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Last updated: October 13, 2026

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Apple iPad Air 11 (2025)
8.4
Apple iPad Air 11 (2025)
Apple · iOS iPadOS 18.3.1 · 11"
Compass Verdict

A highly portable tablet, praised for its strong performance and sturdy design, yet considered expensive.

Pros
+ Sturdy aluminum design
+ Solid battery life
+ M3-powered performance
+ Vivid display
+ Quality stereo sound
Cons
− No Face ID
− Expensive peripherals
− 60Hz display only
− No IP rating
− Slow charging
Apple iPad Air 13 (2025)
8.4
Apple iPad Air 13 (2025)
Apple · iOS iPadOS 18.3.1 · 13"
Compass Verdict

An affordable tablet with impressive performance, but offers minimal upgrades.

Pros
+ Strong performance
+ Reliable battery life
+ Quality build
+ Supports Apple Pencil
+ Laptop-like Magic Keyboard
Cons
− No Face ID
− Still 60Hz display
− Pricey accessories
− No major upgrades
− Slightly heavy design
Apple iPad Mini (2024)
8.1
Apple iPad Mini (2024)
Apple · iOS iPadOS 18 · 8.3"
Compass Verdict

A powerful, portable device for those who value compactness and efficiency in a tablet.

Pros
+ Powerful chip
+ Compact size
+ Colorful display
+ Apple Pencil support
+ Solid build quality
Cons
− High price
− 60Hz refresh rate
− No Face ID
− No keyboard support
− eSIM only
Apple iPad (2025)
8.0
Apple iPad (2025)
Apple · iOS iPadOS 18.3.1 · 11"
Compass Verdict

Offering more storage and a lower price than the previous model, this device provides solid value for everyday tasks.

Pros
+ Lower price than previous model
+ Greater base storage (128GB)
+ Fast A16 chip
+ Lightweight and portable
+ Touch ID for security
Cons
− No Apple Intelligence support
− Reflective, non-laminated display
− Slow 60Hz refresh rate
− Limited camera features
− No physical SIM support
Apple iPad Pro 13 (2024)
8.6
Flagship Apple iPad Pro 13 (2024)
Apple · iOS iPadOS 17.4 · 13"
Compass Verdict

The tablet offers cutting-edge display technology and impressive performance, but at a premium price, which may not suit everyone.

Pros
+ Impressive OLED screen
+ Powerful M4 chip
+ Long battery life
+ Thinner, lighter design
+ Camera repositioned for calls
Cons
− High cost
− Accessory Compatibility Issues
− Lacks ultra-wide camera
− No headphone socket
− No SIM card slot
Apple iPad Pro 11 (2024)
8.5
Premium Apple iPad Pro 11 (2024)
Apple · iOS iPadOS 17.4 · 11"
Compass Verdict

A sleek, powerful tablet with incredible display quality, but comes at a premium price.

Pros
+ Slim, lightweight design
+ Bright OLED display
+ Powerful performance
+ Excellent battery life
+ Magic Keyboard compatibility
Cons
− Expensive pricing
− Lacks ultra-wide camera
− Speaker bass limitations
− No bundled charger
− Few optimized apps
Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)
8.5
Premium Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)
Apple · iOS iPadOS 17.4 · 13"
Compass Verdict

An attractive, large-screen tablet balancing power and portability, ideal for art, media, and casual multitasking.

Pros
+ Large screen size
+ M2 chip power
+ Apple Pencil Pro support
+ Magic Keyboard compatibility
+ Landscape FaceTime camera
Cons
− No Face ID
− Lacks Pro motion display
− Limited to 60Hz refresh
− No SIM card slot
− Old Magic Keyboard comes pricey
Apple iPad Air 11 (2024)
8.4
Mid-range Apple iPad Air 11 (2024)
Apple · iOS iPadOS 17.4 · 11"
Compass Verdict

A capable tablet with strong performance and a good all-around design, suitable for various tasks.

Pros
+ Strong performance
+ Beautiful design
+ Clear sound system
+ Great battery life
+ Easy to use interface
Cons
− No Face ID
− Fingerprint scanner only
− Protruding camera
− Limited display refresh rate
− Higher cost with extras
Apple iPad Air 2
9.0
Apple iPad Air 2
Apple · iOS 8 · 9.7"
Pros
+ Reduced weight and thickness
+ Incredibly fast performance
+ Beautiful display with vibrant colors and deep blacks
Cons
− Potential issues with bending
− 16GB base model not worth the price
− No real improvement in battery life
Apple iPad Air
9.0
Apple iPad Air
Apple · iOS 7 · 9.7"
Pros
+ Fast performance
+ High-quality design
+ MIMO support
+ Beautiful display
+ Plenty of model options
Cons
− Price
− Lack of Touch ID
− Mediocre camera
Apple iPad Air (2020)
8.9
Apple iPad Air (2020)
Apple · iOS iPadOS 14 · 10.9"
Pros
+ Excellent screen
+ Supports 2nd Generation Apple Pen
+ New color options
+ Fast processor
+ USB-C type port
Cons
− Expensive with accessories added
− No FaceID
− 64GB baseline storage
Apple iPad Pro 10.5
8.8
Apple iPad Pro 10.5
Apple · iOS 10 · 10.5"
Pros
+ Great build quality
+ Stunning screen
+ Blazing performance
+ Great battery life
Cons
− No microSD support
− Price
Apple iPad Air (2022)
8.8
Mid-range Apple iPad Air (2022)
Apple · iOS iPadOS 15 · 10.9"
Compass Verdict

The Apple iPad Air for 2022 is an excellent device, and it can be ideal for casual and professional users. However, the baseline storage is not enough even for the lower price.

Pros
+ Fast performance
+ Fits existing iPad cases
+ Works with 2nd gen apple pencil
Cons
− Battery life could be better
− 64GB of space is not enough
Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021)
8.8
Flagship Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021)
Apple · iOS iPadOS 14 · 12.9"
Pros
+ Supports 5G
+ Center Stage is an excellent addition
+ Sets new records for tablet speed and performance
+ The Liquid Retina XDR display is amazing
Cons
− HDR content is the only way to appreciate the new screen tech fully
− Expensive, especially with accessories.
− iPadOS still feels a little clunky for productivity use
Apple iPad 3
8.8
Apple iPad 3
Apple · iOS 5.1 · 9.7"
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Questions & answers

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Carl · Answered

If you are pertaining to the latest generation of Apple iPad Pro 12.9, you can get one for $100 downpayment then $34.59 monthly for 64GB variant to $300 downpayment then $38.75 monthly for 512GB variant. Apple Pencil does not seem to be sold in a monthly basis. Better contact Sprint, maybe they can sell it to you together with an iPad Pro in an installment payment.

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Lhynn · Answered

Hi Bbsd,

You might want to check this Apple support forum.  Hopefully, you have back up your file this might require a full reset. Goodluck!

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204306

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Carl · Answered

Hi Susan. Check this accessory from Apple: click here Hope that's what you're looking for.

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Carl · Answered

Hi Faye. You can find Apple iPad Air manual on its page here in The Informr.

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Carl · Answered

Hi Gail. Go to Settings > General > Accessibility > Larger Type. This increases font size in apps such as Calendar, Contacts, Mail, Messages, and Notes.

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Carl · Answered

There's no default code for Apple iPad Air 2. You will have to recovery mode. Check this guide by Apple on how to do it: click here Hope that helps!

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Carl · Answered

If those are MP3 files, you can use SHAREit (link) to transfer files to another device.

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Carl · Answered

Hi Gabriel. Yes, it's ok to use Apple iPad Mini even just on Wi-Fi.

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