to take quality photos and 4K video as well as
scan documents and benefit from immersive
AR experiences. Granted, few people buy an
iPad for its camera, but it’s a welcome addition
and makes the device even more versatile and
attractive for everyday users looking for an
alternative to a laptop or a companion to their
iPhone. At $599, it’s hard to resist this device.
Apple is on a mission to transition its entire
product fleet over to 5G, and as well as
introducing the new iPhone SE with 5G, the new
iPad Air supports Ultra-Fast 5G and Advanced
Connectivity for the first time. The optional
cellular upgrade to the iPad Air allows users
to enjoy faster wireless connectivity on the
go, with Apple claiming it’s possible to reach
speeds of 3.5Gbps in good conditions. The
iPad Air uses eSIM and offers Wi-Fi 6 support,
giving users more flexibility whether they’re
FaceTiming friends, accessing work files on the
go, or watching a movie over SharePlay. Apple’s
bolstered connectivity on the device across
the board: as well as 5G, the USB-C charging
port is now up to 2x faster than the previous
generation, offering data transfer at up to
10Gbps. The port, which is more versatile than
Lighting, connects the iPad Air to endless USB-C
accessories, from cameras and external storage
to displays, making it a viable alternative to a
laptop for work on the go.
THE FEATURES YOU LOVE, REFINED
Though there’s no doubting that this year’s iPad
Air refresh was a more subdued affair, the truth
is that the previous generation was such a leap
forward that even marginal changes would
have been welcomed. Indeed, the iPad Air has