iPad Air (4th generation)

An 8-core CPU delivers up to 60 percent faster performance than the previous generation, making iPad Air a creative and mobile gaming powerhouse. Multitask smoothly between powerful apps, play graphics-intensive games, or make a hit with Logic Pro for iPad.

Software. The fourth generation iPad shipped with iOS 6.1. It can act as a hotspot, meaning that it can share its internet connection over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or USB. It can also access the App Store, where users can buy and install applications for their device.

iPad Air features a 100 percent recycled aluminum enclosure, 100 percent recycled tin in the solder of the main logic board, and 100 percent recycled rare earth elements in the enclosure and audio magnets.

The iPad Air is 100g lighter It's less than 7.5mm thick and weighs under just 469g. That's a good millimetre and change thinner, and more than 100g lighter than the iPad 4. Just as important, it's significantly less wide and less tall than the last one. This makes the iPad Air much more portable and much more compact.

You should choose the iPad Air for college if: You're looking for an all-in-one iPad that's strong enough to replace your laptop as your primary device. You plan to take intensive notes and prefer the convenience of the Apple Pencil 2.

iPad Air (2022): Best high-power option We think the iPad Air, last updated in March 2022, with its 10.9-inch display, modern design, low weight (461g), great cameras, and hugely powerful processor, is a great choice for students.

The Apple iPad 4 is compatible with 4G, excellent for super fast downloads ensuring stutter free video streaming and quick web browsing. You'll get images as crisp as those on the iPad 3 from the 5-megapixel camera. The improved FaceTime camera means video calls are less grainy.

IPads offer a range of functionalities, letting users browse the internet, read e-books, watch videos, play games, and create and edit documents. User-friendly interface. IPads are known for their intuitive user interface, making them user-friendly for people of all ages.

iPads are presently made in China. You have 14 days to return your iPad if you would rather buy something else.

iOS All iPad Air models run the iOS, but not all devices are compatible with the current version of the iOS, iOS 15 (iPadOS).

iPad (2021 and 2022) vs. iPad Air (2022): Specs compared

There's a reason for this of course – the Air has a lot more muscle than the iPad, thanks to that M1 chip, compared to the iPad's older A14 processor. That's not to say that the standard iPad is a sluggish weakling – far from it – but if you want the extra power, you'll have to pay out for the Air.

IPad advantages IPads are lightweight and compact, making them highly portable and easy to carry. Versatility. IPads offer a range of functionalities, letting users browse the internet, read e-books, watch videos, play games, and create and edit documents.

iPad makes editing, enjoying, and sharing your photos and videos easy. Capture the perfect shot and make it your own with a suite of powerful built‑in or third‑party editing apps. And use Final Cut Pro for iPad to shoot, edit, finish, and deliver professional videos anywhere you are.

We highly recommend the iPad Air for students who need premium performance and the best iPad you can buy without the Pro name.