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iPad Air M2 (2024): What's in the box?

By Aleksandar Anastasov

Updated: May 22, 2024, 7:36 AM

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The new iPad Air is here! Actually, it's more accurate to say the new iPads, as this year we got not only an 11-inch iPad Air but also a larger 13-inch iPad Air too. This is undoubtedly a big change for Apple's mid-range tablet, so does it also come with a different unboxing experience?

11-inch iPad Air M2: Up to $555 off with trade-in at Apple

The powerful 11-inch M2 iPad Air sells at its standard price at Apple.com. However, you can trade in an eligible device to save a maximum of $555 on the high-end 11-inch slate.

$555 off (93%) Trade-in

$44

$599

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Get 13-inch iPad Air M2 at Apple at up to $555 with trade-in

The 13-inch iPad Air with an M2 chip is also available at the official Apple store at a fantastic max discount of $555. To get it, you must provide an eligible trade-in in good condition.

$555 off (69%) Trade-in

$244

$799

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Get the 11-inch iPad Air M2 at Amazon for 17% off

If you don't have a suitable trade-in, choose Amazon as your trusted retailer. Over here, you can buy the iPad Air M2 with an 11-inch display for $100 off its usual price in select colors. Don't miss out.

$101 off (17%)

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13-inch iPad Air M2 (Starlight, 128GB): Save $100

For the first time, Apple has also released a 13-inch iPad Air M2 model. This one gives you more screen real estate to play with, and it's $100 off, just like the smaller model. Get yours in Starlight and save.

$100 off (13%)

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What’s in the box of the M2 iPad Air (2024)?

The 11" iPad Air with M2/ 13" iPad Air with M2
USB‑C Charge Cable (1 meter)
20W USB‑C Power Adapter (except for the EU and UK)

Yes, you read that right. Apple has decided to not ship the new iPad Airs with a charger for the UK and EU. Thankfully, buyers from the US will get a 20W USB‑C Power Adapter inside the box. Also, as you'd expect, the 13" Air comes in a bigger box.

What’s NOT in the box of the M2 iPad Air (2024)?

Screen protector
A fast charger
A case
Apple's Magic Keyboard
Apple's Magic Pencil

Apple does not included anything more than a charging cable and a charger (at least in the US) with its tablets. The new M2 iPad Air now supports Apple's first ever Apple Pencil Pro, but, of course, it's not included.

Does the iPad Air M2 (2024) work with the iPad Air M1 (2022) charging brick?

In short: it does, so you don't need to buy one in advance.

Tablet batteries have a lot more capacity than the ones found in phones though, so a 20W charger (which is what Apple includes in the box) can feel a little weak and therefore slow to charge with. If you happen to have a faster USB-C charger, a 30W one for example, it will be able to charge the iPad Air (2024) noticeably faster.

Additionally, if you have a faster charger for your MacBook it will not only be compatible with your iPad Pro, but it will also charge it considerably more quickly.

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Aleksandar is a tech enthusiast with a broad range of interests, from smartphones to space exploration. His curiosity extends to hands-on DIY experiments with his gadgets, and he enjoys switching between different brands to experience the latest innovations. Prior to joining PhoneArena, Aleksandar worked on the Google Art Project, digitizing valuable artworks and gaining diverse perspectives on technology. When he's not immersed in tech, Aleksandar is an outdoorsman who enjoys mountain hikes, wildlife photography, and nature conservation. His interests also extend to martial arts, running, and snowboarding, reflecting his dynamic approach to life and technology.