Apple has announced two exciting new iPad upgrades this week, both set to release on March 12, with preorders available now. The new models include the M3 iPad Air, starting at $599, and the 11th-generation baseline iPad, starting at $349. These updates are more about enhancing performance rather than major redesigns, but as the latest 2025 models, they offer significant improvements over their predecessors. If you're considering a new Apple tablet, these are the ones to watch.
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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 AppleBelow, you'll find all the details on what's new with these iPads, their pricing, and where you can secure your preorders. Let's dive in.
Apple iPad (11th Generation)
Out March 12### Apple iPad (11th Generation)
2$349.00 at AmazonFor those with standard tablet computing needs, the new 11th-generation iPad is an excellent choice. It features the faster A16 chip, an upgrade from the A14 in the previous model, and starts with 128GB of storage, doubling the base storage at no extra cost. The design remains largely the same, available in silver, blue, yellow, and pink. While it offers improved internal performance, it does not include Apple Intelligence. If you can do without that feature (and as an iPhone 16 owner, I can attest that it's not essential), this iPad will handle everyday tasks like gaming, web browsing, video watching, social media scrolling, and email checking with ease 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 AmazonOut March 12### 13" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model)
0$799.00 at AmazonOut March 12### Magic Keyboard for iPad Air (M3)
0$269.00 at AppleThe new iPad Air, equipped with the M3 chip, positions itself as a mid-tier option in Apple's tablet lineup, offering superior performance compared to the baseline iPad but not quite reaching the power of the iPad Pro. Available in 11-inch and 13-inch sizes, it's perfect for those needing more computing power. The M3 chip supports Apple Intelligence, and it's compatible with a new Magic Keyboard featuring function keys and a trackpad, available at Apple.
Where to Buy Previous Generation iPads
With numerous iPad generations available, here's a quick guide to the previous models you can still purchase in 2025. The announcement of new models is often a great time to snag a deal on older iPads.
### 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)
0See it at Amazon
