The Event 1x1 (2024)

The iPad Air moved to the , but the bigger story was the introduction of a 13-inch model alongside the traditional 11-inch version. This mirrored the MacBook Air strategy, offering users a larger canvas without the "Pro" price tag. Like the Pro, the Air also received the landscape-oriented front camera. Next-Gen Accessories: Apple Pencil Pro & Magic Keyboard

The undisputed centerpiece was the new iPad Pro. Skipping the M3 generation entirely, Apple introduced the , built on second-generation 3-nanometer technology. This jump was primarily driven by the "Tandem OLED" display—two OLED panels layered to achieve 1,000 nits of full-screen brightness. Apple branded this the Ultra Retina XDR display. The Event 1x1

Apple teased the creative potential of these chips with updates to and Logic Pro 2 , featuring "Live Multicam" and AI-driven stem splitting. To make room for the new models, the base 10th-generation iPad saw a price drop to $349, while the iPad Mini remained unchanged. Conclusion The iPad Air moved to the , but

The "Let Loose" event was less about software revolution and more about . By debuting the M4 in an iPad rather than a Mac, Apple signaled that the iPad is no longer just a companion device, but the primary vehicle for their most advanced silicon and display technology. Next-Gen Accessories: Apple Pencil Pro & Magic Keyboard

To complement the hardware, Apple refreshed its key peripherals:

The device also saw a radical physical redesign, becoming the thinnest Apple product ever made (5.1mm for the 13-inch model). By moving the front-facing camera to the landscape edge, Apple finally addressed a long-standing user complaint, optimizing the device for video calls and keyboard use. Expanding Choice: iPad Air