Apple plans new iPad Air, base iPad and iPad Pro releases in early 2025

Apple is slated to expand its iPad lineup with three new models in the first half of 2025, according to Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman. The upcoming iPad Air is expected to receive an OLED screen while retaining a 60 Hz refresh rate and Touch ID, and may be powered by an M5 processor. Pricing for the base 11-inch version could fall between $799 and $899.

The entry-level iPad is projected to be updated for the first time since early 2025, adding an A19 chip, 8 GB of RAM and the N1 chip with a C1X modem to support Apple Intelligence features. No major design changes are anticipated, though new color options may be introduced.

For the iPad Pro, Apple is rumored to incorporate a vapor-chamber cooling system, similar to that used in the iPhone 17 Pro, and to equip the device with a next-generation M6 or possibly M7 chip. The 11-inch model currently starts at $1,199 and the 13-inch model at $1,499.

"These upgrades bring significant performance and efficiency gains for users," Gurman said.

The reports suggest Apple is focusing on display technology and processor upgrades across its tablet range while keeping pricing and design largely consistent with previous generations.