The iPad Air 6th generation, released in 2024, is Apple’s latest mid-tier tablet, featuring significant upgrades including the powerful M2 chip. It comes in two sizes for the first time: 11 inches and 13 inches, offering enhanced performance and versatility for both work and entertainment.
Here’s a detailed table with the specifications and prices for the iPad Air 6th generation in the UK and USA:
| Feature/Specification | UK | USA |
|---|
| Processor | Apple M2 chip | Apple M2 chip |
| Display | 11-inch Liquid Retina (2388 x 1668), 13-inch Liquid Retina (2732 x 2048) | 11-inch Liquid Retina (2388 x 1668), 13-inch Liquid Retina (2732 x 2048) |
| Storage Options | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB |
| Rear Camera | 12MP Wide, ƒ/1.8 aperture | 12MP Wide, ƒ/1.8 aperture |
| Front Camera | 12MP Ultra Wide, 122° field of view | 12MP Ultra Wide, 122° field of view |
| Battery Life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 10 hours |
| Operating System | iPadOS 17 | iPadOS 17 |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, Optional 5G | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, Optional 5G |
| Ports | USB-C | USB-C |
| Weight | 466 grams (11-inch, Wi-Fi), 468 grams (11-inch, Wi-Fi + Cellular), 682 grams (13-inch, Wi-Fi), 684 grams (13-inch, Wi-Fi + Cellular) | 466 grams (11-inch, Wi-Fi), 468 grams (11-inch, Wi-Fi + Cellular), 682 grams (13-inch, Wi-Fi), 684 grams (13-inch, Wi-Fi + Cellular) |
| Dimensions | 247.6 x 178.5 x 6.1 mm (11-inch), 280.6 x 214.9 x 6.4 mm (13-inch) | 247.6 x 178.5 x 6.1 mm (11-inch), 280.6 x 214.9 x 6.4 mm (13-inch) |
| Colors | Space Gray, Starlight, Pink, Purple, Blue | Space Gray, Starlight, Pink, Purple, Blue |
| Starting Price | £599 (128GB, 11-inch, Wi-Fi), £799 (128GB, 13-inch, Wi-Fi) | $599 (128GB, 11-inch, Wi-Fi), $799 (128GB, 13-inch, Wi-Fi) |
| Additional Features | Touch ID, Apple Pencil (2nd generation) support, Magic Keyboard support, Landscape stereo speakers with spatial audio | Touch ID, Apple Pencil (2nd generation) support, Magic Keyboard support, Landscape stereo speakers with spatial audio |
Thea iPad Air 6th generation is designed to deliver high performance with the M2 chip, making it suitable for demanding tasks like video editing and gaming, while also being lightweight and portable
