PSA: Don't Buy an iPad Right Now, New Models Coming in 2024

[MacRumors]

If you're in the market for a new iPad, you might want to go ahead and hold off. Apple hasn't introduced updates to any of its iPad models in 2023 so far, and rumors suggest that refreshes aren't coming until 2024.

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MacRumors videographer Dan Barbera recaps all the latest iPad rumors in his latest video, so watch that to get an overview of the current status of each iPad.

Basically, iPad Pro, iPad mini, and iPad Air refreshes are coming in 2024, so if you can hold off on buying a new tablet, you should. This is especially true for the iPad Pro, because we're expecting a major overhaul soon.

OLED displays are coming to new 11 and 13-inch iPad Pro options in 2024, plus the tablets are going to get Apple's latest M3 chip with more power and improved efficiency, so it's worth waiting.

As for the iPad mini, it hasn't been updated since 2021, and the iPad Air has been around since March 2022, so both are on the older side. The standard iPad was refreshed last year and Apple has thus far updated it every year, so it's the one tablet we might possibly see updated in 2023, though rumors have said nothing about it.

Unless you have an urgent need for an iPad or come across a great deal, it's worth holding out for updated hardware at this point. For more on what to expect from future iPads, check out our recent rumor recap.

Article Link: PSA: Don't Buy an iPad Right Now, New Models Coming in 2024

 

[zombierunner]

Definitely waiting for the new iPad Pro in 2024. Will be upgrading from 2018 model.

 

[coffeemilktea]

Unless you have an urgent need for an iPad or come across a great deal, it's worth holding out for updated hardware at this point

I have an urgent need to play Genshin Impact on the go, and on something bigger than an iPhone 11 screen. 😩

...I guess it can wait until 2024.

 

[dominiongamma]

Definitely waiting for the new iPad Pro in 2024. Will be upgrading from 2018 model.

Smart! I know some people will probably pull the trigger during Black Friday sales this year then next year will wish they didn’t with the rumor of the OLED models coming

 

[iLoveDeveloping]

Don’t buy an iPad now because there is a new one coming next year? Are you kidding me? That’s the stupidest thing I’ve ever heard. In that case no one should ever buy a new iPhone cos there is a new one next each year. Seriously wow…

 

[Lakersfan74]

I have the M2 11 inch Pro. Hopefully they can pull off moving the camera to the landscaper orientation considering the Pro models have small bezels

 

[dominiongamma]

I’m already saving for the 13 inch one, can’t wait !

 

[iamgalt]

I'm hoping towards the beginning of 2024. And if Apple wants to start offering a 16" model, I'd be cool with that too.

 

[Lakersfan74]

Don’t buy an iPad now because there is a new one coming next year? Are you kidding me? That’s the stupidest thing I’ve ever heard. In that case no one should ever buy a new iPhone cos there is a new one next each year. Seriously wow…

Well, the new ones are less than a year away. It’s like buying an iPhone in spring you may as well wait. Especially if it’s a redesign coming like this one

 

[TheYayAreaLiving 🎗️]

I can’t wait for the OLED 13” iPad. The overall screen is going to look amazing.

 

[BB1970]

Counterpoint: Buy something when you want it.

 

[OferJ]

Don’t buy an iPad now because there is a new one coming next year? Are you kidding me? That’s the stupidest thing I’ve ever heard. In that case no one should ever buy a new iPhone cos there is a new one next each year. Seriously wow…

You're comparing two very different items with very different release schedules. iPhones are updated every single year, so yes, this advice wouldn't make any sense if applied to an iPhone. iPads on the other hand aren't on a yearly update schedule. With this year well past the halfway point, it absolutely makes sense to hold off on purchasing a new iPad if there are new models coming out next year, especially if there are major overhauls rumored for them (like with the iPad Pro)

 

[everlast3434]

Don’t buy an iPhone either! I heard there’s a new one coming out in 2024 too!

 

[munpip214]

If you “need” an iPad Pro then the current ones will do just fine and getting a good deal now or Black Friday will probably be better for most people. The screens and processors are already really good and even with a major redesign it is still an ipad. Plus it will probably be 6 months before we would see an update.

 

[Apple Mann]

Have heard any rumors of iPad being converted to eSims?

 

[Souponastick270]

Wouldn’t be buy an M1 iMac these days either - hopefully it’ll skip M2 and go straight to M3 when those chip launch.

 

[fatTribble]

I have the mini LED from 2021 with 2 TB. The screen is so impressive!
Just for grins, I pulled up a good, colorful photo from Las Vegas on the iPad Pro and my 14 Pro Max.
I was surprised to see a difference!
They both look fantastic but the iPhone colors are a bit more vibrant.
The lights seem to pop out more on the iPhone. I think that’s HDR?

Anyway, I can’t justify upgrading so soon, but the OLED will be great someday.

 

[CheesePuff]

Counterpoint: Buy something when you want it.

Exactly.. we're most likely looking at 7 months until the next keynote (March 2024) so this just seems like such silly advice, especially since you can get deep discounts on models now.

 

[fatTribble]

Don’t buy an iPad now because there is a new one coming next year? Are you kidding me? That’s the stupidest thing I’ve ever heard. In that case no one should ever buy a new iPhone cos there is a new one next each year. Seriously wow…

I think OLED is quite a big upgrade. It would be for me at least.

 

[4087258]

Waiting for the new pro is fine, but waiting for the new air model? Nope.
M1 still great and if you need it buy it now.

The base iPad will certainly get a new chip before 2024.

 

[CarAnalogy]

I think an OLED iPad Pro 11" would be a beautiful device. But then I think about the eye watering cost and the fact that I'll just use it as a small TV.

 

[Unami]

I have the mini LED from 2021 with 2 TB. The screen is so impressive!
Just for grins, I pulled up a good, colorful photo from Las Vegas on the iPad Pro and my 14 Pro Max.
I was surprised to see a difference!
They both look fantastic but the iPhone colors are a bit more vibrant.
The lights seem to pop out more on the iPhone. I think that’s HDR?

Anyway, I can’t justify upgrading so soon, but the OLED will be great someday.

The iPhone pro has an OLED screen which are known for oversaturated colors. The Mini-LED on the iPad is probably more color accurate but because of that might also look muted next to the iphone.

 

[TheBeverage]

Doesn't the lack of a new iPad release coming this year make this a relatively good time to buy? Especially so considering fall is usually a bad time due to new releases. As someone in the market for a new iPad I came to the exact opposite conclusion...

 

[TravelsInBlue]

Frankly except for niche uses, I’d recommend against buying an iPad in general.




Poor value and functionality. Unless you’re looking for a solid e-reader or something to draw on, you may as well spring for one of the MacBook airs.

 

[cuwickliffe]

I bought an M1 iPad Pro end of last year on discount and I’m thrilled with it. Zero need for the M2 and everything runs smooth as butter. An M3 will be amazing but it will do nothing to improve my performance expectations.