Apple iPad Air M4 review: still the premium tablet to beat

2026-03-11 - 07:23

Faster laptop-level power, rapid wifi and 5G, plus much-improved multitasking make the middle iPad highly capable beyond just watching TV The latest iPad Air is faster in almost all facets, packing not just a processor upgrade but improvements to most of the internal bits that make the tablet work, providing laptop-grade power in a skinny, adaptable touchscreen device. The new iPad Air M4 costs from the same £599 (€649/$599/A$999) as the outgoing M3 model from last year and again comes in two sizes. One with an 11in screen, which is the best size for most people and a more expensive 13in screen version, which is ideal if you want a second TV or a laptop replacement. Screen: 11in or 13in Liquid Retina display (264ppi) Processor: Apple M4 (8-core CPU/9-core GPU) RAM: 12GB Storage: 128, 256, 512GB or 1TB Operating system: iPadOS 26.3 Camera: 12MP rear, 12MP centre stage Connectivity: Wifi 7, 5G (eSim-only), Bluetooth 6, USB-C (USB3), Touch ID, Smart Connecter Dimensions: 247.6 x 178.5 x 6.1mm or 280.6 x 214.9 x 6.1mm Weight: 464g or 616g Continue reading...