Apple has launched new Apple iPadPro 2024 and iPad Air (6th Gen). Apple iPad Air now has 11-inch and 13-inch models, both with Liquid Retina displays powered by an Apple M2 chip with 8-core CPU and 10-core GPU.
The new iPad Air also has landscape stereo speakers with Spatial Audio. According to Apple, the 13-inch model delivers better sound quality with double the bass than the previous generation. Supports Wi-Fi 6E for up to 2x increased performance than the previous generation. This is also compatible with the new Apple Pencil Pro which brings a lot of new features, including a new sensor in the barrel that can sense a user’s squeeze. The iPad Air now has a landscape 12MP front camera that captures video from a more central, horizontal position during video calls. It also features Center Stage, which uses machine learning to automatically keep everyone in the field of view.
Apple iPad Air 6th Gen (2024) specifications
- 11-inch (2360 x 1640 pixels) / 13-inch (2732×204 pixels) Retina True Tone display with P3 Color Gamut, 500 nits brightness, 264 PPI
- Apple M2 chip 8-core CPU with 4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores
10-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine, 8GB RAM - 128GB/256GB/512GB/1TB variants
- iPadOS 17
- 12MP camera with f/1.8 aperture, 5P lens, Smart HDR 4
12MP Ultra Wide front camera with f/2.4 aperture, Centre Stage, Retina Flash with True Tone
Dual microphones for calls, video recording and audio recording, Landscape stereo speakers - 5G (optional), Wi‑Fi 6E 802.11 ax (2.4GHz and 5GHz) 2×2 MIMO; simultaneous dual band, Bluetooth 5.3, Built‑in GPS/GNSS, USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gbps)
- Touch ID on the top
- 28.93 (11″) / 36.59 (13″)-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery with up to 10 hours (9 hours in 5G) of surfing the web on Wi‑Fi or watching video
iPad Air 2024 comes in new blue and purple finishes, starlight and space grey colors.
iPad Air 6th Gen 11″ Wi-Fi 128GB – Rs. 59,900
iPad Air 6th Gen 11″ Wi-Fi 256GB – Rs. 69,900
iPad Air 6th Gen 11″ Wi-Fi 512GB – Rs. 89,900
iPad Air 6th Gen 11″ Wi-Fi 1TB – Rs. 1,09,900
iPad Air 6th Gen 11″ Wi-Fi + Cellular 128GB – Rs. 74,900
iPad Air 6th Gen 11″ Wi-Fi + Cellular 256GB – Rs. 84,900
iPad Air 6th Gen 11″ Wi-Fi + Cellular 512GB – Rs. 1,04,900
iPad Air 6th Gen 11″ Wi-Fi + Cellular 1TB – Rs. 1,24,900
iPad Air 6th Gen 13″ Wi-Fi 128GB – Rs. 79,900
iPad Air 6th Gen 13″ Wi-Fi 256GB – Rs. 89,900
iPad Air 6th Gen 13″ Wi-Fi 512GB – Rs. 1,09,900
iPad Air 6th Gen 13″ Wi-Fi 1TB – Rs. 1,29,900
iPad Air 6th Gen 13″ Wi-Fi + Cellular 128GB – Rs. 94,900
iPad Air 6th Gen 13″ Wi-Fi + Cellular 256GB – Rs. 1,04,900
iPad Air 6th Gen 13″ Wi-Fi + Cellular 512GB – Rs. 1,24,900
iPad Air 6th Gen 13″ Wi-Fi + Cellular 1TB – Rs. 1,44,900
Magic Keyboard for 11″ iPad Air – Rs. 29,900
Magic Keyboard for 13″ iPad Air – Rs. 33,900
Smart Folio for 11″ iPad Air – Rs. 8500
Smart Folio for 13″ iPad Air – Rs. 10,900
Pad Air with M2 is now available to order on apple.com/store, and in the Apple Store app in 29 countries and regions, including India. It will be available through Apple Store locations and Apple Authorized Resellers, starting Wednesday, May 15.
Apple new iPad Pro comes in two sizes 13-inch model and a compact 11-inch model. The new iPad Pro boasts an incredibly thin and lightweight design. The 11-inch model measures just 5.3 mm thin, while the 13-inch model is even slimmer at 5.1 mm. Both models feature enclosures made from 100 percent recycled aluminum.Featuring Ultra Retina XDR technology, the new iPad Pro delivers exceptional brightness with up to 1000 nits for standard content and an impressive 1600 nits for HDR content. For professionals working with color-sensitive tasks, the new iPad Pro offers a nano-texture glass option, minimizing glare while maintaining image quality.
The iPad Pro runs on the M4 chip, boasting second-gen 3-nanometer tech for better efficiency. With up to four performance cores and six efficiency cores, it offers 1.5x faster CPU performance than its predecessor. Its 10-core GPU, featuring Dynamic Caching and hardware-accelerated mesh shading, boosts rendering app performance.
On the camera front, the updated system offers enhanced versatility, with a 12MP back camera capable of capturing vibrant images and video. The TrueDepth 12MP Ultra Wide front camera, now in landscape orientation, improves the video conferencing experience. Connectivity options include a high-performance USB-C connector with Thunderbolt 3 and USB 4 support, offering fast wired connectivity. The iPad Pro also supports Wi-Fi 6E and cellular models with 5G for on-the-go productivity.
new Apple Pencil Pro with advanced features like a squeeze sensor, gyroscope, and customizable tool palette, as well as Find My support. Additionally, there’s an all-new Magic Keyboard that’s thinner and lighter than before, with a function row and a larger trackpad, and a built-in USB-C connector for charging. The Smart Folio now supports multiple viewing angles. iPadOS 17 brings a host of new features, including Reference Mode for precise color matching and Stage Manager for working with multiple windows, alongside updates to apps like Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro.
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch and 13-inch (2024)
- 11″ and 13″ Tandem OLED display 264 PPI, 1000 nits HBM, 120Hz refresh rate, True Tone support, P3 wide color gamut, Anti-reflective coating
- Apple M4 chip with 10-core CPU, 3nm technology
- 8GB/ 16GB RAM
- 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB storage options
- 12MP wide rear camera with LiDAR scanner, supports ProRes video recording up to 4K at 30fps and slow-motion video recording at 1080p up to 240fps
- 12MP landscape front camera, Centre Stage
- Quad speakers and microphones
- 5G (optional), Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, USB Type-C port for charging (20W) with Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 support. Supports Face ID for biometric authentication.
- Nano-texture display glass option on 1TB and 2TB models
ProMotion technology - Supports Apple Pencil pro USB-C and magic keyboard
- 20W USB-C Power Adapter; USB-C Charge Cable
- iPadOS 17
iPad Pro (2024) is available in silver and space black colors, with pricing as follows:
iPad Pro 11-inch (Wi-Fi)
256GB – Rs. 99,900
512GB – Rs. 1,19,900
1TB (standard glass) – Rs. 1,59,900
1TB (nano texture glass) – Rs. 1,69,900
2TB (standard glass) – Rs. 1,99,900
2TB (nano texture glass) – Rs. 2,09,900
iPad Pro 11-inch (Wi-Fi + Cellular)
256GB – Rs. 1,19,900
512GB – Rs. 1,39,900
1TB (standard glass) – Rs. 1,79,900
1TB (nano texture glass) – Rs. 1,89,900
2TB (standard glass) – Rs. 2,19,900
2TB (nano texture glass) – Rs. 2,29,900
iPad Pro 13-inch (Wi-Fi)
256GB – Rs. 1,29,900
512GB – Rs. 1,49,900
1TB (standard glass) – Rs. 1,89,900
1TB (nano texture glass) – Rs. 1,99,900
2TB (standard glass) – Rs. 2,29,900
2TB (nano texture glass) – Rs. 2,39,900
iPad Pro 13-inch (Wi-Fi + Cellular)
256GB – Rs. 1,49,900
512GB – Rs. 1,69,900
1TB (standard glass) – Rs. 2,09,900
1TB (nano texture glass) – Rs. 2,19,900
2TB (standard glass) – Rs. 2,49,900
2TB (nano texture glass) – Rs. 2,59,900
iPad Pro with M4 is now available to order on apple.com/store, and in the Apple Store app in 29 countries and regions, including India.It will be available through Apple Store locations and Apple Authorized Resellers, starting Wednesday, May 15.