Subtle Yet Significant: The 2025 iPad Updates You Shouldn't Overlook

Summary

In 2025, Apple released minor updates to both the iPad Air and the base iPad. The new iPad Air retains its visual design from the previous year but now features the A16 processor and double the starting storage at 128GB. The base iPad, also visually unchanged, has an updated version of the 10th generation model and notably lacks support for Apple Intelligence, a new AI service.

Key Points:

• iPad Air:

  • A16 processor (first used in iPhone 14 Pro)
  • Starting storage increased to 128GB
  • Visually indistinguishable from the previous model

• Base iPad:

  • Updated version of the 10th generation
  • No support for Apple Intelligence
  • A13 processor (same as the previous model)

Market Context:

• The base iPad is targeted at users who don't need advanced features, such as students and budget-conscious buyers.
• Apple has strategically aimed these updates at large-scale purchasers like educational institutions, focusing on reliability, performance, and price rather than cutting-edge technology.
• Despite the minor changes, both devices are expected to sell well due to their strong alignment with user needs and market demands.