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See our ethics statement.Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The VergeSheena VasaniCloseSheena VasaniPosts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All by Sheena Vasani writes about tech news, reviews gadgets, and helps readers save money by highlighting deals and product recommendations for The Verge.If you want an iPad that’s more powerful than the entry-level model but less expensive than the iPad Pro, the latest iPad Air is the one to buy, and it’s down to one its best prices to date. The 11-inch Air with 128GB of storage and Wi-Fi connectivity is available at Amazon starting at $519.99 ($79 off). If you want a larger screen, the base 13-inch Air has dropped to a new low price of $699 ($100 off), also at Amazon.13-inch iPad Air M4 $700$79912% off$700$700 at Amazon (128GB, Wi-Fi)$790 at Amazon (256GB, Wi-Fi)$1019 at Amazon (512GB, Wi-Fi)11-inch iPad Air (2026)$520$59913% off$520$520 at Amazon (128GB, Wi-Fi)$610 at Amazon (256GB, Wi-Fi)$839 at Amazon (512GB, Wi-Fi)No matter which size you choose, the new iPad Air is noticeably faster than the base iPad thanks to its M4 processor and a bump up to 12GB of RAM. While it falls short of the M5-powered iPad Pros in terms of raw performance and its super-thin design, the Air is sufficient for lighter creative work and some gaming. This model also boasts Apple Intelligence and support for the latest Apple Pencil Pro.RelatedThe new Apple Studio Display could have been so much moreThe Verge’s 2026 college graduation gift guideApple also made a handful of smaller upgrades in the now-discounted iPad Air, like the N1 wireless networking chip that supports Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6. It’s also compatible with Thread, making it easier to control smart lights, locks, and other compatible smart home devices directly from your tablet. It was already a good value, and now it’s a better one at this price if you’re shopping for a new iPad.Read our M4-powered iPad Air review.Verge ShoppingSign up to get the best deals on products we’ve found and tested sent to your inbox.Email (required)Sign UpBy submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice. 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Apple's newest iPad Air is currently available with discounts of up to one hundred dollars for the first time, positioning it as a device offering superior performance compared to the entry-level iPad while avoiding the premium cost associated with the iPad Pro. The tablet boasts enhanced power due to its M4 processor and support for up to twelve gigabytes of RAM, which allows it to handle lighter creative tasks and certain gaming scenarios effectively. This enhanced capability is complemented by the inclusion of Apple Intelligence features and support for the Apple Pencil Pro. Specific configurations are available, such as the 11-inch Air with 128GB of storage and Wi-Fi starting at $519.99, and the larger 13-inch Air has been priced at $699, representing a ten dollar discount. For the 13-inch model utilizing the M4 chip, pricing options vary depending on storage and connectivity, with options available for 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB of storage across Wi-Fi configurations. Furthermore, the device incorporates further technological upgrades, including the N1 wireless networking chip which supports Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6, and compatibility with Thread, which facilitates streamlined control over smart home devices.