Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 Wi-Fi + Cellular 128GB – Purple

Product description

Short Product Description

Experience powerful performance and portability with the Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular 128GB in Purple. Powered by Apple's M4 chip and featuring a stunning Liquid Retina display, this iPad Air is ideal for productivity, studying, entertainment, digital creativity, and multitasking. With 5G cellular connectivity, Wi-Fi 7, a 12MP Center Stage front camera, and support for Apple Pencil Pro and Magic Keyboard, it delivers versatile performance wherever you go.

Full Product Description

Discover a powerful combination of performance, portability, and versatility with the Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 Wi-Fi + Cellular. Finished in an elegant Purple colour, this 2026 iPad Air is designed for students, professionals, creators, and everyday users who need a capable tablet for work and entertainment.

Powerful Apple M4 Chip

The Apple M4 chip delivers responsive performance for multitasking, productivity applications, photo editing, video editing, gaming, and demanding creative workflows. Its 8-core CPU, 9-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine support efficient processing, advanced graphics, and compatible Apple Intelligence features.

11-inch Liquid Retina Display

Enjoy clear text, detailed images, and vibrant colours on the 11-inch-class Liquid Retina display. With a resolution of 2360 × 1640 pixels, P3 wide colour, True Tone, an antireflective coating, and 500 nits of brightness, the display is suitable for reading, streaming, browsing, drawing, and working on documents.

Wi-Fi + Cellular Connectivity

Stay connected at home, in the office, or on the move. The integrated cellular modem supports 5G and Gigabit LTE in compatible markets and networks, while Wi-Fi 7 provides fast wireless connectivity with compatible routers. Cellular data service requires a compatible carrier and a separate data plan.

SIM information: This model uses eSIM and does not have a physical SIM card tray. Confirm that your preferred network supports iPad eSIM activation.

Advanced Cameras for Calls and Content

The 12MP landscape-oriented Center Stage front camera helps keep you centred during compatible video calls. The rear 12MP Wide camera captures photos and records 4K video, making the iPad useful for document scanning, video recording, online meetings, and everyday photography.

Apple Intelligence and iPadOS

Use compatible Apple Intelligence features to help with writing, image-related tasks, and everyday productivity. Multitasking features in iPadOS make it easier to work across apps, organise documents, and manage your daily tasks. Feature availability depends on language, region, software version, and supported apps.

Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard Support

Expand your workflow with Apple Pencil Pro or Apple Pencil (USB-C), both supported by this iPad Air generation. Pair it with a compatible Magic Keyboard for iPad Air to create a convenient setup for typing, note-taking, studying, and productivity.

Portable Design with All-Day Battery Performance

At approximately 465g, the Wi-Fi + Cellular model is easy to carry between classes, meetings, and travel. Apple rates the battery for up to 10 hours of web browsing on Wi-Fi or video playback, although actual battery life varies with usage, settings, and network conditions.

Key Features

• Apple M4 chip with 8-core CPU and 9-core GPU.
• 11-inch-class Liquid Retina IPS display.
• 2360 × 1640 resolution at 264 pixels per inch.
• 12GB unified memory.
• 128GB internal storage.
• Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.
• 5G and Gigabit LTE cellular connectivity.
• eSIM support; no physical SIM tray.
• 12MP rear Wide camera with 4K video recording.
• 12MP landscape-oriented Center Stage front camera.
• Apple Intelligence support.
• Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C) compatibility.
• Magic Keyboard for iPad Air compatibility.
• Touch ID integrated into the top button.
• USB-C connectivity.
• Landscape stereo speakers.
• Purple finish.
• Up to 10 hours of battery life under Apple's stated test conditions.

Specification

General

Product: Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M4)

Release Year: 2026

Brand: Apple

Product Type: Tablet

Colour: Purple

Connectivity Variant: Wi-Fi + Cellular

Storage Capacity: 128GB

Operating System: iPadOS

Security: Touch ID fingerprint sensor

Processor and Performance

Chipset: Apple M4

CPU: 8-core CPU

CPU Configuration: 3 performance cores and 5 efficiency cores

GPU: 9-core GPU

Neural Engine: 16-core Neural Engine

Memory Bandwidth: 120GB/s

Unified Memory: 12GB

Hardware-Accelerated Ray Tracing: Supported

Media Engine: Hardware-accelerated H.264, HEVC, ProRes and ProRes RAW

AV1 Video Decode: Supported

Display

Display Type: Liquid Retina LED-backlit IPS Multi-Touch display

Screen Class: 11-inch

Actual Viewable Diagonal: 10.86 inches

Resolution: 2360 × 1640 pixels

Pixel Density: 264ppi

Brightness: 500 nits

Colour: Wide colour (P3)

True Tone: Supported

Antireflective Coating: Yes

Fully Laminated Display: Yes

Fingerprint-Resistant Oleophobic Coating: Yes

Apple Pencil Hover: Supported

Storage

Internal Storage: 128GB

Expandable Storage: Not supported through a memory card

Cloud Storage: iCloud support

Rear Camera

Camera: 12MP Wide

Aperture: ƒ/1.8

Digital Zoom: Up to 5x

Autofocus: Focus Pixels autofocus

HDR: Smart HDR 4

Panorama: Up to 63MP

Video Recording: 4K at 24, 25, 30 or 60fps

Slow-Motion Video: 1080p at 120fps or 240fps

Image Formats: HEIF and JPEG

Front Camera

Camera: 12MP Center Stage

Orientation: Landscape edge

Aperture: ƒ/2.0

Video Recording: 1080p at 25, 30 or 60fps

Features: Center Stage, Smart HDR 4, Retina Flash with True Tone, and automatic image stabilisation

Connectivity

Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2×2 MIMO

Bluetooth: Bluetooth 6

Cellular Network: 5G Sub-6GHz and Gigabit LTE, subject to regional support

SIM Type: eSIM

Physical SIM Slot: No

GPS/GNSS: Supported on Wi-Fi + Cellular models

USB Port: USB-C

Wireless Networking Chip: Apple N1

Cellular Modem: Apple C1X

Audio

Speakers: Landscape stereo speakers

Microphones: Dual microphones

Spatial Audio: Supported with compatible content and accessories

Battery and Charging

Battery Life: Up to 10 hours of web browsing on Wi-Fi or video playback

Charging Port: USB-C

Power Adapter: 20W USB-C power adapter included in Apple's referenced package; verify regional packaging

Actual Battery Life: Varies with settings, usage, and network conditions

Physical Specifications

Height: 247.6mm

Width: 178.5mm

Depth: 6.1mm

Weight: Approximately 465g

Finish: Purple aluminium enclosure

Sensors

Touch ID

Three-axis gyroscope

Accelerometer

Barometer

Ambient light sensor

Compatible Accessories

Apple Pencil Pro: Supported

Apple Pencil (USB-C): Supported

Magic Keyboard for iPad Air: Compatible with the appropriate 11-inch generation

External Display: Supported through USB-C with compatible displays

What's in the Box

• Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 Wi-Fi + Cellular 128GB – Purple
• USB-C Charge Cable (1 metre)
• 20W USB-C Power Adapter, subject to regional package confirmation
• Documentation