Is the M4 iPad Air worth it over the M2 model?

If you keep many apps open or edit video, the M4 and 12 GB of RAM are a clear step up. For browsing and streaming, an older Air still does the job.

How does it compare with the iPad Pro?

The Air gives you the same M-series speed class and 5G, but the Pro has a better display and ProMotion. The Air costs less and weighs about the same.

Only if you often work away from Wi-Fi. The 5G model costs noticeably more than the Wi-Fi version, and you also pay for a data plan.

No. The tablet ships with a USB-C cable only; keyboards and the Apple Pencil are sold separately.

512 GB suits people who store photos, offline video and large apps. Light users can save money with a smaller capacity.

iPad Air prices tend to dip during back-to-school and Black Friday sales. Check the price history before buying.

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3 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Abt Electronics, Verizon.

At Best Buy, for $1,199.00, as of our latest check.

$1,199.00at Best BuyVerified

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