Apple has officially launched the iPad Air (2026), bringing its latest M4 chip to the Air lineup for the first time.
The launch took place alongside the iPhone 17e, marking a major hardware refresh for Apple’s mid-range devices. The new iPad Air is offered in two screen sizes, 11-inch and 13-inch, catering to both compact users and those seeking a larger canvas for work, creativity, and entertainment.
Available in four stylish finishes, Blue, Purple, Space Grey, and Starlight, the iPad Air M4 combines performance with sophistication.
Apple iPad Air M4 launched: India price and availability
The 11-inch iPad Air M4 starts at Rs 64,900 for the 128GB Wi-Fi model, with higher storage options priced at Rs 74,900 (256GB), Rs 94,900 (512GB), and Rs 1,14,900 (1TB). Those opting for Wi-Fi + Cellular models will need to pay an extra Rs 15,000 per variant.
Meanwhile, the 13-inch iPad Air M4 begins at Rs 84,900 for the 128GB configuration, followed by Rs 94,900 (256GB), Rs 1,14,900 (512GB), and Rs 1,34,900 (1TB).
The cellular versions of these larger models come at a Rs 10,000 premium. You can pre-order the new iPad Air M4 starting on March 4 at 7.45 PM IST. The new iPad Air will be available to purchase via the Apple India online store and authorised retailers across the country.
iPad Air M4: Top specs and features
The biggest headline is the M4 processor, which Apple claims is “up to 30 percent faster than iPad Air with M3 and up to 2.3x faster than iPad Air with M1.”
The new chip also offers 50 per cent more unified memory, now at 12GB, giving the tablet plenty of headroom for iPadOS 26’s advanced multitasking and AI features.
The iPad Air (2026) also sports Apple’s in-house C1X modem, first introduced in the iPhone Air, now refined for improved cellular performance. The modem is said to be “up to 50 per cent faster while using 30 per cent less energy” compared to the one in the M3 iPad Air, extending battery life for heavy data users.
Rounding out Apple’s silicon trifecta is the new N1 wireless chip, enabling Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread connectivity. Apple says the N1 chip “brings better performance when connected to 5GHz Wi-Fi networks and improves the reliability of features like Personal Hotspot and AirDrop.”
Both models feature Liquid Retina IPS displays with 264 ppi pixel density and up to 600 nits of peak brightness, ensuring vibrant visuals whether you’re watching, designing, or gaming.
With the M4 chip’s AI smarts, cutting-edge connectivity, and sleek build, the iPad Air (2026) blurs the line between a powerful tablet and a true productivity machine.
