Apple's New iPads Launch for Mother's Day

Mother's Day falls on Saturday, May 11, giving you plenty of time to order and receive gifts before the weekend. What could be better than surprising mom with a brand-new iPad? Amazon currently offers significant discounts on the latest iPad models, including the 11th-gen Apple iPad (A16), 7th-gen iPad Air, and iPad Mini (A17 Pro). These represent historic lows that match or even beat Black Friday prices.

$50 Off New 2025 Apple iPad 10.9" (A16) Tablet

Apple iPad (A16) 128GB

$349.00 save 14% $299.00 at Amazon

Apple iPad (A16) 128GB

$349.00 save 14% $299.00 at Amazon

Apple iPad (A16) 128GB

$349.00 save 14% $299.00 at Amazon

Apple iPad (A16) 128GB

$349.00 save 14% $299.00 at Amazon

The standard iPad remains the best choice for most users, delivering iOS functionality and responsive performance at an accessible price point. Released March 12, 2025, this generation brings meaningful upgrades including:

• A16 processor replacing the A14
• 6GB RAM instead of 4GB
• 128GB base storage versus 64GB

Remarkably, the launch price dropped to $349 compared to $399 for the previous model. The tablet retains its 10.9" Liquid Retina display, USB-C charging, Wi-Fi 6, and camera specs. Compatibility with Magic Folio keyboards and USB-C Apple Pencil makes it equally suitable for productivity and creativity.

$100 Off the New 2025 Apple iPad Air (M3)

Amazon currently offers unprecedented prices on the 7th-gen iPad Air featuring M3 chips:

• 11" model discounted to $499 ($100 off)
• 13" model reduced to $699 ($100 off)

Apple iPad Air 11" (M3) 128GB

$599.00 save 17% $499.00 at Amazon

Apple iPad Air 13" (M3) 128GB

$799.00 save 13% $699.00 at Amazon

The March 2025 refresh primarily upgrades from M2 to M3 silicon while maintaining other premium features.

$100 off New Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro)

The current-generation iPad Mini now costs just $399 ($100 discount). Released October 2024, it delivers substantial improvements:

• A17 Pro processor
• Double the base storage
• Wi-Fi 6e support
• Faster USB-C charging
• Apple Pencil Pro compatibility

Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro) 128GB

$499.00 save 20% $399.00 at Amazon

Looking for more iPad resources?

Our comprehensive iPad buying guide helps identify the perfect model for specific needs. Students can consult our best iPad for education recommendations, while Android users may prefer exploring the top tablets of 2025.

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