Apple unveiled two exciting iPad upgrades this week, both launching March 12th (pre-orders are open now!). Meet the M3 iPad Air, starting at $599, and the new 11th-generation iPad, priced from $349. While these are iterative updates rather than complete overhauls, they boast enhanced power compared to their predecessors, making them compelling choices for prospective buyers.

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Out March 12 Apple iPad (11th Generation) $349.00 at Amazon Out March 12 11" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model) $599.00 at Amazon Out March 12 13" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model) $799.00 at Amazon Out March 12 Magic Keyboard for iPad Air (M3) $269.00 at Apple

Below, we delve into the specifics: what's new, pricing, and pre-order details. Let's dive in!

Apple iPad (11th Generation)

Out March 12 Apple iPad (11th Generation) $349.00 at Amazon

The new 11th-generation iPad is perfect for everyday tablet users. It boasts a speedy A16 chip (upgrading from the A14 in the previous model) and a doubled starting storage of 128GB at no extra cost. Aesthetically similar to its predecessor, it's available in silver, blue, yellow, and pink. While internally superior, it notably does not include Apple Intelligence.

If you can forgo Apple Intelligence (and many iPhone 16 users can!), the 11th-gen iPad offers ample power for typical tablet tasks: gaming, browsing, streaming, social media, email, and more. It’s built to handle these activities effortlessly for years to come.

New iPad Air with M3 Chip

Out March 12 11" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model) $599.00 at Amazon Out March 12 13" Apple iPad Air with M3 Chip (2025 Model) $799.00 at Amazon Out March 12 Magic Keyboard for iPad Air (M3) $269.00 at Apple

The new iPad Air occupies the sweet spot in Apple's tablet lineup, surpassing the baseline iPad in performance but falling short of the iPad Pro. If you need more processing power than the entry-level model offers, 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 feature absent in 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 always make older models more attractive!

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

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