The iPad Air 6 and iPad Pro with M3 They are just around the corner. At least, this is what reliable sources suggest, who even got it right with the launch of the new MacBook Air with M3. As usual, Apple has not confirmed anything regarding these two new models, but rumors and leaks have revealed many details about their design, specifications, accessories and more. This is everything we know so far.
To begin with, everything indicates that Apple will update only two of the iPad models in its catalog: the iPad Air and the iPad Pro. Both have not been updated since 2022. The Pro model has also not received a design change or new features beyond a better processor for years.
Curiously, both models will arrive with very interesting new features. Both the iPad Air and the iPad Pro would support new accessories that would be launched alongside these devices, including a Magic Keyboard with an aluminum base and a new third-generation Apple Pencilas revealed Bloomberg. But let's take a closer look at what features and improvements will come with these two new iPads.
The iPad Pro will not only be much more powerful
Everything indicates that the iPad Pro will receive its biggest update in years, starting with an improved design that would include the MagSafe compatibilityApple's magnetic charging system, as well as a “landscape” front camera.
That is, it will be placed on the side of the frame—if we place the iPad in vertical format—which will allow better focus on video calls when the device is connected, for example, to a Magic Keyboard.
This will be the screen of the new iPad Pro
The main novelty of the iPad Pro, however, will be in the technology of its screens. Apple could announce two size versions, with 11 and 12.9 inches, and both would have OLED technology, as revealed by multiple rumors.
This would not only make the panels have richer colors and purer blacks, but it would also make the iPad Pro more efficient. The black ones on OLED panels are turned off pixels, which helps save more battery. Therefore, and although there are no rumors that indicate it, Battery life could be better than current models.
The processor of the new iPad Pro
Another of the main novelties of the new iPad Pro would be, of course, the new processor. Apple would opt for an M3 chip to renew the current model with M2. This is more powerful and efficient, and allows additional functions, such as the ability to connect two external monitors simultaneously.
While there is no information on this, the iPad Pro with M3 is likely to include the same storage configurations as the variant with M2. That is, with 128, 256 and 512 GB options, as well as two variants with 1 or 2 TB of storage.
An iPad Air 6 with two screen sizes
The iPad Air 6 would not receive such important changes in terms of design and screen technology, but it will in two other key points. For the first time in the history of this model, Apple could launch two variants with two screen sizes different.
On the one hand, a version of 10.9 inches. Also, a variant with 12.9 inches. Although they are identical sizes to the iPad Pro, these models would have an LCD panel, whose display quality, as well as its efficiency, would be below the company's most powerful tablets.
What processor will the iPad Air 6 have?
The other key point is its processor. Apple would update the iPad Air 6 with an M2 chip to replace the M1 included in current models. This new processor will give the tablet greater performance and better energy efficiency, so we could also see improvements in autonomy.
On the other hand, we reiterate, the iPad Air would be compatible with a new Magic Keyboard and a new Apple Pencil.
iPad Air 6 and iPad Pro with M3: price and possible release date
Although Apple has not confirmed anything in this regard, everything indicates that both the iPad Air 6 and the iPad Pro with M3 They could appear over the next week. Probably during Monday, March 11 or Tuesday, March 12. The company will not hold any presentation event, but will announce the models through a press release and promotional videos, Bloomberg says.
As for the pricesthere are no details on this, but it is likely that the company will maintain the cost of the current models.
The iPad Air M3 with 64 GB – although it would not be strange if it arrived with 128 GB – would therefore cost about 770 euros. If we take into account that the difference in the screen size of some of Apple's products – such as the iPhone 15 – is 150 euros, the 12.9-inch iPad Air could arrive for about 920 euros. The iPad Pro with 11-inch M3 and 128 GB, on the other hand, would cost about 1,049 euros.