According to renowned Bloomberg insider Mark Gurman, Apple may unveil a new base-model iPad (11th generation) as early as the next few days. This prediction stems from dwindling stocks of the current iPad 10 and iPad Air in Apple stores—a classic sign of an impending product launch, as noted by MacRumors.

Connection to the MacBook Air Reveal

It was previously anticipated that Apple would showcase new iPads alongside the MacBook Air featuring the M4 chip. However, Gurman suggests the tablet updates will come slightly later, though still imminent. Meanwhile, the M4-powered MacBook Air could debut as soon as this week.

What Changes Can We Expect from the New iPads?

While the design of the base iPad is likely to remain unchanged, the real upgrades are expected under the hood. Rumors suggest:

  • The iPad Air 6 might feature an M3 or even an M4 chip.
  • The iPad 11 (base model) could come equipped with an A16 Bionic or A17 Pro chip.

Don’t expect an iPad Pro refresh anytime soon—Apple is likely postponing it until the M5 chip is ready. As for the iPad mini, its relatively recent update makes a new version unlikely for now.

When Will the Announcement Happen?

If Gurman’s forecasts hold true, Apple could roll out the new iPads in early March. Given the shrinking inventory of current models, this timeline makes sense. The only question is whether Apple will opt for a full-fledged presentation or simply issue a press release.