Will Apple store set up my new iPad from Amazon
Will Apple store set up my new iPad bought from Amazon
iPad mini, iOS 12
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Initial setup of an iPad is very straightforward - and shouldn’t require assistance:
Set up your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
The technicians at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store will assist is necessary - although making an appointment is recommended:
Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple
If you are moving your data from an old to new iPad, these support pages should get you started with setup of your new iPad - and the methods of transferring your data from old to new iPad:
Transfer data from your previous iOS device to your new iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
Use Quick Start to transfer data to a new iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support
If the donor iPad, from which you are transferring your data precedes iOS12.4, QuickStart will not be available.
“Transfer” is rather a misnomer. In reality, your data and setup is merely cloned to the new device. Nothing is moved or removed from the original device.
An alternative is to restore either an iCloud or iTunes backup to the new device:
How to back up your iPhone, iPad and iPod touch – Apple Support
Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch from a backup - Apple Support