Is there an iPad Air 2021?

There’s no price bump this year from Apple, as the new iPad Air costs the same as the 2020 model when it launched. The standard iPad 2021 (starting price $399) costs $609 if you buy it with 256GB and Wi-Fi + Cellular.

Is the new iPad air available yet?

The fifth-gen tablet is on sale as of 18 March. As well as the Apple Store, it’s also available to buy at popular retailers like Amazon and Argos in the UK, and Best Buy in the US. For more options, see our dedicated article on where to buy the iPad Air 5.

Did Apple discontinue the iPad Air?

Announced in March 2022, the iPad Air is now the newest iPad in Apple’s lineup and it is early in its product cycle. Apple does not seem to update the iPad Air regularly, leaving up to two and a half years between upgrades, and there are no signs of a new model any time soon.

Why are there no iPads available to buy?

The reason for the nosedive in shipments comes from component shortages. Actually, manufacturers saw chip shortages incoming, and many ramped up production at the end of 2020 to use as much available silicon available. According to Digitimes, the fourth quarter of 2020 saw tablet shipments increase by 17.6%.

How many iPad airs are there?

Let’s break it down. Currently, Apple sells five different models. In order of most affordable to most expensive, there’s the 10.2-inch iPad, the 7.9-inch iPad mini, the 10.5-inch iPad Air, the 11-inch iPad Pro, and the 12.9-inch iPad Pro.

Why is it so hard to get an iPad?

With the global supply shortages continuing to cause problems, multiple sources have confirmed Apple has decided to cut iPad production by around 50%. Older iPhone models are also not immune, with some components from the iPhone 12 or earlier being re-allocated to iPhone 13 production.

What is unique about iPad Air?

However, there are some distinct differences between the two: The iPad is the cheapest model in Apple’s line up. The iPad Air features a powerful A14 processor. The iPad Air is compatible with the Smart Keyboard.

When does the new iPad Air come out?

The new iPad Air joins the powerful iPad Pro, the popular iPad (9th generation), and iPad mini to form the most advanced iPad lineup ever. The new iPad Air is available to order beginning Friday, March 11, from apple.com/store and in the Apple Store app in 29 countries and regions, including the US, with availability beginning Friday, March 18.

What do you get with the new iPad Air?

Here’s what you get with iPad Air. Touch ID integrated into the top button for fast, easy, and secure authentication. All-screen design with 10.9‑inch Liquid Retina display, 6 True Tone, P3 wide color, and antireflective coating.

Will I miss my iPad Pro when I get the air?

For the last five days, I’ve been testing the iPad Air, replacing my iPad Pro — which is normally within arms reach at all times — with the new Air. Outside of display differences (both in size and quality), I haven’t missed my iPad Pro one bit. And heck, I imagine with another week of use, I won’t even miss my Pro’s 12.9-inch screen.

Should you buy an iPad Air or an iPad Pro?

If you’re in the market for an iPad, and the base model and iPad Mini aren’t enough for you, the iPad Air is where your search should begin, and most likely, end. The more Apple pays attention to the iPad Air, the less the 11-inch iPad Pro makes sense to me.