Less than a year after updating it with the M2 chip and introducing a larger-screen option, Apple gave the iPad Air another hardware refresh with a power bump. To boost its already formidable productivity chops, Apple also treated the iPad Air to a new, more affordably priced Magic Keyboard with a dedicated function row.

Keyboards: The iPad Pro M4 supports the Magic Keyboard, which provides a premium typing experience with a floating design and backlit keys. The iPad Air M3 and iPad 11 are compatible with more basic keyboard cases, suitable for casual typing and light productivity.

As for the stylus experience, the iPad A16 supports the basic Apple Pencil USB-C, while the iPad Air M3 can be used with both the Pencil USB-C and Apple Pencil Pro. Here are the differences: