Apple introduced its M2 iPad Air lineup earlier this year, and with the launch, the two slates are now the company’s second-fastest products to occupy this specific category, trailing behind the ultra-premium M4 iPad Pro models. This position alone would typically mean that the tablets would be an expensive purchase, but not when Amazon’s Black Friday 2024 sale is live because with the latest $100 price cut, you can own one of these incredibly powerful and sleek devices for just $499, provided you pick up the 11-inch version with 128GB of storage.
As for the 13-inch version, you do get increased screen real estate, but it is going to cost you, with the 128GB variant setting you back by $699 after the $100 price discount. The good news is that the online retailer is not charging a hefty premium for the Wi-Fi + Cellular versions because these start from $649. Of course, you should know by now that you will have to live without ProMotion support, which is exclusive to the M4 iPad Pro models, but the M2 chipset will ensure that you experience computing capabilities equivalent to a powerful laptop.
This Apple Silicon might be a few generations old, but it can hold its own in AAA games and help you sift through your productivity workloads. The addition of Wi-Fi 6E will ensure an uninterrupted wireless experience, with the overall configuration best suited to those who do not wish to fork over M4 iPad Pro-level money but still want something that is capable of a multitude of tasks. Best of all, there is ‘out of the box’ support for an external keyboard, mouse, and the Apple Pencil, delivering a versatile package.
The only visible downside to owning the 11-inch or 13-inch M2 iPad Air model is that the deal will likely last for today only, so if you absolutely need a ‘price to performance’ tablet that will not blow a hole in your wallet, consider one of these two as your daily driver.
