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The latest iPad reviews, news, and user guides — all in one place. Apple’s iconic tablet comes in many different forms and iterations, from the iPad Air to the iPad Pro, and Digital Trends offers all of the in-depth coverage you need to know.

Three 2021 iPads are stacked on a table.

Apple has quietly killed its cheapest iPad

It's official: Apple has retired one of its cheapest and most popular iPad models. May it rest in peace.
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Apple updated two of its biggest iPad apps, and they look amazing

An official photo of the 2024 iPad Air.

Apple’s new iPad Air is official, with a lot of big upgrades

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Apple overhauled its two best iPad accessories. Here’s what’s new

The yellow iPad (2022) lying face-down on a green bush.

Apple just did something amazing to the iPad

Official photo of the 2024 iPad Pro.

The new iPad Pro is here, and it looks absolutely ridiculous

Apple introducing the new M4 chip.

Apple did the unthinkable with the new M4 chip

iPad Pro 2020 Screen.

Best iPad deals: Save on iPad Air, iPad Pro, iPad Mini

iPad Air 5 back in hand.

How to watch Apple’s big iPad event on May 7

iPad Air 5 seen from the back and held in hand.

Apple’s new iPad Air could be in trouble

Front face of Samsung Galaxy Tab S8.

Best tablet deals: iPad, Samsung Galaxy Tab, Fire, and more

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Assassin’s Creed Mirage comes to iPhones and iPads this June

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The 4 biggest announcements we expect from Apple’s May 7 event

Apple's May 7 event is right around the corner. What are we expecting from the (very likely) iPad-centric event? Here's a preview of what you need to know.
The iPad 10.2 is great for reading.

Stop! Don’t buy this iPad at Best Buy today

The Wi-Fi, 64GB model of the ninth-generation Apple iPad is pretty cheap from Best Buy, but you can get it for an even lower price if you buy it from Walmart.
Apple iPad Pro 11 with Apple Magic Keyboard.

Apple has backed itself into a corner

The iPad Pro is about to get an M4 chip, but that means all kinds of weirdness could affect upcoming Macs, with release schedules being thrown into disarray.
The "iPad Pro" logo on the back of the iPad Pro (2022).

No, we weren’t expecting this with the revamped iPad Pro

Apple is all set to reveal refreshed iPads on May 7, but news has just dropped about the iPad Pro that will surprise many.
Apple MacBook Air M1 open, on a table.

Best Apple deals: Save on AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, MacBook

For those who are looking for Apple deals, check out the discounts that we've found on various models of the AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, MacBook, and more.
Disney+ app on the iPad Air 5.

The best tablets in 2024: top 11 tablets you can buy now

Here are our picks for the best tablets in every category, so you can find the right one to fit your needs.
A person holding the iPad Air 4.

Apple is about to do the unthinkable to its iPads

Since its release in 2010, the iPad has been missing one critical yet extremely basic feature. Now, it looks like that's finally changing in 2024.
The backs of Apple's iPad Air and iPad Pro, with the tablets place on a table.

The best iPads in 2024: the 5 best ones you should buy

You've decided you want to buy an iPad, but do you know which is the iPad for you? We run through the best iPads available right now in different categories.
Official artwork for Apple event in May 2024.

We finally know when Apple will announce its 2024 iPads

Next month, Apple will lift the covers from its next-gen slates. The iPad Pro could get an OLED display upgrade, while the mid-tier Air line will expand.
Several iPads on a table together.

The most common iPad problems and how to fix them

The Apple iPad is powerful, but it can still run into glitches or issues. Here's our troubleshooting guide on the most common problems and how to fix them.
Call of Duty: Mobile on the iPad (2022).

This iPad just got a rare discount — save $100 at Best Buy

We haven't seen a discount on an iPad 10.9-inch in a while, but that changes today with $100 off at Best Buy right now.
The iPad Pro (2022) sitting in the Magic Keyboard.

Apple accidentally revealed a big iPad Pro display upgrade

Apple has inadvertantly confirmed major changes coming to the 2024 iPad Pro models, which are expected to launch in May this year.
The MacBook Air on a white table.

The biggest threat to the MacBook this year might come from Apple itself

The iPad Pro is in line for some major updates this year, which makes me wonder: Will it finally be able to truly challenge the MacBook? The answer may be yes.
A YouTube video playing on the iPad (2022).

Two popular iPad models just got pretty steep price cuts — from $250

The ninth-generation Apple iPad and 10th-generation Apple iPad are both available with discounts from Best Buy. If you want a cheap iPad, check out these deals.
Two iPad Pro tablets next to each other against a black background. Both have Apple's Magic Keyboard case.

The 6 best tablets for watching movies in 2024

The best tablets for watching movies give you large screens with vibrant displays, yet are portable enough to fit in a backpack. Here's a look at our favorites.
The iPad on a tablet displaying web content.

Hurry! This iPad just crashed back to its Black Friday price

The Wi-Fi, 64GB model of the 2021 Apple iPad, which features a 10.2-inch Retina display, is available from Best Buy for its Black Friday 2023 price of $250.
Someone holding an iPad Air against a wooden floor.

Apple’s new iPad Pro and iPad Air just got delayed

Apple is reportedly eyeing an early May launch for its new iPad Pro and Air models. It is adding a new size, fresh accessories, and the M3 silicon into the mix.
The Apple Pencil attaches to the iPad mini magnetically.

Buying an iPad Mini today? You need to know about this deal

The Apple iPad Mini 2021, the latest model in this line of tablets, is on sale from Best Buy. The Wi-Fi, 64GB version is down to $400 after a $100 discount.
WWDC 2024 banner.

Apple just announced the dates for WWDC 2024

Apple has just confirmed the dates of WWDC 2024. Here's when the next Worldwide Developers Conference is taking place.
The backs of Apple's iPad Air and iPad Pro, with the tablets place on a table.

You may have to wait a while longer for new iPads

You might be waiting even longer for a new iPad Air or iPad Pro. Though once rumored to get a March release date, the new iPads might not be here until April.
Multiview on YouTube TV on an iPad.

YouTube TV just got even better on iPhones and iPads

You can now watch up to four shows at once in multivew with YouTube TV on iPhone and iPad. Just try not to burn out on all the cable news .
The iPad Pro on a desk next to a stylus and AirPods.

Get 32% off the cellular model of the iPad Pro 12.9 this weekend

This model of the 2021 Apple iPad Pro with a 12.9-inch screen and cellular capabilities is down to just $810 from Amazon's Woot, for massive savings of $389.

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