Learn moreApple doesn't give new iPad models simple numbers like the iPhone series, which can complicate shopping for newer or older iPads. The best way to approach Apple's tablet lineup is to consider and work backward from the latest iPad models,

The iPad Air 11 with M3 is fine for certain tasks, but it can’t be your cheaper MacBook with a touchscreen. It’s better than last year’s model, but good enough may not be enough to justify the upgrade for lingering M1 iPad Air users.

The iPad Air and iPad Pro were updated a year ago; the iPad Air got an M2 processor, while the iPad Pro got an M4 and a total makeover, including a fancy new OLED display. The iPa