Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M3) 2025 - Product Specifications:
General Information
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Year Introduced: 2025
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Colour Options:
- Blue
- Purple
- Starlight
- Space Grey
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Capacity Options:
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Models:
- Wi-Fi Only: A3268
- Wi-Fi + Cellular: A3269
Size and Weight
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Weight (Wi-Fi Only model):
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Weight (Wi-Fi + Cellular model)
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Dimensions (both models):
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Width: 214.9 mm
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Height: 280.6 mm
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Depth: 6.1 mm
Display
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Type: Liquid Retina LED-backlit Multi-Touch with IPS technology
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Resolution: 2732 × 2048 pixels at 264 ppi
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Brightness: 600 nits
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Features: Wide colour (P3), True Tone, Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating, Fully laminated, Antireflective coating
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Apple Pencil Support: Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB-C), Apple Pencil hover
Chip and Performance
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Chipset: Apple M3
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CPU: 8-core (4 performance + 4 efficiency cores)
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GPU: 9-core with hardware-accelerated ray tracing
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Neural Engine: 16-core
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RAM: 8GB
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Media Engine: Hardware-accelerated 8K HEVC, 4K H.264, ProRes, ProRes RAW, AV1 decode
Apple Intelligence
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System Type: Personal intelligence system
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Features:
- Writing tools for enhanced productivity
- Image Wand in Notes for visual creativity
- Contextual assistance across apps
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Privacy: Built-in privacy protections ensuring data remains on-device
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Availability: Beta version with iPadOS 18, supported on iPads with M1 chip or later
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Language Support: English (Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, UK, U.S.)
Camera System
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Rear Camera:
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Resolution: 12MP Wide
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Aperture: f/1.8
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Zoom: Digital zoom up to 5x
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Features: Panorama (up to 63MP), Smart HDR 4, Burst mode, Auto image stabilisation, Sapphire crystal lens cover
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Formats: HEIF, JPEG
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Front Camera:
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Resolution: 12MP Ultra Wide (Center Stage)
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Aperture: f/2.0
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Features: Smart HDR 4, Lens correction, Retina Flash, Burst mode
Video Recording
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Rear Camera:
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4K: 24, 25, 30, 60 fps
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1080p HD: 25, 30, 60 fps
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720p HD: 30 fps
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Slow Motion: 1080p at 120 or 240 fps
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Other Features: Time-lapse with stabilisation, Cinematic stabilisation, Extended dynamic range
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Front Camera:
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1080p HD: 25, 30, 60 fps
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Other Features: Time-lapse, Cinematic stabilisation, Extended dynamic range
Audio and Speakers
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Speakers: Landscape stereo speakers
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Microphones: Dual microphones for calls, video and audio recording
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Audio Playback Formats: AAC, MP3, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos
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Spatial Audio: Supported
Connectivity
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Wi-Fi: WiFi 6E (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO
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Bluetooth: 5.3
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Cellular (Wi-Fi + Cellular Models):
- 5G (sub-6 GHz), Gigabit LTE
- eSIM only (no physical SIM card support)
- Supported Bands: Extensive list including 5G NR, FDD-LTE, TD-LTE, UMTS/HSPA
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Location Services:
- GPS/GNSS (Cellular models)
- Digital compass
- Wi-Fi
- iBeacon microlocation
Security and Authentication
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Touch ID: Top button
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Uses: Unlock iPad, Secure app data, Apple Pay purchases
Battery and Power
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Battery Type: Built-in 36.59-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer
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Charging: Via USB-C power adapter or USB-C to computer
Ports and Expansion
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USB-C Port:
- Charging
- DisplayPort
- USB 3 (up to 10 Gbps)
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External Display Support:
- One display up to 6K at 60Hz
- Native DisplayPort over USB-C
- VGA, HDMI, DVI via adapters
- AirPlay up to 4K
Operating System
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OS: iPadOS
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Features: Built-in apps, multitasking, Apple Intelligence integration
Accessibility
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Built-in accessibility features supporting the following to help you get the most out of your iPad:
- Vision
- Mobility
- Hearing and cognitive disabilities
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Features include:
- VoiceOver
- Zoom
- Magnifier
- Spoken Content
- Voice Control
- Switch Control
- AssistiveTouch
- Siri and Dictation
- Type to Siri
- Real-Time Text
- Audio Descriptions
- Subtitles and Closed Captioning
Apple iPad iPadOS Software Compatibility Chart:
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Device
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Released
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Original iPadOS
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Max iPadOS
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iPad (Gen 11)
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2025
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18
|
18
|
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iPad Mini (Gen 7)
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2024
|
18
|
18
|
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iPad Pro M4 (Gen 7)
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2024
|
17
|
18
|
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iPad Air M2 (Gen 6)
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2024
|
17
|
18
|
|
iPad Pro 12.9 (Gen 6)
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2022
|
16
|
18
|
|
iPad Pro 11 (Gen 4)
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2022
|
16
|
18
|
|
iPad (Gen 10)
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2022
|
16
|
18
|
|
iPad Air (Gen 5)
|
2022
|
15
|
18
|
|
iPad (Gen 9)
|
2021
|
15
|
18
|
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iPad mini (Gen 6)
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2021
|
15
|
18
|
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iPad Pro 12.9 (Gen 5)
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2021
|
14
|
18
|
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iPad Pro 11 (Gen 3)
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2021
|
14
|
18
|
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iPad Air (Gen 4)
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2020
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14
|
18
|
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iPad (Gen 8)
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2020
|
14
|
18
|
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iPad Pro 12.9 (Gen 4)
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2020
|
13
|
18
|
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iPad Pro 11 (Gen 2)
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2020
|
13
|
18
|
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iPad (Gen 7)
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2019
|
13
|
18
|
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iPad Air (Gen 3)
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2019
|
12
|
18
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iPad mini (Gen 5)
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2019
|
12
|
18
|
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iPad Pro 12.9 (Gen 3)
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2018
|
12
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18
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iPad Pro 11 (Gen 1)
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2018
|
12
|
18
|
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iPad (Gen 6)
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2018
|
11
|
17
|
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iPad Pro 12.9 (Gen 2)
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2017
|
10
|
17
|
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iPad Pro 10.5
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2017
|
10
|
17
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iPad (Gen 5)
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2017
|
10
|
16
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iPad Pro 9.7
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2016
|
9
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16
|
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iPad Pro 12.9 (Gen 1)
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2015
|
9
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16
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iPad mini 4
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2015
|
9
|
15
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iPad Air 2
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2014
|
8
|
15
|
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iPad mini 3
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2014
|
8
|
12
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iPad mini 2
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2013
|
7
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12
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iPad Air (Gen 1)
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2013
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7
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12
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iPad (Gen 4)
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2012
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6
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10
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iPad mini (Gen 1)
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2012
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6
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9
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iPad (Gen 3)
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2012
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5
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9
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iPad 2
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2011
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4
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9
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iPad (Gen 1)
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2010
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3
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5
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