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Here's where you can preorder Apple's latest iPad Air and iPad Pro
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At long last, Apple's newest iPad Pro and iPad Air are finally,
officially real. Preorders opened May 7th, with the former tablet
starting at $999 and the latter at $599. Both models come in 11- and
13-inch sizes and are set to arrive in stores on Wednesday, May 15th.
One of the most notable changes in the Pro models is the switch from
LCD-based displays to OLED, which could be the killer feature for
creatives. But there's a lot more to like, such as the new M4 chip
that is said to offer 50 percent faster CPU performance than the prior
model's M2 chip, plus a new 10-core GPU that supports mesh shading and
ray tracing. The new iPad Pro also gets a slight camera shakeup, as it
now only features two rear cameras (it ditches the ultra-wide from the
previous model, but there's an improved adaptive flash). There's also
a repositioned front-facing camera that now sits centered along the
horizontal edge, which allows for less awkward video calls.
The new iPad Air, meanwhile, now comes in two sizes, both with Apple's
M2 processor. The new models support the Apple Pencil hover feature
that was once exclusive to the M2 iPad Pro, and both include Wi-Fi 6E
support. Neither size features an OLED screen, but you still get a
vibrant Liquid Retina XDR display, and the 13-inch model has improved
stereo speakers (in landscape orientation) that supposedly "double the
bass" of the 11-inch model. You can read our iPad Pro vs. iPad Air
breakdown for more granular details about how they differ.
As for accessories, both tablets support the new Apple Pencil Pro,
which builds on the second-gen magnetic version with built-in Find My,
a squeeze gesture with haptic feedback, and a gyroscope sensor. The
new iPad Pros have a refreshed Magic Keyboard to match, now with a
dedicated function row and a bigger trackpad with haptic feedback.
(Those going for the iPad Air can use them with the original Magic
Keyboards that are still available for older iPad Pro models.)
### Where to preorder the new iPad Air
The newest iPad Air will be available in an 11-inch configuration and
a second 13-inch configuration that makes it easier for fans of the
bigger display size to have it without paying the premiums for an iPad
Pro.
Right now, you can preorder the 11-inch iPad Air directly from Apple
and at Best Buy, Amazon, and B&H Photo. It starts at $599 for the base
model with Wi-Fi and 128GB of storage, though you can also jump to
256GB for $699, 512GB for $899, or 1TB for $1,099. You can get the
11-inch Air with 5G starting at $749 for a 128GB model, $849 for
256GB, $1,049 for 512GB, and $1,249 for 1TB. You can get the unlocked
cellular model from Apple, Best Buy, and B&H Photo.
The 13-inch iPad Air is also available for preorder from Apple,
Amazon, Best Buy, and B&H Photo and starts at $799 for a 128GB / Wi-Fi
model. If you need more storage, you can get it with 256GB for $899,
512GB for $1,099, and 1TB for $1,299. The 5G-equipped model,
meanwhile, starts at $949 for 128GB, $1,049 for 256GB, $1,249 for
512GB, and $1,449 for 1TB. You'll find it at the same crop of
retailers: Apple, Amazon, Best Buy, and B&H Photo.
Both sizes are available in blue, purple, starlight, and space gray.
Apple and Best Buy are accepting trade-ins of older models that you
can apply instantly to your order. Amazon and B&H Photo also let you
trade devices in, but you'll have to wait until the inspection process
concludes before receiving credit.
### Where to preorder the new iPad Pro
Like the latest Air, the new iPad Pro comes in 11-inch and 13-inch
sizes. The 11-inch iPad Pro in its base 256GB / Wi-Fi configuration is
available from Apple, Amazon, Best Buy, and B&H Photo starting at
$999. You can also get it in 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB configurations for
$1,199, $1,599, and $1,999, respectively. The 5G model is available at
the same retailers: Apple, Amazon, Best Buy, and B&H Photo. It starts
at $1,199 for 256GB, $1,399 for 512GB, $1,799 for 1TB, and $2,199 for
2TB.
The 13-inch iPad Pro is the same device, only bigger. It's available
for preorder via Apple, Amazon, Best Buy, and B&H Photo starting at
$1,299 for a 256GB / Wi-Fi model, $1,499 for 512GB, $1,899 for 1TB,
and $2,299 for 2TB. If you want to add 5G connectivity, those
respective prices are $1,499, $1,699, $2,099, and $2,499 at Apple,
Amazon, Best Buy, and B&H Photo.
Both sizes are available in silver or space gray. You can trade in
older models for an instant credit at Apple and Best Buy, and you can
also trade devices in at Amazon and B&H Photo if you don't mind
waiting for an inspection.
It's worth noting that the 2024 iPad Pro also comes with the option to
add nano-textured glass at checkout, but only if you're buying a 1TB
or 2TB model. For a $100 premium, the upgraded glass is said to reduce
screen reflectivity and scatter ambient light without a big impact on
overall contrast and image quality, making it easier to do creative
work in brighter conditions.
Potential performance upgrades are another reason you might want to
consider going for a 1TB or higher iPad Pro. In addition to the usual
RAM upgrade (you'll get 16GB of RAM in a 1TB or 2TB model compared to
8GB in lesser storage configurations), you'll also get a 10-core M4
chipset, whereas lower storage tiers come with a nine-core version.
### iPad Air and iPad Pro carrier offers
If you're after an iPad Air or iPad Pro with 5G, it might make more
sense to buy one from your preferred carrier. Right now, we're seeing
stock for both sizes of each at Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. Below is
a quick primer on some of the trade and financing offers you can take
advantage of.
#### Verizon
At Verizon, you can get up to $180 off the iPad Pro and iPad Air when
trading in devices toward your purchase. You can also save $279.99 on
either model if you purchase it with a 5G iPhone. As for financing,
the 11-inch iPad Pro starts at $33.33 per month for 36 months, while
the 13-inch model starts at $41.66 over the same term. The 11-inch and
13-inch iPad Airs start at $20.83 per month and $26.36 per month,
respectively.
#### AT&T
AT&T is offering $100 off the iPad Air and iPad Pro when you buy it in
installments on a new line. You can also get an extra $110 off an
11-inch iPad Air (issued as monthly bill credits) if you purchase it
with an iPhone 15 on a 4GB line. With the base deal, 36-month
financing for the 11-inch iPad Air starts at $18.06 a month, and the
13-inch Air starts at $23.62 a month. The 11-inch iPad Pro, meanwhile,
starts at $30.56 a month, while the 13-inch iPad Pro starts at $38.89
a month.
#### T-Mobile
T-Mobile is taking $230 off the iPad Air and iPad Pro issued as bill
credits over 24 months when you add a new tablet line with 5GB of data
or higher. Financing at T-Mobile can vary based on your pre-qualifying
check (which doesn't affect your credit score) and may require a
substantial partial payment upfront depending on your results. With
the promo, we're seeing offers starting as low as $20.41 per month for
24 months for the 11-inch and 13-inch Airs, as well as the 11-inch and
13-inch Pros.
_ **Correction, May 8th:** An earlier version of this article
misstated the camera features on the new iPad Pro. The new model has
one fewer rear camera; its rear cameras have not been improved._
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