cellular models) is connected to the

 

 

 

 

 

 

Internet over a 3G network.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EDGE

Shows that iPad (Wi-Fi + cellular models) is connected to the

 

 

 

 

 

 

Internet over an EDGE network.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GPRS

Shows that iPad (Wi-Fi + cellular models) is connected to the

 

 

 

 

 

 

Internet over a GPRS network.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wi-Fi

Shows that iPad has a Wi-Fi Internet connection. The more bars, the

 

 

 

 

 

 

stronger the connection. See Joining a Wi-Fi network on page 109.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Do Not Disturb

Shows that “Do Not Disturb” is turned on. See Do Not Disturb &

 

 

 

 

 

 

Notifications on page 112.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Personal Hotspot

Shows that iPad is providing a Personal Hotspot to another iPad,

 

 

 

 

 

 

iPhone, or iPod touch. See Personal Hotspot on page 110.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Syncing

Shows that iPad is syncing with iTunes. See Syncing with iTunes on

 

 

 

 

 

 

page 16.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Activity

Shows network and other activity. Some third-party apps use this

 

 

 

 

 

 

icon to show an active process.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VPN

Shows that you’re connected to a network using VPN. See VPN on

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

page 110.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lock

Shows that iPad is locked. See Sleep/Wake button on page 9.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Alarm

Shows that an alarm is set. See Chapter 17, Clock, on page 74.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Screen

Shows that the screen orientation is locked. See Portrait and

 

 

 

 

 

orientation lock

landscape orientation on page 20.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Location Services

Shows that an app is using Location Services. See Privacy on

 

 

 

 

 

 

page 118.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Play

Shows that a song, audiobook, or podcast is playing. See Playing

 

 

 

 

 

 

music on page 78.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bluetooth

White icon: Bluetooth is on and paired with a device, such as a

 

 

 

 

 

 

headset or keyboard.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gray icon: Bluetooth is on and paired with a device, but the device is

 

 

 

 

 

 

out of range or turned off.

 

 

 

 

 

 

No icon: Bluetooth is not paired with a device.

 

 

 

 

 

 

See Bluetooth devices on page 32.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bluetooth battery

Shows the battery level of a supported paired Bluetooth device.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Battery

Shows the battery level or charging status. See Battery on page 33.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Apple MD530LL/A, ME215LL/A, ME035LL/A, ME033LL/A, MD542LL/A, MD543LL/A, MD531LL/A manual Status icons, Status icon What it means
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MD539LL/A, MD543LL/A, ME216LL/A, MD533LL/A, ME215LL/A specifications

The Apple MD530LL/A is part of Apple’s renowned MacBook Air lineup, specifically released in mid-2013. Designed for portability and efficiency, this ultrabook has carved its niche as a popular choice among students, professionals, and everyday users who demand reliability in a lightweight form factor.

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Connectivity options are well-rounded: the MD530LL/A includes USB 3.0 ports, an HDMI port, Thunderbolt, and a headphone jack, giving users flexibility for a variety of peripherals and devices. Furthermore, it features built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities for easy wireless connections.

Battery life is another impressive characteristic of the MacBook Air, with up to 12 hours of usage on a single charge. This long-lasting battery performance is one of the key reasons users gravitate towards the MacBook Air, providing the freedom to work or enjoy media without constant worry about recharging.

The Apple MD530LL/A strikes an excellent balance between performance, portability, and battery life. With its powerful features and elegant design, it remains a viable option for those seeking a reliable laptop that meets everyday computing needs, making it a worthy investment even years after its initial release.
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