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Apple iPad Air 3rd Gen (10.5 inch, 2019)

Apple iPad Air 3rd Gen (10.5 inch, 2019)
alaScore 91

62 reviews

Jan, 2025

alaTest has collected and analyzed 62 reviews of Apple iPad Air 3rd Gen (10.5 inch, 2019). The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviews about the price and design are on the whole positive. The usability and screen also get good opinions. There are some mixed views about the camera.

performance, screen, usability, design, price

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Apple iPad Air 3rd Gen (10.5 inch, 2019) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Alastair Stevenson (trustedreviews.com)

iPad Air (2019) review: A fantastic device | Trusted Reviews

 

iPad Air 2019 is arguably the best all-around iPad you can buy right now. Here's our full review and in-depth look at the tablet.

Great display;Solid performance;Long battery life;Super intuitive software

Design is beginning to look a little dated;Generation one Apple Pencil and older Lightning charge port

Aug, 2019

Expert review by : Matt Swider (techradar.com)

iPad Air 3 (2019) review

 

Apple's iPad Air has resurfaced, and while it doesn't look very exciting, it does have some horsepower underneath its dated hood.

Brilliant-looking laminated screen Cheapest Smart Keyboard iPad Fast charges via Lightning-to-USB-C

Uses the 1st Gen Apple Pencil Traditional design doesn't wow Two speakers instead of four

The iPad Air 3 (2019) has serious horsepower hidden behind its laminated screen and uses Apple’s excellent Smart Keyboard for proper 2-in-1 for productivity. Its traditional design and first-gen Apple Pencil compatibility make it look dated, but it...

Jun, 2021

Expert review by : Matthew Bolton (t3.com)

Apple iPad Air 2019 review: the top tablet for 90% of people

 

The last-gen iPad Pro is back with a new name, having lost a few features… and a few hundred pounds

Nov, 2020

Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Apple iPad Air (2019) review

 

This could be the best tablet in the whole iPad family

Excellent all-round video ; Solid, weighty audio ; Big, HDR-compatible screen

Awkward speaker placement ; Mini has higher pixel density

If you’re in the market for a tablet for movies and music on the go, there isn’t currently anything better out there

Feb, 2020

Expert review by : Cam Bunton (pocket-lint.com)

Apple iPad Air (2019) review: The best balance of features and price?

 

The 2019 model is very similar to the previous generation Pro, but now with Pencil support. Does it make more sense than buying an iPad Pro?

Powerful and speedy performance ; Battery will last a full day ; Pro features like Pencil and Smart Keyboard support are great ; IPadOS improves the experience

Additional accessories aren't cheap ; TouchID over FaceID ; No Type-C port

The latest Air is much like the iPad Pro in all but name. So if you can live without the FaceID, uniform bezels and Type-C port offered by the current Pro, then this 10.5-inch iPad is a compelling offering. Especially considering its sub-£500 price point.

Sep, 2019

Expert review by : StuffTV (stuff.tv)

Apple iPad Air (2019) review

 

The best iPad in 2019 for most punters

Gorgeous screen

Should really have four speakers

The iPad Air offers a premium tablet experience for a lot less money than the Pro

Apr, 2019

Expert review by : Creative Bloq (3dworldmag.com)

iPad Air (2019) review

 

It's not quite an iPad Pro, but it's Apple's next-in-line 'Air' to the throne.

Colourful, laminated screen ; Smart Keyboard cover compatible ; Can fast charge via USB-C

Uses older Apple Pencil ; ProMotion video absent ; Two speakers, not four

The iPad Air has been resurrected to become Apple’s most balanced digital canvas, one that doesn’t compromises on performance, yet doesn’t push the boundaries of price. It’s a brilliantly sized tablet for drawing and photo editing, thanks to its bright...

Apr, 2019

Expert review by (which.co.uk)

Apple iPad Air (2019) tablet review

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It's an old name, but the iPad Air is a brand-new tablet with a screen that's larger than that on the standard iPad. But it's more than just a big screen; this tablet boasts a more up-to-date processor and high-end screen technology that Apple hopes...

Apr, 2019

Expert review by (engadget.com)

Apple iPad Air review (2019): Just right

 

The $499 iPad Air is a notable upgrade in almost every respect over the $329 iPad. It has a bigger, better screen, more storage and support for Apple's Smart Keyboard case. Unless you're on a tight budget, it's worth the extra cash and is probably the...

Excellent display ; Strong battery life ; Snappy performance ; Support for Apple’s Smart Keyboard

Uses the goofy old Apple Pencil ; A design that’s getting rather tired ; Only two speakers

Apr, 2019

Expert review by : Sascha Segan (pcmag.com)

Apple iPad Air (2019)

 

The new iPad Air is a tablet that works best with a keyboard case as a pseduo-laptop for anyone who wants a basic PC with Apple's software elegance.

Fast performance. Slim, light design. Nice display. Works with Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard case.

Camera could be better. There are a lot of other iPad choices right now.

Apple's iPad lineup has gotten pretty granular this year, but it's relatively clear to me who each of the models is for and why.

Apr, 2019

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