A fresh $100 discount makes the Apple M3 iPad Air a tempting purchase, but performance and portability seal the deal. Before you buy, here’s what you need to know and who’s the iPad Air tablet is for.
There are now fantastic savings to be had on select Apple iPads. If you’re in the market for a capable model that won’t burn your pocket, the M3 iPad Air might be the best pick. Right now, it’s $100 off, dropping to $499 from $599.
The deal applies to the 11-inch model in the base configuration of the M3 iPad Air, available in Space Gray, Blue, Purple, and Starlight. A similar discount is available for the 256 GB option, bringing it down to $599 from $699.
Why Buy the Apple M3 iPad Air
The iPad Air is Apple’s more affordable alternative to the iPad Pro, but it sits above the standard model in terms of performance. With the current price drop, it becomes an even better choice for both power users and casual users.
The M3 iPad Air arrives with the same design as the M2 iPad Air model (review), still offering a premium and sleek build. While there’s now a larger 13-inch version, the 11-inch remains ideal for those who value portability. It’s easy to manage with one hand and fits quickly into pouches and bags.
The 11-inch Liquid Retina display hasn’t seen upgrades, but it remains a solid performer with high resolution and 500 nits of brightness. You can also pair it with the Apple Pencil Pro stylus, which adds features like haptic feedback and barrel roll support for drawing and note-taking.
This is clever: the new Pencil Pro uses a shadow to show which drawing tool is currently selected. Image source: nextpit
Internally, the iPad Air is more impressive thanks to the M3 system-on-chip. It still features an 8-core CPU and 9-core GPU configuration, but the chip is significantly faster and more efficient thanks to the 3 nm process. This allows for smoother performance in demanding tasks like video editing and AI workflows. The setup also improves future-proofing, keeping the tablet responsive for years to come.
You also get reliable 12 MP cameras. The rear camera shoots 4K video, while the front camera supports Center Stage for dynamic video calls. The stereo speakers are loud and deliver crisp sound, eliminating the need for external speakers when streaming videos or music.
Are you planning to buy the M3 iPad Air for yourself, or thinking of gifting it to a child or family member? We’d love to hear your plans.
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