The latest reports suggested that a new iPad would be coming soon, but not until after Apple announced a new Mac laptop. The company just surprised everyone.

Apple Inc. rolled out a new iPad Air with a faster processor, enhancing a device that helped lift holiday sales despite an iPhone slump.

Apple appears to be on a roll announcing its new products, as the tech giant has unveiled a new iPad Air less than a year after its predecessor – the iPad Air (2024) – started shipping. This also follows its iPhone 16e announcement earlier in the year.