The iPad Air is everything that’s wrong with Apple’s tablets

A convoluted update schedule leaves the iPad Air in a odd position.

With the surprise update of the iPad mini at the California Streaming event, Apple’s tablet lineup now has a series of strong offerings across the board, from the base model ninth-generation iPad all the way up to the 12.9-inch iPad Pro. At first glance, it seems like there’s something for everyone—but look closer, and the cracks start to show.

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