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Apple unveils iPad Air with M3 chip and tablet with double the storage capacity

Published by Vadym Karpus

For the first time in more than two years, Apple has updated the basic model of its tablet, introducing the 11th generation iPad with a simple press release.

Unlike the company’s latest devices, the new iPad does not support Apple Intelligence. Instead, the device is equipped with an updated A16 chip, as well as «double the original storage capacity of» — 128 GB. Probably. This is the end of the updates in the tablet. The starting price of the 11th generation Apple iPad is $349. The novelty will go on sale on March 12 in various colors, including blue, pink, yellow, and silver.

Apple iPad 11th generation

For more demanding users, Apple has prepared an updated iPad Air tablet. This version has received a significant upgrade in performance compared to the previous generation device. The new iPad Air has a powerful M3 chip. According to Apple, this tablet is twice as fast as the M1-based Air and the A14 Bionic-based Air. Thanks to this powerful processor, the tablet boasts support for Apple Intelligence artificial intelligence functions, although the functions themselves are nothing to brag about.

Apple iPad Air with Magic Keyboard

The new Apple iPad Air comes in four colors, as well as 11- and 13-inch versions. The price of the smaller version starts at $599, and the larger one will cost $799. There’s also a new detachable Magic Keyboard ($269 for the smaller model and $319 for the larger), which includes an additional row of function keys and a larger trackpad that was previously only available on the Pro version.

Source: The Verge 1, 2