HT4623 Hi, I do have the first iPad, however had little use of it. I had extended guarranty that ended end of 2012

Question

Hi, I bought the first iPad, complete, with extended guaranty and internet connection.
Services ended in october 2010. Actually I never used the iPad or internet connection.
Had a health treatment ( I used to forget what i did few minutes before) today I am
better , not completly, but much better. I am very upset I could not use services I bought
or iPad, actually Apple can check I did not use iPad at all for two years.
Question, how I can get some chance from Apple, and at least have my free internet connection(one year)
back, that I supose to enjoy during 1 year after purchase and I never did.
Also, now there are new iPads, but I can not afford to buy the new ones today until I get completly recover
and get back to work. What is the difference between the first iPad and the new ones. The only thing I understand
is less is that the old one does not take pictures. Still I really would like to know if I can use this old model normally
and what I do not have in old one that new ones have.
Does Apple Store in Chicago where I got my first iPad change it for new iPad paying a little difference to enjoy
using it, as I never had opportunity to use my first one.
Looking forward for your kind return
Tzu

Answer 1

The iPad 1 has no camera, a slow processor and low amount of RAM. The iPad 1 can only operate on iOS 5.1.1, whereas, the iPad 2 to current iPads can run iOS 7.x. The newer iPads have faster processors, more RAM and a better display.
Your 1 yer internet opportunity has long ago expired.
Your only option is to sell the iPad and buy a new one.  Apple does not take tradeins.
Apple Reuse and Recycle Program
http://store.apple.com/us/browse/reuse_and_recycle
How to Sell Your Old iPad  http://tinyurl.com/85d69lk
Other sources to sell.
eBay Instant Sell http://instantsale.ebay.com/?search=ipad
Sell and Recycle Used Electronics - Gazelle http://www.gazelle.com/
For instant gratification in selling a used iPhone or iPad, Gazelle’s Gadget Trader, an iOS app, is tough to beat. In seconds it detects the device and reveals how much it is worth in good condition. Tap the Sell This Phone to Gazelle button and the deed is done.
Sell Electronics for Cash - Next Worth  http://www.nextworth.com/
Buy My Tronics  http://www.buymytronics.com/
Sell Your iPad http://www.sellyourmac.com/mac-product-guides/ipad.html
Totem http://www.hellototem.com/
What to do before selling or giving away your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5661
 Cheers, Tom