Apple recently officially introduced two new iPad models, with the iPad Air 2025 standing out thanks to its many improved features.
Although the standard iPad 2025 is also getting an update, Apple seems to want to focus more on this product. The company wants to focus on the iPad Air 2025 by advertising that the product is not only more powerful but also equipped with Apple Intelligence technology, something that the basic iPad does not have.
Still, despite the impressive upgrades to the iPad Air 2025, consumers may be more interested in the base iPad. While its performance hasn’t changed much since last year, one small change that makes the base iPad stand out is its price. At $499, the base iPad is still the best option for those who just need a tablet to browse the web, read books, watch movies, and play light games.
In fact, many people are so in love with the base model iPad that they’re even holding off on upgrading from the seventh-generation iPad despite the major issue: storage. The old iPad only had 32GB of internal storage, and with the proliferation of apps and software updates, users often had to delete apps to free up space. This became a major hindrance, especially when the tablet was often used to entertain children.
The simplest solution is to buy a new iPad. While the 10th-generation iPad has many improvements, such as a larger screen and a better processor, the 64GB storage capacity is really a concern for many people. Meanwhile, the 256GB version is too much for many people's needs. Meanwhile, spending money on a more expensive iPad is not really necessary.
Now, the introduction of the new 128GB iPad has changed everything. It’s a huge step forward, offering the perfect balance of storage and price. Now, users can play games, watch Netflix, and read books without worrying about running out of space on the base iPad. While the new iPad doesn’t have Apple Intelligence, many people don’t really care.
With this upgrade, the basic iPad is back in the sweet spot for budget-conscious users, and they'll definitely be happier with their decision to wait to upgrade.