Apple has introduced the new iPad Air, now powered by its latest M4 chip, bringing enhanced performance, advanced AI capabilities, and improved graphics to Apple’s mid-range tablet lineup.

The updated iPad Air builds on Apple’s push to bring more powerful silicon to its tablet lineup. With the M4 chip, Apple says the new iPad Air delivers faster overall performance, smoother multitasking, and more efficient workflows compared to the previous generation.
What’s new with the iPad Air

- M4 chip: The latest custom Apple silicon brings a significant boost in CPU and GPU performance, enabling smoother editing, creative workflows, and on-device AI tasks.
- Machine learning & AI: Thanks to the M4’s updated Neural Engine, the new iPad Air supports advanced machine learning tasks that can power features like image processing and generative AI enhancements in apps.
- Display and design: The new model retains the familiar thin and light design, with Apple’s high-resolution display that’s ideal for media consumption, productivity, and creative apps.
- iPadOS improvements: With iPadOS, the new Air supports Apple’s latest productivity features, including enhanced multitasking and compatibility with accessories like the Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard.
Apple positions the new iPad Air between the standard iPad and the iPad Pro models, offering a balance of performance and price for students, professionals, and creative users alike.
Philippine availability and Price
The new iPad Air with M4 will be available via apple.com/ph and Apple Authorized Resellers. Apple has yet to announce the exact release date locally, so interested buyers are advised to check back for availability updates.
The device comes in 11-inch and 13-inch variants, available in Blue, Purple, Starlight, and Space Gray, with storage options of 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB.

11-inch iPad Air (M4)
- Wi-Fi (starts at PHP 42,990)
- Wi-Fi + Cellular (starts at PHP 52,990)
- Education pricing starts at PHP 38,990
13-inch iPad Air (M4)
- Wi-Fi (starts at PHP 54,990)
- Wi-Fi + Cellular (starts at PHP 64,990)
- Education pricing starts at PHP 51,990
Accessories

The new iPad Air supports the Magic Keyboard, available in Black and White:
- 11-inch Magic Keyboard – PHP 17,990 (PHP 16,990 with education savings)
- 13-inch Magic Keyboard – PHP 19,990 (PHP 18,990 with education savings)
It is also compatible with:
- Apple Pencil Pro – PHP 8,690 (PHP 7,990 with education savings)
- Apple Pencil (USB-C) – PHP 4,990 (PHP 4,390 with education savings)
AppleCare protection plans are also available, offering hardware and software coverage along with 24/7 support from Apple experts.

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