Today's Standout Amazon Offer: Freshly Launched M3 iPad Air
Going for the latest device? Let's talk about the new iPad Air with the M3 chip, released back in March. Initially, Senior Tech Editor Jake Peterson advises against buying it, as its benefits didn't seem to justify the premium price compared to an older model. But don't you worry, things have changed!
The latest iPad Air models have taken a $100 hit, reaching their lowest levels since their release, beating those old M2 versions for a lower price. Specifically, the 11-inch version is now a wallet-friendly $499 (originally $599), and the 13-inch beauty starts at $699 (originally $799). Essentially, you can grab them for less than their M2 counterparts while receiving a newer chip and more storage.
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- 128GB, 11-inch, M3, Wi-fi: $499.00 at Amazon (was $599.00)
- 128GB, 13-inch, M3, Wi-fi: $699.00 at Amazon (was $799.00)
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Curious about the differences between the M3 and M2 chips? The M3 chip packs a punch, beating the M2 at its own game. More power equates to a longer lifespan for your device, enhanced multitasking, and overall quicker performance. While the new iPad Air sports the M3 chip, don't expect too many differences from the older M2 version.
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Additional features include a 2,360 by 1,640 pixel resolution display at 264 ppi, a 12MP Front Camera ( aptly named Center Stage) following your face around, a 12MP back camera, USB-C and Touch ID, and a battery life of up to 10 hours depending on usage. If you're into Apple's “Apple Intelligence,” you'll be right at home, and it, of course, supports the Apple Pencil and the new Magic Keyboard.
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If you already have an M2 version, perhaps it's best to stick with what you've got. However, if you're in the market for a more affordable iPad, the basic model is available for just $299 (originally $349). But if you're here for the latest and greatest, the M3 iPad Air is your best pick at this revised price.
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In case you're wondering why it's priced so attractively so soon after launch, this marks an unusually early discount for a new Apple product. A smart buy, we'd say!
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- The initial advice against buying the new iPad Air with the M3 chip, released in March, might have been premature due to its premium price compared to an older model.
- The latest iPad Air models, now priced lower than their M2 versions, are available for as low as $499 for the 11-inch version and $699 for the 13-inch version.
- The M3 chip, designed for the new iPad Air, offers more power, resulting in a longer lifespan, enhanced multitasking, and quicker performance compared to the M2 chip.
- The new iPad Air, sporting the M3 chip, shares similarities with the older M2 version but offers a newer chip and more storage at a revised price.
- The iPad Air's $100 discount, available at Amazon, is an unusually early discount for a new Apple product, making it a smart buy for those seeking the latest and greatest technology.
