Tue Mar 04 15:20:09 UTC 2025: ## Apple Unveils M3-Powered iPad Air with Enhanced Performance and AI Capabilities

**CHENNAI, INDIA – March 4, 2025** – Apple has launched its latest iPad Air, featuring the powerful new M3 chip, boasting significant performance improvements and integrated AI capabilities. Available in 11-inch (₹59,900) and 13-inch (₹79,900) models, the new iPad Air maintains the same starting price as its predecessors.

The M3 chip delivers a substantial performance boost, with Apple claiming speeds up to 3.5 times faster than the A14 Bionic chip in older models and nearly double the speed of the M1 chip. This translates to a 35% faster 8-core CPU and a 40% faster 9-core GPU, resulting in up to four times faster rendering compared to the M1 iPad Air. Advanced graphics technologies, including dynamic caching, mesh shading, and hardware-accelerated ray tracing, are also included.

A key feature is the integration of Apple Intelligence, the company’s AI-powered personal assistant. This includes features like the Clean Up tool in Photos for removing unwanted objects and the Image Wand in Notes for transforming sketches into illustrations. Apple Intelligence also enhances Siri’s capabilities, making it more conversational and context-aware. Furthermore, ChatGPT is integrated into Writing Tools and Siri, offering AI-generated content assistance without needing external apps.

The new iPad Air is designed for users across various needs, from content creators handling high-resolution media to gamers enjoying graphically demanding games. Its lightweight and portable design remains a key selling point, despite the significant power upgrade.

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