Waiting to see what happens with the 11" M2 IPP prices. Might be worth grabbing one instead of this.
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Apple Announces New M2 iPad Air Models in 11-Inch and 13-Inch Sizes From $599
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This is also the case for the new iPads pro, no charging adapter in the box, just the cable.
This new iPad Air 13" is a good value and is basically the 6th Gen iPad Pro. Look are specs side by side, pretty close, and better than 5th Gen ipad Pro. The 7th gen iPad pro really smokes with M4 chip and gets it before any Macs.
Ridiculous isn’t it. Product from 2021, even had the balls to mention it at the end of the event as if it fits into the lineup.Where is my new iPad mini?
Complete joke.
They called it 'mighty', but compared to all the M chips (and newer A chips) around these days that description doesn't really fit anymore.
I’ve had my Air 5 for over 2 years, no issues with mine at all. I use it for a lot of note taking at work, so I’m constantly on OneNote.
The 11” base model has more storage, better located camera, and is £70 cheaper here in the UK, so I’m happy. Plus there’s the larger model so I’m even happier.
Not going to update to this iPad Air model. I’m content with my M1, but for those of you who didn’t want the 4 or 5, this could be for you. Especially with 128GB of storage as the base.
I was still impressed by it, but my M1 will work well for me. Going strong for over two years and it’s my favorite iPad ever. Again, if you have the iPad Air 4 or something further back (or an older different model), this might be your time to hop in.
I was still impressed by it, but my M1 will work well for me. Going strong for over two years and it’s my favorite iPad ever. Again, if you have the iPad Air 4 or something further back (or an older different model), this might be your time to hop in.
Same with my MIL. Nothing Apple makes is for older people.
Perfect for me.
Three kids at home, three iPad Air 4s to upgrade. They are excited for the color choices. I used to have to opt for the 256gb model to avoid space headaches. I am saving $200 on that per iPad alone.
128gb should be fine, decent trade in values even compared to private resale. We should be set for another 3-4 years for under $1000.
Three kids at home, three iPad Air 4s to upgrade. They are excited for the color choices. I used to have to opt for the 256gb model to avoid space headaches. I am saving $200 on that per iPad alone.
128gb should be fine, decent trade in values even compared to private resale. We should be set for another 3-4 years for under $1000.
Completely agree. I had Touch ID on my air 4. Was going to upgrade for Face ID so no deal for me. Don’t need the features of a pro. Maybe next gen!
I will likely get the 512 GB iPad Air 5 12.9". But I wonder when will the protective cases be available.
Can’t see Apple Pencil 2 support listed in the Air specs, but v1 and the new one are. Bit of a downer if they’ve skipped the one I’ve got!
Calling the new iPad Air 11" when actually it's the same size screen and resolution as the 10.9" iPad Air it replaces, actually feels like they are trying to make you feel like they've upgraded the screen size?!
Under the 13” spec they state: “Measured diagonally as a rectangle, the 13‑inch iPad Air is 12.9 inches. Actual viewable area is less.”
So not 13” then!
Face ID, Apple...?
Why oh why does this still come with Touch ID (or Touch ID only, with no extra Face ID)?
Apple perfectly well know this is an issue for older users, but obviously they think this group are all well-off so can just pay 50% extra for the only feature they need from the Pro's! Cynical move.
Next we'll still have the Touch ID in the next iPad Mini's as well...for no apparent reason, given there's only one model in this size... iPad Mini Pro, anyone? Come on Apple, stop mucking buyers around on such obviously very much wanted basic security login features.
Why oh why does this still come with Touch ID (or Touch ID only, with no extra Face ID)?
Apple perfectly well know this is an issue for older users, but obviously they think this group are all well-off so can just pay 50% extra for the only feature they need from the Pro's! Cynical move.
Next we'll still have the Touch ID in the next iPad Mini's as well...for no apparent reason, given there's only one model in this size... iPad Mini Pro, anyone? Come on Apple, stop mucking buyers around on such obviously very much wanted basic security login features.
If one is looking at the airs it would be wiser to look at last years iPad pros on sale, better product and lower price (on sale)
I wish Apple had promoted the Mini into the Air lineup and given the whole lineup Pro Motion displays. An M2 Mini with Stage Manager and the Air's slightly faster USB C port is close to the perfect travel device for me.