Apple Postpones Entry-Level iPad Update to Late 2025

The delay is attributed to the integration of Apple Intelligence, which requires more advanced chipsets than currently available for the budget model.

Apple's entry-level iPad, last updated in October 2022, will not receive a refresh until late 2025, according to reports.
The update delay is linked to the need for Apple Intelligence support, which demands a more powerful chipset than the current A14.
Apple Intelligence is expected to be integrated into nearly all Apple devices with screens by 2026.
The iPad mini was recently updated with the A17 Pro chip, but the base iPad will need at least an A17 Pro or A18 chip for AI capabilities.
Apple's decision to skip this year's refresh aligns with its strategy to emphasize Apple Intelligence across its product lineup.