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Apple has just unveiled the new iPad Air with the M3 chip, but it hasn’t forgotten about the standard iPad. While the updates aren’t groundbreaking, Apple has made key improvements in two critical areas: performance and storage.
The iPad (2025) now features a more powerful processor and increased memory, giving users more flexibility. However, it doesn’t support Apple Intelligence. The biggest surprise? A significantly lower price.
iPad (2025) Specs
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IPAD (2025) |
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SIZE AND WEIGHT |
248.6 x 179.5 x 7 mm 477 g (Wi-Fi) / 481 g (Wi-Fi + Cellular) |
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SCREEN |
11-inch LED/IPS Retina Display 2,360 x 1,640 pixels 264 dpi True Tone 500 nits |
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PROCESSOR |
Apple A16 5-core CPU 4-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine |
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RAM |
No information available |
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STORAGE |
128, 256, 512 GB |
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BACK CAMERA |
12 MP wide camera, f/1.8 5x digital zoom Autofocus Intelligent HDR 4K@60FPS video Slow motion 240 FPS |
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FRONT CAMERA |
Landscape 12 MP Center Stage camera, f/2.4 122º FOV HDR inteligente FullHD@60FPS video |
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BATTERY |
28.93 Wh Up to 10 hours of Internet surfing |
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OS |
iPadOS 18 |
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CONNECTIVITY |
WiFi 6 5G (optional) USB-C (USB 2.0) NanoSIM / eSIM Bluetooth 5.3 GPS/GNSS |
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OTHER |
Apple Pencil support (USB-C and 1st generation) Touch ID Apple Pay Siri Stereo speakers |
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PRICE |
From $349 LTE version from $499 |
Spot the Differences
The new iPad retains the same design as its predecessor, though Apple has slightly reduced the bezels. As a result, the screen has grown from 10.9 inches to 11 inches.
The change is minor, but it’s there. Dimensions, weight, and color options remain unchanged, sticking with Apple’s signature tones for its entry-level devices.
There are no updates to the display’s brightness or resolution, nor to the cameras. However, two key areas have improved: the processor and storage.
The device upgrades from the Apple A14 Bionic chip to the Apple A16, a much more powerful processor that enhances overall performance. Storage capacity has also increased. The base model now starts at 128 GB—double the previous 64 GB—while additional options include 256 GB and 512 GB.
The iPad (2025) runs iPadOS 18, but it doesn’t support Apple Intelligence.
Despite the hardware improvements, the new iPad (2025) launches at a significantly lower price than its predecessor. When Apple introduced the 2022 iPad, it started at 64 GB and cost $449. Now, the 128 GB model debuts at just $349—an impressive reduction.
Connectivity remains unchanged, with an optional LTE version available. However, opting for LTE will cost an additional $150.
The new processor enables support for Bluetooth 5.3, and the iPad still includes a Touch ID sensor on the top button.
The iPad (2025) is also compatible with the Apple Pencil (USB-C and first generation) and can be paired with the Magic Keyboard Folio, an optional accessory that includes both a keyboard and trackpad.
iPad (2025) Pricing and Availability
The new Apple iPad (2025) is now available for pre-order and will be in stores March 12. It comes in blue, pink, yellow, and silver. Prices are as follows:
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128 GB |
256 GB |
512 GB |
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IPad (2025) |
$349 |
$449 |
$649 |
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IPad (2025) LTE Version |
$499 |
$599 |
$799 |
Images | Apple
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