Apple Reportedly Plans Three Ipad Releases in Early 2027

WHO:

9to5Mac - Apple is reportedly preparing new iPad Air, base iPad, and iPad Pro models, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.

MacRumors - Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported that Apple plans new iPad Air, iPad Pro, and entry-level iPad models.

Engadget - Apple may unveil three new iPad models, following the iPad mini launch.

WHAT:

9to5Mac - The iPad Air is reportedly set to gain an OLED display, likely retain a 60Hz refresh rate and Touch ID, and may move from the M4 to the M5 chip. The article estimates a base 11-inch model could cost around $799–$899.

MacRumors - The next iPad Air is expected to feature an OLED display; an M5 chip is presumed.

9to5Mac - The base iPad is expected to receive an A19 chip and 8GB of RAM, enabling Apple Intelligence support. It may also add Apple’s N1 chip and C1X modem for improved networking. No screen or design upgrades are expected based on current information, though new color options are possible.

MacRumors - Previously rumored features for the entry-level iPad 12 include an A19 chip, an N1 chip with Wi-Fi 7 support, and Apple’s power-efficient C1X modem in cellular models.

9to5Mac - The next iPad Pro is expected to add a vapor chamber and a new chipset, likely M6 or potentially M7. The article says current starting prices are $1,199 for the 11-inch model and $1,499 for the 13-inch model.

MacRumors - The next iPad Pro is expected to use a vapor chamber system to dissipate heat and improve sustained performance; an M6 chip is presumed.

9to5Mac - Apple introduced a vapor chamber in the iPhone 17 Pro.

9to5Mac - The base iPad’s previous update was in early 2025; the iPad Air has not had a major refresh since 2020.

WHERE:

9to5Mac - The quoted potential base iPad Air price applies to the 11-inch model; the iPad Pro models cited are 11 inches and 13 inches.

WHEN:

9to5Mac - The three iPad models are reported to be in Apple’s pipeline for the first half of next year.

MacRumors - Apple plans to release the models in the first half of 2027.

9to5Mac - The article says around three years will have passed since the iPad Pro’s last major revamp by the time Apple introduces an M6 model.

WHY:

9to5Mac - The A19 chip and 8GB of RAM are expected to enable Apple Intelligence on the base iPad.

MacRumors - The iPad Pro vapor chamber is intended to dissipate heat and improve sustained performance.

HOW:

9to5Mac - The iPad Pro is expected to use a vapor chamber, a cooling approach Apple had introduced in the iPhone 17 Pro.

MacRumors - The entry-level iPad’s N1 chip is associated with Wi-Fi 7 support, while the C1X modem is described as power-efficient and intended for cellular models.

(UPDATED November 2, 2026 11:59 UTC)

Apple is reportedly preparing new iPad Air, entry-level iPad, and iPad Pro models for 2027. The Air may gain OLED, while the entry-level iPad could support Apple Intelligence. The Pro may add vapor-chamber cooling, improving sustained performance with its next chip.