Apple's Surprising Move: Entry-Level iPad Skips AI While iPhone SE Bids Adieu

Apple has launched two new iPads, the M3 iPad Air and A16 base iPad, with a notable omission of Apple Intelligence support for the entry-level model. This decision contrasts sharply with the company's recent focus on integrating AI features across its product line, including the iPhone 16e and updated Macs. The article questions why the budget-friendly iPad can exist without AI capabilities while the iPhone SE was discontinued in favor of a more expensive AI-supported model, the iPhone 16e. The author suggests that retaining the iPhone SE at a lower price point could have been a viable strategy to cater to budget-conscious consumers. This move by Apple has sparked confusion about the company's product strategy and its commitment to making AI accessible across different price points.