Best iPad preorders: where to buy Apple's new 2024 iPad Pro and iPad Air tablets

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Here's where you can buy both of Apple's latest tablets, including preorder deals and trade-in offers

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Apple unveiled its latest iPad Pro and iPad Air models at the company's recent launch event, and both are now open for preorder. Below, I've compiled where you can purchase these new tablets, along with the top preorder offers available for the brand-new iPad Pro M4 and iPad Air M2, along with some amazing trade-in deals.

The newly announced iPad Pro (2024) comes in either 11-inch or 13-inch sizes, offering storage options up to a massive 2TB, with prices starting at $999 / £999 AU$1,699. While this is $200 more than the base price of the previous generation, the new model features the M4 chip, an impressive tandem OLED display, and doubles the standard storage to 256GB.  - so you're getting a lot more for the $200 price hike.

Meanwhile, the new iPad Air 6 is also available in 11-inch and 13-inch models, with storage starting at 128GB. Prices begin at $599 / £599 / AUS$999 or the 11-inch version and $799 / £799 / AUS$1,299 for the 13-inch – matching the pricing of the previous generation. However, this latest iPad Air boasts the M2 chip, providing up to 50% faster performance compared to its previous M1-chipped predecessor.

Both devices are currently open for orders via your favorite retailers and are scheduled to ship on May 15, 2024. Presently, they are available directly from Apple and on Amazon in the US.

Other retailers are expected to begin preorders soon, so keep checking back for the latest availability updates.

iPad Pro and iPad Air preorders in the US

Apple Store: preorders live – save up to $580 with trade-in

Apple Store: preorders live – save up to $580 with trade-in
Of course, the official Apple Store is among the initial outlets to launch preorders for the latest iPad Pro and iPad Air. Both models are currently available, with the Air starting at $599 and the Pro at $999. Shipping is slated to commence next week, ensuring delivery by May 15.

💰 Trade-in:  Healthy discount of up to $580 on either of the new tablets

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B&H Photo: preorders on iPad Pro and Air

B&H Photo: preorders on iPad Pro and Air
B&H Photo has confirmed that preorders for the new iPad Pro and iPad Air are now available.

💰 B&H has each model in every colorway and spec ready to be shipped on May 15th.

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Amazon: Pro and Air available now from $599 Look out for a discount: In the past, Amazon has offered a $100 discount on new iPads at launch. If this discount applies again this time, you'll pay the lowest price at shipping, even if you order today.

Amazon: Pro and Air available now from $599
Amazon has updated its dedicated iPad lineup page to include the newest Pro and Air models. Preorders are now open for both the 11-inch and 13-inch versions of the iPad Pro and iPad Air, with delivery scheduled for May 15.

👀 Look out for a discount: In the past, Amazon has offered a $100 discount on new iPads at launch. If this discount applies again this time, you'll pay the lowest price at shipping, even if you order today.

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Best Buy: from $289 with trade-in, $50 off iPad Pro for My Best Buy members

Best Buy: from $289 with trade-in, $50 off iPad Pro for My Best Buy members
Best Buy is currently accepting preorders for both the new iPad Pro and iPad Air. True to my expectations, they're offering an impressive trade-in deal for the iPad Air, providing a discount of up to $310 when you trade in an eligible device. For the iPad Pro, prices begin at $399 with an eligible trade-in. Additionally, My Best Buy members can enjoy an exclusive $50 savings on all models, marking the only pre-launch discount I've come across thus far.

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iPad Pro and iPad Air preorders in the UK

Apple Store: preorders live – save up to £615 with trade-in

Apple Store: preorders live – save up to £615 with trade-in
In the UK, you can now place preorders for the new iPad Pro and iPad Air through the official Apple Store. Preorders for both models are available, starting at £599 for the Air and £999 for the Pro, with delivery expected on May 15.

💰 Trade-in:  Can save up to £615 off either of the new tablets. That's likely one of the highest trade-in discounts we'll see.

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Amazon: check the latest availability

Amazon: check the latest availability
Amazon's comprehensive iPad lineup page is set to feature the new models soon. We're hopeful it might include a slight discount on the new iPad Air and Pro.

👀 Look out for a discount: Amazon is known to offer small discounts in the UK on new iPads as an incentive to upgrade.

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Currys: Live preorders

Currys: Live preorders
The new iPad Pro and iPad Air are now in stock at Currys. As anticipated, these devices are being sold at full price, but there's a nice bonus included with your purchase: up to three months of Apple Music, Apple TV Plus, Apple Arcade, and Apple Fitness Plus for free. This is a great add-on to enjoy alongside your new tablet for streaming, music, or gaming.

💌 Best extras: Get the iPad Pro or iPad Air from Currys with three months of Apple Music, Apple TV Plus, Apple Arcade, and Apple Fitness Plus for free.

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iPad Pro and iPad Air preorders in Australia

Apple Store: preorders live – save up to AU$825 with trade-in

Apple Store: preorders live – save up to AU$825 with trade-in
If you're in Australia, you can now preorder the new iPad Pro and iPad Air from the official Apple Store, starting at AU$999 for the Air and AU$1,699 for the Pro. Shipping is slated to commence on May 15th 

💰 Trade-in: if you have an existing device you can trade in, you could save up to AU$825 on your new purchase.

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Amazon AU: check the latest availability

Amazon AU: check the latest availability
Amazon Australia has already set up a massive store page with all the new iPads listed, although each one is shown as currently unavailable. We think that those models will become available to buy from May 15. 

✅Typically the best place to shop for an Apple device as you could find it for the best price, even brand-new releases.

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JB Hi-Fi:

JB Hi-Fi: preorders open
Popular Aussie retailer JB Hi-Fi kicked off its preorder campaign for the new iPad range, with shipping also commencing on May 15. 

💰 Trade-in: JB Hi-Fi has its own trade-in program that could see you save a little money. You can get a quote in-store or online.

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