Apple has introduced new 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Air models with the M3 chip. The new iPad Air can be pre-ordered starting Tuesday, and will launch on March 12.
The new iPad starts at $599 for the 11-inch model and $799 for the 13-inch model. The iPad Air with M3 comes in four colors.
While the new iPad Air supports Apple Intelligence, it doesn’t feature Apple’s newest chip which is the M4. However, Apple says the iPad Air with M3 is nearly 2x faster compared to iPad Air with M1, and up to 3.5x faster than iPad Air with A14 Bionic.
It’s worth noting that Apple has shared comparisons with older iPad models, and not the iPad Air with M2 chip that launched last year.
Apple is also introducing an updated Magic Keyboard that features a larger trackpad, along with a new 14-key function row allows easy access to features like screen brightness and volume controls. It attaches magnetically, and the Smart Connector immediately connects power and data without the need for Bluetooth. Plus, there’s a machined aluminum hinge also includes a USB-C connector for charging.
The new Magic Keyboard starts at $269 for the 11-inch model and $319 for the 13-inch model. It comes in white.
“For everyone from college students taking notes with Apple Pencil Pro, to travelers and content creators who need powerful productivity on the go, iPad Air with M3, Apple Intelligence, and the new Magic Keyboard take versatility and value to the next level,” said Bob Borchers, Apple’s vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing, in a press release.
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