Apple’s newest iPad Air is up to $100 off for the first time

The latest M4-powered iPad Air models are currently seeing their first significant price cuts on Amazon, with discounts reaching up to $100. These tablets offer improved performance, Wi-Fi 7 support, and compatibility with the Apple Pencil Pro, positioning them as a strong value proposition between the base iPad and the iPad Pro.
Why it matters
As Apple pushes its M4 chip into more devices, these discounts make high-end tablet performance more accessible to mainstream consumers.
If you want an iPad that’s more powerful than the entry-level model but less expensive than the iPad Pro , the latest iPad Air is the one to buy, and it’s down to one its best prices to date. The 11-inch Air with 128GB of storage and Wi-Fi connectivity is available at Amazon starting at $519.99 ($79 off). If you want a larger screen, the base 13-inch Air has dropped to a new low price of $699 ($100 off), also at Amazon . 13-inch iPad Air M4 Where to Buy: $799 $699.99 at Amazon (128GB, Wi-Fi) $899 $789.99 at Amazon (256GB, Wi-Fi) $1099 $1019 at Amazon (512GB, Wi-Fi) 11-inch iPad Air (2026) Where to Buy: $599 $519.99 at Amazon (128GB, Wi-Fi) $699 $609.99 at Amazon (256GB, Wi-Fi) $899 $839 at Amazon (512GB, Wi-Fi) No matter which size you choose, the new iPad Air is noticeably faster than the base iPad thanks to its M4 processor and a bump up to 12GB of RAM. While it falls short of the M5-powered iPad Pros in terms of raw performance and its super-thin design, the Air is sufficient for lighter creative work and some gaming. This model also boasts Apple Intelligence and support for the latest Apple Pencil Pro. Apple also made a handful of smaller upgrades in the now-discounted iPad Air, like the N1 wireless networking chip that supports Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6. It’s also compatible with Thread, making it easier to control smart lights, locks, and other compatible smart home devices directly from your tablet. It was already a good value, and now it’s a better one at this price if you’re shopping for a new iPad. Read our M4-powered iPad Air review.
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