Apple Unveils M3 iPad Air: Faster Performance & New Magic Keyboard
Apple has officially unveiled its latest iPad Air models, introducing the M3-powered 11-inch and 13-inch versions. The upgrade primarily focuses on performance, making these new tablets an appealing option for those seeking power and portability.
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Key Features of the M3 iPad Air (2025)
M3 Chipset: Features an 8-core CPU, 9-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Processing Unit (NPU), delivering 2x faster performance compared to the M1 iPad Air (2022).
Display: Retains the 11-inch and 13-inch Liquid Retina display with a 60Hz refresh rate.
Storage & RAM: Equipped with 8GB RAM and storage options starting at 128GB.
Cameras: Dual 12MP cameras for enhanced photography and video calls.
Connectivity: Maintains Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and USB-C 3.1.
Security: Touch ID remains integrated into the power button.
New Magic Keyboard Enhancements
Apple also introduced an updated Magic Keyboard, featuring:
Larger trackpad for improved navigation.
New function keys row for better productivity.
Pricing & Availability
The M3 iPad Air models come in Blue, Purple, Starlight, and Space Gray colors. Pricing details:
11-inch iPad Air (2025)
Wi-Fi only: $599 / €699 / £599 (128GB)
Cellular model: $749 / €869 / £749
13-inch iPad Air (2025)
Wi-Fi only: $799 / €949 / £799 (128GB)
Cellular model: $949 / €1,119 / £949
The Magic Keyboard is available for:
11-inch model: $269 / €329 / £269
13-inch model: $319 / €349 / £299
Release Date
Pre-orders are now open, with deliveries starting on March 12, 2025.
