Features
iPad Air
Light. Bright. Full of might.
Supercharged by the Apple M1 chip. 12MP Ultra Wide front camera with Centre Stage. Blazing-fast 5G.◊Refer to legal disclaimers. Available in five gorgeous colours.
Design and Display
All-screen design. Beauty all round.
Immerse yourself in whatever you’re reading, watching or creating. The 10.9‑inch Liquid Retina display features advanced technologies like True Tone, P3 wide colour and an anti‑reflective coating.◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
Unlock, sign in and pay with Touch ID
Performance
Fun at the speed of M1.
The breakthrough Apple M1 chip lets you work in multiple apps at the same time, create wherever you go and play top-tier games, with all-day battery life.◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
Up to 2x faster graphics and up to 60 per cent faster CPU than the previous generation
Cameras
Shoot. Scan. And take Centre Stage.
Advanced cameras, front and back. Enjoy more natural video calls with Centre Stage. Scan and mark up documents. Experience AR. And make content creation more fun by shooting and editing directly on iPad Air.
12MP Ultra Wide front camera with Centre Stage
12MP Wide back camera captures 4K video
Connectivity
Stream and share. Pretty much everywhere.
Stream movies, play multiplayer games and collaborate with colleagues with Wi-Fi 6 and 5G capabilities. Connect to drives, cameras and more with USB-C.
Ultrafast Wi-Fi 6 and 5G connections
Accessories
Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard. Everyday essentials.
Draw, take notes, and mark up documents and photos with Apple Pencil. Write anything from email to short stories with Magic Keyboard and Smart Keyboard Folio.◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
Supports Apple Pencil (2nd generation)
iPadOS and Apps
Easy to use. Endless possibilities.
Create a Quick Note in any app. Connect with friends using SharePlay. Grab text from photos with Live Text. iPadOS 15 is powerful, easy to use and designed for the versatility of iPad.
Discover a wide variety of apps in the App Store, including Microsoft Office and Swift Playgrounds◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
Why iPad
There’s nothing quite like iPad.
Easy to use
iPad lets you do everything in powerful yet simple ways on the large Multi-Touch display.
Powerful
Run apps like Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, and graphics-intensive games.◊Refer to legal disclaimers. iPad is ready for anything.
Portable
Remarkably thin and light with a durable design, fast Wi-Fi and mobile data, and all-day battery life.◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
Versatile
It’s your notepad, film studio, scanner, mobile office and canvas when you need one.
Compare
Find the right iPad for you.
ProMotion technology and True Tone
True Tone
next-generation Neural Engine
next-generation Neural Engine
next-generation Neural Engine
front camera with Centre Stage
front camera with Centre Stage
front camera with Centre Stage
Apple Pencil
(2nd generation)◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
Apple Pencil
(2nd generation)◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
Apple Pencil
(2nd generation)◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
Apple Pencil
(1st generation)◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
Apple Pencil
(2nd generation)◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
Magic Keyboard and
Smart Keyboard Folio◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
Magic Keyboard and
Smart Keyboard Folio◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
Magic Keyboard and
Smart Keyboard Folio◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
Smart Keyboard◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
Bluetooth keyboards◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
Accessories
Do even more with iPad Air.
Explore keyboards, covers, Apple Pencil, AirPods and more.◊Refer to legal disclaimers.
◊ Legal Disclaimers
Mobile and Wireless: Data plan required. 5G and 4G LTE are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/ipad/cellular.
Display: The displays have rounded corners. When measured diagonally as a rectangle, the iPad Pro 12.9-inch screen is 12.9 inches, the iPad Pro 11-inch screen is 11 inches, the iPad Air screen is 10.86 inches, and the iPad mini screen is 8.3 inches. Actual viewable area is less.
Power and Battery: Battery life varies by use and configuration. See apple.com/uk/batteries for more information.
Accessories: Accessories sold separately.
App Store: Apps are available on the App Store. Title availability is subject to change.
Capacity: Available space is less and varies due to many factors. A standard configuration uses approximately 12GB to 17GB of space, including iPadOS 15 with its latest features and Apple apps that can be deleted. Apple apps that can be deleted use about 4.5GB of space, and you can re-download them from the App Store. Storage capacity is subject to change based on software version, settings and iPad model.
Apple Arcade: Apple Arcade requires a subscription.
Apple TV: Apple TV+ requires a subscription.
FaceTime: FaceTime calling requires a FaceTime-enabled device for the caller and recipient and a Wi‑Fi connection. Availability over a mobile network depends on network provider policies ; data charges may apply.
Feature Availability: Some features may not be available in all countries or all areas. See apple.com/uk/ios/feature-availability for complete list.
Tech specs
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FAQs
- When was iPad Air 5th Generation released? Collapsed link
iPad Air 5th Generation is the latest version of iPad Air to be released. It was released on March 18, 2022.
- What are Apple iPad Air 5th Generation's specifications? Collapsed link
Apple's iPad Air 5th Generation has a 10.9-inch screen with an LED‑backlit Multi‑Touch display with IPS technology. Experience stunning visuals through it's 2360 x 1640 resolution, True Tone display, and anti-reflective coating.
The powerful Apple M1 chip makes this tablet 60% faster than its predecessor. Enjoy alongside unprecedented download and upload speeds with 5G connectivity.
The tablet has a 12MP Ultra Wide front camera that supports 1080p HD video recording at 25 FPS, 30 FPS, or 60 FPS. It also has a 12MP rear camera to capture stunning vistas, or photos of your friends or family. You can store all your memories on Apple iPad Air 5, with 64GB, and 256GB storage options. All packaged alongside improved battery capacity with the latest technology and the efficiency of the M1 chip.
It's Apple iPad Air as you know it. But better.
- Which colours does iPad Air 5th Generation come in? Collapsed link
The new iPad Air is available in five vibrant colours: Space Grey, Starlight, Pink, Purple, and Blue.
- What is iPad Air 5th Generation's screen size? Collapsed link
Apple's iPad Air 5 has a 10.9-inch screen. Perfect for browsing the web, watching videos, or playing your favourite games.
- What is the quality of Apple iPad Air 5 camera? Collapsed link
iPad Air 5 has a 12MP Ultra Wide front camera, and, a 12MP rear camera. Capture incredible quality photos and videos, or video call friends or family. It's entirely up to you.
- What is the quality of the camera? Collapsed link
Capture great-quality photographs and videos on iPad Air 5th Generation. It has a 12MP Ultra Wide front camera that's perfect for video calling and supports Centre Stage. It also has a 12MP rear camera.
- What are iPad Air 5th Generation dimensions? Collapsed link
iPad Air 5th Gen is 247.6mm x 178.5mm x 6.1mm.
- How much memory capacity does iPad Air 5 have? Collapsed link
iPad Air 5 comes in two storage options: 64GB and 256GB.
- What is iPad Air 5's battery life? Collapsed link
iPad Air 5 has a 7600 mAh Li-Ion battery which will provide you with up to 10 hours of regular usage.
- Does iPad Air 5 support 5G? Collapsed link
Yes, iPad Air 5th Generation supports 5G connectivity.
- What contracts do you have available for iPad Air 5? Collapsed link
We have many different contracts, ranging in price, available with O2. You can view all our pre-built Pay Monthly plans and deals here, or you can build your own plan. Whatever works for you.
The legal bit
Custom plans
RPI: Each year your Airtime Plan will be increased by the Retail Price Index (RPI) rate of inflation announced in February plus 3.9%. If RPI is negative, we’ll only apply the 3.9%. You’ll see this increase on your April 2024 bill onwards. Find out more at o2.co.uk/prices.
O2 Refresh custom plans: Direct purchases only. Pay the cash price for your device or spread the cost over 3 to 48 months. Like new devices excluded. The device cost will be the same whatever you choose. There may be an upfront cost. Up to 24 months, you need a monthly rolling Airtime Plan as long as you have a Device Plan. After 24 months, you can: (i) continue with the Device Plan and Airtime Plan, (ii) continue with the Device Plan and terminate the Airtime Plan, or (iii) terminate both the Airtime Plan and Device Plan (provided that you pay the remainder of your Device Plan in full). UK data only. Fair Usage policy applies. Devices subject to availability. 0% APR. Finance subject to status and credit checks. 18+. Direct Debit. Credit provided by Telefonica UK Ltd, 500 Brook Drive, Reading, RG2 6UU, UK. Telefonica UK is authorised and regulated by the FCA for consumer credit and insurance. Terms apply, see o2.co.uk/terms.
UK calls/texts to standard UK landlines and mobiles and when roaming in our Europe Zone. Fair Usage policy applies. Special and out of bundle numbers chargeable. 4G phone required to access 4G. 4G available in selected areas.
Change your airtime tariff after 30 days and then once every billing month during your minimum contract period, choosing from a selected family of tariffs. Some tariff extras are only available on the starting tariff, are not transferable, and may be lost if you change to an ineligible tariff. Devices are subject to availability.
UK data only. Fair Usage policy applies. Devices subject to availability. 0% APR. Finance subject to status and credit checks. 18+. Direct Debit. Credit provided by Telefonica UK Ltd, 500 Brook Drive, Reading, RG2 6UU, UK. Telefonica UK is authorised and regulated by the FCA for consumer credit and insurance. Terms apply, see o2.co.uk/terms.
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RPI: Each year your Airtime Plan will be increased by the Retail Price Index (RPI) rate of inflation announced in February plus 3.9%. If RPI is negative, we’ll only apply the 3.9%. You’ll see this increase on your April 2024 bill onwards. See o2.co.uk/prices.
Unlimited Data available on O2 Custom Plans on selected handsets and selected SIM Only tariffs. Fair use policy applies, personal and non-commercial usage only. If you regularly use 650GB of data per month or tether 12 or more devices we may consider this to be non permitted use and have the right to move you to a more suitable plan. EU roaming capped at 25GB per month, chargeable at £3.50 per GB afterwards. For full terms see www.o2.co.uk/terms.