Apple Unveils Powerful New iPad Air with M3 Chip and AI Features, Plus Updated iPad with A16 Chip!
Apple has launched the new iPad Air (2025) with the M3 chip, offering up to twice the performance of the M1 model and support for Apple Intelligence, including AI-powered tools like Image Playground and Writing Tools. Available in 11-inch and 13-inch sizes, the iPad Air starts at $599 (₹59,900 in India). Apple also introduced the updated iPad (2025) with the A16 chip, delivering 30% better performance than its predecessor and starting at $349 (₹34,900 in India) with 128GB base storage. iPadOS 18 enhances the experience with Smart Script, AI handwriting tools, and a redesigned Control Center.
The new Magic Keyboard for iPad Air features a larger trackpad and function row at a lower price, while both iPad models support Apple Pencil Pro. The M3 iPad Air also introduces hardware-accelerated ray tracing and mesh shading for improved gaming performance. Pre-orders are open now, with sales beginning on March 12. In India, Apple offers up to ₹10,000 cashback and 24-month no-cost EMI options, with availability through Apple’s online store, resellers, and retail outlets.
Apple Unveils Powerful New iPad Air with M3 Chip and AI Features, Plus Updated iPad with A16 Chip!
Apple has officially introduced the latest iPad Air (2025), featuring the powerful M3 chip, bringing significant performance enhancements and Apple Intelligence integration. The new iPad Air delivers nearly double the speed of its M1 predecessor and offers up to 3.5 times the performance of the A14 Bionic model. The M3 chip also introduces advanced graphics capabilities, improving efficiency and rendering for demanding applications and gaming.
The iPad Air now comes in two sizes—an 11-inch model for greater portability and a 13-inch version for a larger workspace. It is available in four stylish colors and supports Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C), making it an ideal choice for students, professionals, and creatives. Additionally, Apple has launched a redesigned Magic Keyboard for the iPad Air, offering an enhanced typing experience at a more affordable price.
Running on iPadOS 18, the device integrates Apple Intelligence, bringing AI-driven features like the Clean Up tool in Photos, Image Wand in Notes, and Writing Tools for refining text. Siri is also enhanced with ChatGPT integration, making it more conversational and intuitive. The M3 chip’s Neural Engine delivers AI performance that is 60% faster than the M1, while its 9-core GPU supports ray tracing and mesh shading for more realistic graphics.
The new Magic Keyboard comes with a larger trackpad, a 14-key function row, and a Smart Connector for power and data transfer. It is available in white, with the 11-inch version priced at $269 and the 13-inch at $319. The iPad Air pricing remains unchanged, starting at $599 for the 11-inch model and $799 for the 13-inch. Special education pricing brings costs down to $549 and $749, respectively. Pre-orders are now open, and sales begin on March 12.
Apple also unveiled an updated entry-level iPad (2025) powered by the A16 chip, delivering 30% better performance than its predecessor. It starts at $349 (Wi-Fi model) and offers 128GB of base storage. Available in blue, pink, yellow, and silver, the new iPad is designed to provide a budget-friendly yet powerful experience.
iPadOS 18 introduces key software enhancements, including a redesigned Calculator app with Math Notes for handwritten equations, Smart Script for improved handwriting recognition in Notes, and real-time transcription for recorded audio. Users can also customize their home screen with new app icon styles and a revamped Control Center.
In India, the iPad Air (M3) starts at ₹59,900 for the 11-inch Wi-Fi model, while the 13-inch version is priced at ₹79,900. The new iPad (A16) starts at ₹34,900 for the 128GB Wi-Fi model. Apple is offering up to ₹10,000 instant cashback, along with 24-month no-cost EMI options. Customers can purchase the new devices via Apple’s online store, authorized resellers, and major retail outlets.
