The iPad Air 2022 brings to you great features and performance. It can be an equal replacement for your laptop. The tablet is powered by the Apple M1 SoC, which makes this device a game-changer in the Tablet Technology Industry. It has been replaced from the previous A-series processors to the new in-house Apple M1 SoC and making it the most affordable device with M1 SoC processor. Let’s find out what’s more interesting about the Apple iPad Air (2022).

Technical Specifications of Apple iPad Air (2022)
FEATURES | DESCRIPTION |
Brand | Apple |
Model | iPad Air (2022) |
Display | 10.90-inch |
Processor | Apple M1 |
RAM | 8GB |
Storage | 64GB (base model) |
Camera | Front- 12MP
Rear- 12MP |
OS | iPadOS 15 |
Colors | Blue, Pink, Purple, Space Grey, Starlight |
Price in India | Rs. 53, 999 (Base model)
Rs. 68,400 (wi-fi & 256GB) at Flipkart |
Apple iPad Air (2022) Design and Display
Look-wise, the Apple iPad Air (2022) is quite like its predecessor, but the new iPad Air (2022) is a bit heavier. The iPad Air (2022) has an aluminum body and is 6.1mm (about 0.24 in) thick. It has a USB-C port on the bottom while the power button lies on the top with an in-built Toch ID sensor and a microphone. The function of volume rockers changes when held in landscape mode. On the cellular model, you can pop in a SIM card or use an eSIM.
Apple iPad Air (2022) Battery, Storage and Performance
- The Apple iPad Air (2022) is powered by the 8-core Apple M1 SoC. It has 64GB internal storage and 8GB RAM. The battery capacity is not yet mentioned but it claims to offer up to 10 hours of battery life for surfing the web and watching videos. It also includes a 20W USB-C power adapter and USB-C cable in the box.
- From a long period, Apple certainly has good record of offering software updates in all its devices. Apple has improved the support system for carrying out multitasking with iPadOS 15. You can view two apps simultaneously by using Split View. This isn’t a new feature but acts like a laptop. It also supports the Universal Control system i.e.; you can view the iPad screen on any other Apple devices like MacBook.
Apple iPad Air (2022)
- The Touch ID sensor on iPad Air (2022) works consistently for unlocking the iPad. It also produces quality loud sounds that can fill in a room. It works smoothly when you use it regularly for watching videos or shows, surfing the Web etc. You’ll notice good battery performance when you don’t use the iPad Air for intensive tasks but gradually slows down when you carry out any intensive task. Talking about charging, it is typically slow as it takes almost two hours to charge completely.
Apple iPad Air (2022) Camera
The 12MP front camera is good for casual photos or scanning documents. It is not suitable for any kind of Professional Photography. The front camera or selfie camera has been upgraded. It features a 12MP ultra-wide camera with the Centre Stage feature that automatically keeps the subject in the center despite any movement. This feature can provide you with a quality FaceTime experience. Overall, images and videos recorded are decent during the day rather than in the night.

Apple iPad Air (2022) Benchmarks
ANTUTU SCORES: 1,001,016
GEEKBENCH SCORES: 20,932
Apple iPad Air (2022)
The Apple iPad Air (2022) is a dynamic and upgraded model with various unique features and changes. It is powered by the capable Apple M1 SoC. It has very few technical changes in its features, especially the front camera. It is an excellent media consumption device along with multitasking and gaming. It performs incredibly well. If you are looking for good performance but, in a budget, then the Apple iPad Air (2022) is a great choice.
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