For a limited time, Amazon is offering the 7th generation Apple iPad Air M3 tablets at the lowest prices I've seen so far. The 11" model is now available for just $499, and the 13" model is down to $699, both after a $100 instant discount. These are the best prices we've seen for the 2025 model equipped with the M3 chip, making it a fantastic gift option for Mother's Day, which falls on May 11.

New 2025 Apple iPad Air M3 Tablet From $499

Apple iPad Air 11" (M3) 128GB

$599.00 save 17%
$499.00 at Amazon

Apple iPad Air 13" (M3) 128GB

$799.00 save 13%
$699.00 at Amazon

The 7th generation iPad Air, released in March, is the latest model. It's just one year newer than the 6th generation and the primary upgrade is the transition from the M2 to the more powerful M3 chip. The M3 chip offers about a 20% performance boost over its predecessor and is only about 20% slower than the iPad Pro's M4 chip. The iPad Air maintains its stunning Ultra Retina XDR display, Wi-Fi 6E, and 5G cellular connectivity. It's compatible with the Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB-C), and Magic Keyboard, transforming it into a versatile iOS hybrid laptop. Additionally, it supports Apple Intelligence.

In her review of the older 2024 model, Jacqueline Thomas described the iPad Air as "**The iPad for the rest of us**." She noted that for most users looking to play games or watch movies, the iPad Air strikes the perfect balance. While it may not match the premium feel of the iPad Pro, its beautiful display and the still-powerful M2 processor make it an excellent choice.

The 2025 iPad is also on sale and it costs $200 less

Amazon has also reduced the price of the latest 2025 11th generation Apple iPad (A16) tablet. All four color options - Blue, Yellow, Pink, and Silver - with 128GB of storage and Wi-Fi connectivity are now available for $299, following a $50 price cut. This is the best discount seen for the latest iPad since its launch earlier this year.

Silver

Apple iPad (A16) 128GB

$349.00 save 14%
$299.00 at Amazon

Blue

Apple iPad (A16) 128GB

$349.00 save 14%
$299.00 at Amazon

Pink

Apple iPad (A16) 128GB

$349.00 save 14%
$299.00 at Amazon

Yellow

Apple iPad (A16) 128GB

$349.00 save 14%
$299.00 at Amazon

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