iPad Sales Take a Hit as Apple Prepares for New Models

Apple’s latest iPad Mini is now available starting at $389.99 in select colors, making it one of the most affordable options in its lineup. The seventh-gen iPad Mini boasts faster Wi-Fi and USB-C speeds, support for the Apple Pencil Pro, and a newer A17 Pro processor with 8GB of RAM to support Apple Intelligence. While the base model starts at $499, those looking for discounts can snag the 128GB variant with Wi-Fi starting at $389.99. The latest iPad Air is little more than a spec bump over its predecessor, but it still offers technical upgrades and compatibility with Apple’s latest Magic Keyboard. The 11-inch model starts at $599, while the larger 13-inch variant begins at $799. Discounts can be found on both models, including the base configuration of the 11-inch Air starting at $489.99. The high-end iPad Pro continues to experience price drops, with deals available on its latest M5 chip model. The 11-inch model starts at $899, while the larger 13-inch variant begins at $1,149. Retailers are offering discounts across various configurations, including the 256GB base configuration of the 11-inch Air for $699 and the step-up model with Wi-Fi and 512GB of storage starting at $1,399.99. While there may not be the most notable deals on Apple’s latest iPad Pro models just yet, it remains to be seen how much prices will fluctuate in the coming weeks as new inventory arrives.