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Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
- Display: 11-inch Liquid Retina (2360 x 1640 resolution)
- Processor: Apple M4 Chip (8-core CPU, 9-core GPU)
- Memory: 12GB Unified Memory
- Storage Options: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
- AI Features: Native Apple Intelligence (16-core Neural Engine)
- Front Camera: Landscape 12MP Ultra Wide with Center Stage
- Rear Camera: 12MP Wide Camera (Smart HDR 4, 4K Video)
- Operating System: iPadOS 26
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, USB-C (USB 3)
- Security: Touch ID (Integrated into top button)
Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 Highlights
- 11-inch LCD display
- 7,606 mAh battery
- Up to 256GB storage, with 12GB RAM
- M4 processor
- 500 nits peak brightness
- 464 g weight
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| Specification | Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Apple | Samsung | Xiaomi | Samsung |
| Model | Apple iPad Air 11 (2026) | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ |
| Announced | 2026, March 02 | 2023, July 26 | 2025, September 25 | 2024, September 26 |
| Connectivity | Cellular+Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi | Mobile network: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct; Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE; USB: USB Type-C 3.2, magnetic connector | Mobile network: No cellular connectivity; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct; Bluetooth: 5.4, A2DP, LE, LHDC 5; USB: USB Type-C 3.2, accessory connector | Mobile network: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct; Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE; USB: USB Type-C 3.2, magnetic connector |
| Cameras | Rear: 12 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/3.0", 1.22μm, dual pixel PDAF Front: 12 MP, f/2.0, 122˚ (ultrawide) | Rear: 13 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF; Front: 12 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide) | Rear: 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF; Front: 32 MP, f/2.2, 19mm (ultrawide), 1/3.6", 0.61µm | Rear: 13 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide); Front: 12 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide) |
| Status | Not specified | Available. Released 2023, August 11 | Available. Released 2025, September 25 | Available. Released 2024, October 03 |
| Models | Not specified | SM-X710, SM-X716B | 25097RP43G | SM-X820, SM-X826B, SM-X820N, SM-X826N |
| SAR EU | Not specified | 0.66 W/kg (body) | Not specified | 0.80 W/kg (body) |
Design
| Specification | Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 247.6 x 178.5 x 6.1 mm (9.75 x 7.03 x 0.24 in) | 254.3 x 165.8 x 5.9 mm (10.01 x 6.53 x 0.23 in) | 251.2 x 173.4 x 5.8 mm (9.89 x 6.83 x 0.23 in) | 285.4 x 185.4 x 5.6 mm (11.24 x 7.30 x 0.22 in) |
| Weight | 464 g (Wi-Fi) / 465 g (5G) (1.02 lb) | 498 g (1.10 lb) | 485 g or 494 g (1.07 lb) | 571 g (Wi-Fi), 576 g (5G) (1.26 lb) |
| Build materials | Not specified | Glass front, aluminum frame, aluminum back | Glass front, aluminum frame, aluminum back | Glass front, aluminum frame, aluminum back |
| Additional body features | Not specified | Not specified | Stylus support (magnetic) | Not specified |
| Frame reinforcement | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Enhanced Armor Aluminum |
Display
| Specification | Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 11.0 inches, 357.6 cm2 (~80.9% screen-to-body ratio); Liquid Retina IPS LCD, 500 nits (typ) | 11.0 inches, 350.9 cm2 (~83.2% screen-to-body ratio); Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+ | 11.2 inches, 371.5 cm2 (~85.3% screen-to-body ratio); IPS LCD, 68B colors, 144Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HDR Vivid, 800 nits (peak) | 12.4 inches, 446.1 cm2 (~84.3% screen-to-body ratio); Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+ |
| Screen resolution | 1640 x 2360 pixels (~264 ppi density) | 1600 x 2560 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~274 ppi density) | 2136 x 3200 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~345 ppi density) | 1752 x 2800 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~266 ppi density) |
| Display protection | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating, Mohs level 4 | Corning Gorilla Glass | Not specified | Not specified |
| Display features | Anti-reflective coating | 120Hz, HDR10+ | 68B colors, 144Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HDR Vivid, 800 nits (peak) | 120Hz, HDR10+ |
Performance
| Specification | Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple M4 | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 9300+ (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores) | Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (2x4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M) | Octa-core (1x3.4 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.8 GHz Cortex-X4 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A720) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (9-core graphics) | Adreno 740 | Adreno 830 | Immortalis-G720 MC12 |
Memory & Storage
| Specification | Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB, 12GB | 8GB, 12GB, 16GB | 12GB |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| Storage technology | Not specified | UFS | UFS 3.1 - 128GB only UFS 4.1 | UFS |
| Expandable storage | Not specified | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | No | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | Not specified | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM |
Cameras
| Specification | Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear camera features | HDR | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Front camera features | HDR | HDR | HDR | HDR |
| Rear camera | Not specified | 13 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF | 13 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) |
| Front camera | Not specified | 12 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide) | 32 MP, f/2.2, 19mm (ultrawide), 1/3.6", 0.61µm | 12 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide) |
| Rear camera video | Not specified | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Front camera video | Not specified | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery | Li-Po 7606 mAh (28.93 Wh) | Li-Po 8400 mAh | 9200 mAh | Li-Po 10090 mAh |
| Charging | Not specified | 45W wired | 67W wired, PD3.0, QC3+ 22.5W reverse wired | 45W wired |
Software
| Specification | Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating system | iPadOS 26.3, upgradable to iPadOS 26.6 | Android 13, up to 4 major OS updates, One UI 6 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
Network
| Specification | Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIM | eSIM (cellular model only); no SIM on Wi-Fi-only models | Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only) | No | Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only) |
| Network | Not specified | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | No cellular connectivity | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | Not specified | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | Not applicable | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | Not specified | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | Not applicable | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | Not specified | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 | Not specified | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 |
| 5G bands | Not specified | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 | Not specified | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 |
| Speed | Not specified | HSPA, LTE, 5G - cellular model only | Not specified | HSPA, LTE, 5G - cellular model only |
| GPRS | Not specified | Not specified | Not applicable | Not specified |
| EDGE | Not specified | Not specified | Not applicable | Not specified |
| Additional network details | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave |
Connectivity
| Specification | Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NFC | No | No | No | No |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE, LHDC 5 | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 dual-band, hotspot | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS (5G model only) | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS | No | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO - cellular model only |
| Radio | No | No | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 Gen2, DisplayPort, magnetic connector | USB Type-C 3.2, magnetic connector | USB Type-C 3.2, accessory connector | USB Type-C 3.2, magnetic connector |
| Infrared port | Not specified | Not specified | Yes | Not specified |
Durability
| Specification | Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water resistance | Not specified | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) | Not specified | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
Features
| Specification | Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (top-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Construction | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Memory card slot | No | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Rear video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Front video | 1080p@25/30/60fps; gyro-EIS | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Mobile network | Wi-Fi models: no cellular network; cellular models: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Stylus support | Yes | 2.8ms latency (Bluetooth integration, accelerometer, gyro) | Not specified | 2.8ms latency (Bluetooth integration, accelerometer, gyro) |
| Colors | Not specified | Beige, Graphite | Pine Green, Blue, Gray | Moonstone Gray, Platinum Silver |
| Additional features | Not specified | Wireless Samsung DeX (desktop experience support) | Not specified | Wireless Samsung DeX (desktop experience support) |
Audio
| Specification | Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 mm headphone jack | No | No | No | No |
| Loudspeakers | Not specified | Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers) | Yes, with stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos (4 speakers) | Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers) |
| Audio features | Not specified | Not specified | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res & Hi-Res Wireless audio | Not specified |
Tests
| Specification | Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loudspeaker | Not specified | Not specified | -22.7 LUFS (Excellent) | Not specified |
| Battery | Not specified | Not specified | Active use score 13:39h | Not specified |
EU label
| Specification | Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Class G |
| Battery | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | 73:44h endurance, 2000 cycles |
| Free fall | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Class E |
| Repairability | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Class C |
Specs
Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 specifications
General
| Brand | Apple |
|---|---|
| Model | Apple iPad Air 11 (2026) |
| Announced | 2026, March 02 |
| Connectivity | Cellular+Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi |
| Cameras | Rear: 12 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/3.0", 1.22μm, dual pixel PDAF Front: 12 MP, f/2.0, 122˚ (ultrawide) |
Design
| Dimensions | 247.6 x 178.5 x 6.1 mm (9.75 x 7.03 x 0.24 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 464 g (Wi-Fi) / 465 g (5G) (1.02 lb) |
Display
| Display | 11.0 inches, 357.6 cm2 (~80.9% screen-to-body ratio); Liquid Retina IPS LCD, 500 nits (typ) |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1640 x 2360 pixels (~264 ppi density) |
| Display protection | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating, Mohs level 4 |
| Display features | Anti-reflective coating |
Performance
| Processor | Apple M4 |
|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (9-core graphics) |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 12GB |
|---|---|
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB |
Cameras
| Rear camera features | HDR |
|---|---|
| Front camera features | HDR |
Battery & Charging
| Battery | Li-Po 7606 mAh (28.93 Wh) |
|---|
Software
| Operating system | iPadOS 26.3, upgradable to iPadOS 26.6 |
|---|
Network
| SIM | eSIM (cellular model only); no SIM on Wi-Fi-only models |
|---|
Connectivity
| NFC | No |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 dual-band, hotspot |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS (5G model only) |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 Gen2, DisplayPort, magnetic connector |
Features
| Sensors | Fingerprint (top-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer |
|---|
Audio
| 3.5 mm headphone jack | No |
|---|
Technical specifications
| Construction | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame |
|---|---|
| Memory card slot | No |
| Rear video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS |
| Front video | 1080p@25/30/60fps; gyro-EIS |
| Mobile network | Wi-Fi models: no cellular network; cellular models: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Stylus support | Yes |
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Historical prices for Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 in Kenya
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- KSh 100,000
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- KSh 100,00017 Oct
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- KSh 101,00012 Oct
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