iPad Air (2024)

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The best midrange iPad for creatives

CNET TAKE: The newest iPad Pro has a fantastic OLED display and M4 processor inside, but we’re impressed with the value of the less-expensive iPad Air line. The M2 chip, plus support for the new Pencil Pro with its squeeze and rotational controls, makes this feel just like an iPad Pro in nearly every way except for the price. The only downside is that the still-good display lacks the extra vividness and faster screen refresh rates of the Pro line’s OLED screens. There’s also a 13-inch model Air for the first time, which is considerably less expensive than the Pro 13. (The Magic Keyboard case and Apple Pencil Pro are sold separately.)