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Internal Code Leak Points to A19 Entry iPad and M4 iPad Air With Apple’s N1 Chip in Early 2026

The report is based on an early iOS 26 build, so the lineup could still change.

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Apple's next base iPad will get a massive silicon upgrade.
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Apple plans to release new iPad models in 2026, featuring faster processors and improved wireless connectivity.

Overview

  • Macworld says an internal Apple code document references a new entry-level iPad (J581, J588) running the A19 chip from iPhone 17.
  • The A19 is described as roughly 50% faster than the A16 and tied to an increase to 8GB of RAM, which would enable local Apple Intelligence features.
  • A refreshed iPad Air is listed with codenames J707, J708, J737, and J738 and is reportedly moving to the M4 processor.
  • Both devices are indicated to adopt Apple’s in‑house N1 wireless chip for Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth, with external design changes not expected.
  • The code does not reference updates for iPad Pro or iPad mini, and prior documentation pointing to an A18 in the base iPad leaves the A19 claim disputed; launch is anticipated in early 2026.