New iPad Air & 11th-Gen iPad: Now Available for Preorder

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 begins at $349. These are iterative upgrades, focusing on enhanced performance rather than radical redesigns, making them compelling choices for anyone seeking a powerful new Apple tablet.

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Apple iPad (11th Generation) - $349.00 at Amazon

11" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model) - $599.00 at Amazon

13" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model) - $799.00 at Amazon

Magic Keyboard for iPad Air (M3) - $269.00 at Apple

Below, we detail the new features, pricing, and pre-order information.

Apple iPad (11th Generation)

Apple iPad (11th Generation) - $349.00 at Amazon

Ideal for everyday tablet use, the 11th-generation iPad boasts a speedy A16 chip, a significant upgrade from the previous generation's A14. Starting storage doubles to 128GB at no extra cost. Aesthetically similar to its predecessor, it's available in silver, blue, yellow, and pink. While internal performance is noticeably improved, it notably does not include Apple Intelligence.

If you don't require Apple Intelligence (and many iPhone 16 users can attest to its dispensability), the 11th-gen iPad delivers ample power for typical tasks such as gaming, browsing, streaming, social media, email, and more. Its performance should remain robust for years to come.

New iPad Air with M3 Chip

11" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model) - $599.00 at Amazon

13" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model) - $799.00 at Amazon

Magic Keyboard for iPad Air (M3) - $269.00 at Apple

The new iPad Air occupies a sweet spot in Apple's tablet lineup, offering superior performance to the base iPad but falling short of the iPad Pro. If you need more processing power than the base model provides, the 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 supports Apple Intelligence, a key differentiator from the base model. 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 in 2025. New releases often make older models more affordable.

Apple iPad (10th Generation) - See it at Amazon

Apple iPad Air (6th Generation) - See it at Amazon

Apple iPad Mini (6th Generation) - See it at Amazon

Apple iPad Pro (7th Generation) - See it at Amazon