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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 8289 reviews

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98%would recommend to a friend

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Customers commend the 10.9-Inch iPad Air for its impressive overall performance, portability, and speed, largely attributed to the M1 chip. The screen quality and battery life also receive positive feedback, along with the sleek design and appealing color options. However, some customers express concerns regarding the storage capacity, heat dissipation, and connectivity.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing product! The M1 chip makes a huge difference allowing for apps and productivity to be smooth. Definitely a must have for anyone trying to be more productive or entretainment.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portability, Screen quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great upgrade

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I updated from the ipad 10th gen to this 5th gen air, and it is definitely an upgrade. It is lightweight and full screen. The unlock is by finger print on the top right button which is pretty neat.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for Gift

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I gave it as a gift to my father as a replacement for laptop I am very satisfied. In particular, it is very portable and light weight so you can take it anywhere at any time. he like it very much

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good Laptop Replacement

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great tablet for everyday use like email, games, watching movies etc. The picture & sound is pretty great. It was a replacement for an old, outdated MacBook Pro laptop I had. My computer use/needs have lessened and this has been a great replacement for a decent price. I did get the pencil as well and it’s been a fun accessory to play with on some free pencil apps. It also makes it easy to maneuver around your screens (without your finger) to hit those tiny X boxes in ads. And I actually type faster with the pencil on the “on-screen” keyboard. It would have been nice if they kept the same “lightening” cable to USB charger. But you can work around that. I’m sure it has even more capabilities than what I’m using so far.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Well worth the money. I purchased this iPad for work. It’s been amazing and I couldn’t be happier. It’s really fast and the screen resolution is top notch.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Portability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best product ever!!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I really love Apple product!! This tab is really good and easy to use and smooth. Love this product!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth every penny.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I upgraded from an iPad Pro 12.9 2nd generation that I had since 2017. The device was working perfectly but the processor was starting to show its limitations and this device would probably not get iOS 18 when it comes out later this year. Best Buy had this iPad Air on sale for $399 and I got $160 back in trade for my device. Amazing deal and the Air 5th generation is no slouch. M1 still performs amazingly and really there is no need to get the M2 Air unless you needed the M2. Great device and Best Buy has had some amazing deals lately. Thank you.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best ipad for the buck

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The best bang for your buck with the m1 chip. Its basically a pro 11 without the specs in paper. But the feel is the same. The only thjng you may miss is the face unlock

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Screen quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    iPad Air 5th Generation

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    iPad is well built and a big upgrade from my generation one. Much faster and screen is crystal clear. Company size affords for great mobility and when in case helps with protection.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen quality, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love this iPad!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a replacement for my old device and I am so glad I went with this item. It is more than I expected and is faster, bigger screen, easy to transfer contents from my old device. I am very pleased!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Storage capacity

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Satisfied

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I went in store to buy this for my birthday, and it has held up great. I mainly use it to play games that I don’t want to take up space in my phone but also for watching TikTok when my phone is charging lol. The only bad part of the experience was I originally wanted the one with more storage. I looked online and even called ahead and they said they had it (I live about 2 hours from my nearest Best Buy) but they didn’t have it in stock when I got there. The man that helped me was very nice and said he didn’t think I’d run out of storage for all the games I wanted to put on there…. Well sir I’m sorry to say you were wrong. Otherwise I’m completely satisfied. Thank you

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Screen quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    iPad Air generation 5

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A very good iPad i recommend anyone to get it. It works fast & has a clear screen.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect IPad

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love this iPad. I bought it for school and it works amazingly. It is more affordable than a pro but I wouldn’t know the difference, it works so well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    iPad Air 5th gen

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Grant price for what it is. Thought it was gonna be some older less appealing iPad but it’s not at all! Slim and sleek looking and works very well. No complaints from me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My wife bought this for her business and let me tell you, she uses it daily. It holds a charge for hours on end. Connects perfectly to AirPods and her pencil. Doesn’t lag by any means either.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great purchase and covers all my needs

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great value, funcional, easy to,use and light weight. I have stopped using my computer and basically use only my ipad. Photos are fantastic and it is very easy to organize, listen to audiobooks and watch movies.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect iPad

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not too small or too heavy. It combines perforance and portability into one unit. I love the Magic Keyboard case even though it is a pricey item. I also paired it with the second generation Pencil and they all work well together.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing iPad

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I recently purchased the Apple iPad Air from Best Buy, and I couldn't be happier with my decision. The battery life of the iPad Air is impressive. I can use it throughout the day for work and entertainment without worrying about running out of power. When I do need to recharge, the USB-C port ensures faster charging, saving me valuable time. I also enjoy the fingerprint scanner and the ease of use with its placement. I had originally purchased the iPad in blue but was disappointed with the fact that the 2nd gen Apple Pencil wasn’t compatible and I don’t like the idea of having to use an adapter for the new charging port. Best Buy staff was more than amazing in the return process and thoroughly explained which ones to get if I wanted to use the pencil.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great battery life

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Thing thing is a BEAST when it comes to battery life and performance. I can draw on Procreate for hours with plenty of battery life left.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great iPad

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Super fast iPad highly recommend for anyone considering!

    I would recommend this to a friend