There's very little new in the new iPad Air, and the new base iPad has less than expected. Despite that, both are excellent devices and exactly what they need to be.

Apple appears to be on a roll announcing its new products, as the tech giant has unveiled a new iPad Air less than a year after its predecessor – the iPad Air (2024) – started shipping. This also follows its iPhone 16e announcement earlier in the year.

Should you spend more for the Pro or kick back with the Air? Here are the most notable buying reasons for the latest duet of Apple tablets.