Apple’s 2025 iPad Air Rumored To Be The Company’s First Tablet To Feature The M3, And The Possibility Of A 90Hz Display Which Could Find Its Way To Other Hardware

All of Apple’s non-high-end devices are limited to 60Hz display, with only the premium, or ‘Pro’ version getting treated to 120Hz panels, which the company refers to as ProMotion. There may be a sudden shift in the technology giant’s plans for next year because not only are the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Plus reportedly getting treated to the same LTPO OLED technology as the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, but a 90Hz panel is also said to make its way to the M3 iPad Air.

The 90Hz display could be used in an updated 24-inch iMac, along with a Studio Display

The rumor was provided by an unnamed source to the Upgrade podcast, with 9to5Mac reporting that Apple will introduce the M3 chipset to the iPad Air, plus a 90Hz screen. However, the display technology will likely be retained at LCD to save up on component costs, but it will be the first time that a non-Pro model finally offers buttery smooth scrolling and other perks to the user. Additionally, the rumor states that this technology will not be parked in one product range to increase Apple’s tablet sales, as it is also said to debut in the new 24-inch iMac and an updated Studio Display.

Looking at how the competition has been offering 90Hz, 120Hz, and 144Hz displays to the masses at various price brackets, it is surprising why it has taken Apple this long to bring this upgrade to the less expensive devices. Also, it would have been a better choice to give the 2025 iPad Air the M4 instead of the older-generation M3, but it is possible that the company has some leftover chipset…