This. Apple and their fans have done a masterful job of fomenting FOMO (fear of missing out). What I find interesting is that many of the same people who suffer from FOMO also look for how to "future-proof" (as if that was an actual thing) their purchases. Those two things contradict each other.If you need one and don’t stress over not having the newest and best, then sure. Still a great tablet and will be for years to come. But if you’re the type who will look at your year old model with disgust and embarrassment, just wait a little longer or get the Pro.
What I find interesting is that many of the same people who suffer from FOMO also look for how to "future-proof" (as if that was an actual thing) their purchases. Those two things contradict each other.
To the OP, if you have examined the Air 4 and it meets your needs then go out and buy it. It's a great device. If you can wait a few weeks or a month, wait for a sale. All iPads periodically go on sale.
And when it's on sale at Amazon, another option is to take advantage of local price match policies at places like Best Buy, Target, etc.It's on sale right now at Amazon.
64GB Wi-Fi $539
256GB Wi-Fi $639 Rose Gold, $699 others
I believe military get even better deals on the Exchange.
Doesn't sound like the Air is being refreshed this year, it's the mini's turn after it was skipped last year.I’d wait a few months for iPad Air refresh plus 2020 model will be priced lower if you go that route.
Or, as another person suggested better to consider a 2020 iPad Pro 11 256GB that I see go for ~$700 NIB. Or, 2011 M1 512GB for $800 NIB which is what I paid.
The only thing that will make a difference is if it gets 6GB RAM (and OLED for those that care). But it's not expected in 2021 so it's a long wait...Even if a spec bump comes, the A15 won’t see much improvement in day to day over the A14. And a redesign is not going to happen for years
$539 = £391, that is just incredible value for money for an Ipad Air 4. To the OP, i got one and its just fantastic to use. In conjunction with the Apple Magic Keyboard, which you can get later on, the experience is even better.It's on sale right now at Amazon.
64GB Wi-Fi $539
256GB Wi-Fi $639 Rose Gold, $699 others
I believe military get even better deals on the Exchange.
Agree. Just got the Air 4 over the pro 2020. Air 4 is all I needed I’m not the type making lots of heavy stuff but if I want the Air 4 can handle that to.I just bought one. It’s awesome. Much faster than my old 2018 Pro and the screen is identical except for 120hz refresh, which to me doesn’t matter.
I do not recommend a 2018/2020 Pro.
I also have an M1 2021 Pro, the Air 4 is awesome.