The Apple iPad Air M3 11″ (Wi-Fi+Cell) builds upon the Wi-Fi model by adding GPS/GNSS, 4G LTE, and 5G connectivity across 26 bands. It retains the powerful Apple M3 chip, a laminated Liquid Retina display, and access to iPadOS 26 with Apple Intelligence. Designed for users who demand performance and mobility, this model supports eSIM only (no physical SIM).
iPad Air M3 11″ (Wi-Fi+Cell): Hardware Overview
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model ID | iPad15,4 |
| Apple Model No. | A3267 (EMC 8777) |
| Order No. (Blue 128GB) | MCFW4LL/A |
| Processor | Apple M3 – 4.05 GHz, 8-core CPU, 9-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage Options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Display | 10.86″ Liquid Retina, 2360×1640, 264 ppi, P3 Wide Color, True Tone |
| Rear Camera | 12 MP Wide (4K video) |
| Front Camera | 12 MP Ultra Wide, Center Stage (1080p video) |
| Speakers | Dual stereo (landscape) |
| Microphones | Dual |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6E (2×2 MIMO), Bluetooth 5.3, USB-C (USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s) |
| Cellular Support | 4G LTE (31 bands), 5G sub-6GHz (26 bands), eSIM only |
| Navigation | GPS/GNSS |
| Biometrics | Touch ID (Top button) |
| Battery Life | 10 hours on Wi-Fi, 9 hours on cellular |
| Battery Type | 28.93 Whr Lithium Polymer |
| Apple Pencil Support | Apple Pencil Pro, USB-C Pencil |
| Keyboard Support | Magic Keyboard (new/old), Smart Keyboard Folio |
| OS at Launch | iPadOS 18.3 (22D2062) |
| Max OS Support | iPadOS 26 with Apple Intelligence |
| Housing Colors | Blue, Purple, Starlight, Space Gray |
| Dimensions (inches) | 9.74 x 7.02 x 0.24 |
| Weight | 1.01 lbs (460 g) |
| Mac/Windows Support | macOS 10.13+, Windows 10+ |
| Audio Formats | AAC, MP3, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital/Plus, Dolby Atmos |
| Video Formats | HEVC, H.264, ProRes, Dolby Vision, HDR10 |
| Included Accessories | USB-C Charge Cable (1m), 20W USB-C Power Adapter |
| Original Price (USD) | $749 (128GB), $849 (256GB), $1049 (512GB), $1249 (1TB) |
Key Differences from Wi-Fi Only Model
- Adds 5G + GPS for always-on connectivity.
- eSIM-only – no physical SIM slot included.
- Slightly reduced battery life on cellular (9 hours vs 10 hours Wi-Fi).
Use Case Highlights
- Ideal for professionals, travelers, and creatives who need online access on the go.
- With Apple M3 power, it can handle multitasking, editing, and streaming seamlessly.
- Offers better portability than the iPad Pro at a lower cost.
