Apple unveiled two exciting iPad upgrades this week, both launching March 12th, with pre-orders available now. The M3 iPad Air starts at $599, while the new 11th-generation iPad boasts a starting price of $349. These are iterative updates, focusing on enhanced specifications rather than complete redesigns, but as the newest 2025 models, they offer superior performance compared to their predecessors, making them the ideal choice for those seeking a new Apple tablet.
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Out March 12 Apple iPad (11th Generation)
Out March 12 11" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model)
Out March 12 13" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model)
Out March 12 Magic Keyboard for iPad Air (M3)
Below, we detail the new features, pricing, and pre-order information.
Apple iPad (11th Generation)
Out March 12 Apple iPad (11th Generation)
The new 11th-generation iPad is perfect for everyday tablet use. It boasts a speedy A16 chip, a significant upgrade from the previous generation's A14. Storage also sees a boost, starting at 128GB—double the previous model's base storage—at no extra cost. Aesthetically, it remains largely unchanged, offering the same color options: silver, blue, yellow, and pink. While internally improved, it notably does not include Apple Intelligence.
For users primarily engaging in tasks like gaming, web browsing, video streaming, social media, email, etc., the 11th-gen iPad provides ample power and performance for years to come.
New iPad Air with M3 Chip
Out March 12 11" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model)
Out March 12 13" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model)
Out March 12 Magic Keyboard for iPad Air (M3)
The iPad Air occupies a sweet spot in Apple's tablet lineup, offering more power than the base iPad but falling short of the iPad Pro. If you need more processing power than the entry-level model, the new M3-powered iPad Air is an excellent choice, available in 11-inch and 13-inch sizes.
As its name suggests, it features Apple's powerful M3 chip and includes support for Apple Intelligence, a feature absent in the base iPad. It's also compatible with a new Magic Keyboard (available at Apple) featuring function keys and a trackpad.
Where to Buy Previous Generation iPads
With numerous iPad generations available, here's a quick look at previous models still available for purchase in 2025. New model releases often present a good opportunity to acquire older iPads at potentially lower prices.
Apple iPad (10th Generation)
Apple iPad Air (6th Generation)
Apple iPad Mini (6th Generation)
Apple iPad Pro (7th Generation)
