Apple's latest update to the entry-level iPad doesn't add much, sits in a strange spot in the lineup, and is not powerful to join the company's Apple Intelligence push.

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros ・Affordable ・Bright screen ・High-quality design and workmanship ・Strong performance ・Fast 5G and WLAN ・Impressive battery life Cons ・No Apple Intelligence ・Glossy display ・Heavier and thicker than iPad Pro and Air ・Low USB-C data transfer rate ・Limited keyboard support ・No Stage Manager Our Verdict Apple’s

The base iPad for 2025 has little to set it apart from the 2022 model, but a new processor gives it just enough of a boost to remain Apple's best tablet for most people.