Apple’s iPad Air and iPad Pro lineups are due for a refresh. While rumours were claiming that new iPads would be announced in March, a new report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman suggests that Apple plans to release new iPads in early May.
The report claims that the Cupertino tech giant indeed planned to release new iPads by the end of March/early April, but the company is still in the process of finishing a software update, hence the delay. Apple’s iPad Pro and Air 2024 lineups are expected to be powered by the company’s M3 chipset. Let’s take a look at the details.
Apple iPad Pro 2024: What to Expect
Apple iPad Pro 2024 is expected to come in two sizes—11-inch and 12.9-inch—similar to its predecessor. While Apple introduced a MiniLED display with the iPad Pro 2022 12.9-inch model, the iPad Pro 2024 lineup is rumoured to switch to an OLED panel.
Previous rumours suggest that the iPad Pro 2024 models will feature a thinner build with a redesigned camera bump. The company is rumoured to launch a new Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil. According to reports, the iPad Pro 2024 lineup will be more expensive than its predecessor.
Apple iPad Air 2024: What to Expect
Apple is expected to launch the iPad Air 2024 in two sizes – 10.9-inch and 12.9 inches. The iPad Air 12.9 will be the new addition to the lineup and will likely cater to people looking for a bigger-screen tablet without spending over $1000.
The iPad Air (5th Gen) was announced in March 2022, two years ago. The iPad Pro series, powered by M2 chip, was introduced in October 2022. So it has been over 18 months since Apple showcased new iPad Air or iPad Pro models, and the upgrade is long overdue.
