Apple unveiled two exciting iPad updates this week, both launching March 12th, available for pre-order now. The M3 iPad Air starts at $599, while the new 11th-generation iPad boasts a starting price of $349. These are iterative upgrades, focusing on performance enhancements rather than radical redesigns. However, as the newest 2025 models, they offer superior power compared to their predecessors, making them the ideal choice for anyone seeking a new Apple tablet.
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Out March 12 ### Apple iPad (11th Generation)
2$349.00 at Amazon Out March 12 ### 11" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model)
2$599.00 at Amazon Out March 12 ### 13" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model)
0$799.00 at Amazon Out March 12 ### Magic Keyboard for iPad Air (M3)
0$269.00 at Apple Below, you'll find a comprehensive overview of the new features, pricing, and pre-order information.
Apple iPad (11th Generation)
Out March 12 ### Apple iPad (11th Generation)
2$349.00 at Amazon The new 11th-generation iPad is perfect for everyday tablet use. It boasts a faster A16 chip, a significant upgrade from the previous generation's A14. Starting storage has doubled to 128GB at no extra cost. Aesthetically, it remains largely unchanged, offering the same color options: silver, blue, yellow, and pink. While internal performance is noticeably improved, it's important to note the absence of Apple Intelligence.
If you can forgo Apple Intelligence (and many iPhone 16 users can attest to its dispensability), the 11th-generation iPad provides ample power for everyday tasks like gaming, web browsing, video streaming, social media, email, and more. Its performance should remain robust for years to come.
New iPad Air with M3 Chip
Out March 12 ### 11" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model)
2$599.00 at Amazon Out March 12 ### 13" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model)
0$799.00 at Amazon Out March 12 ### Magic Keyboard for iPad Air (M3)
0$269.00 at Apple The iPad Air occupies a sweet spot in Apple's tablet lineup, surpassing the baseline iPad in performance but falling short of the iPad Pro. If you need more processing power than the entry-level model offers, the new M3-powered iPad Air is an excellent choice. It's available in 11-inch and 13-inch sizes.
As its name suggests, it features Apple's powerful M3 chip and includes Apple Intelligence, a feature absent in the base model. It also supports the new Magic Keyboard (available at Apple), featuring a function key row and trackpad.
Where to Buy Previous Generation iPads
With numerous iPad generations released, here's a quick look at previous models still available in 2025. New releases often make older models more affordable.
### Apple iPad (10th Generation)
0See it at Amazon ### Apple iPad Air (6th Generation)
0See it at Amazon ### Apple iPad Mini (6th Generation)
0See it at Amazon ### Apple iPad Pro (7th Generation)
