It’s a common complaint from Apple consumers that creaks may be heard while holding the iPad Air because of the metal enclosure’s thin surface.
The iPad Air’s poor build quality has been reported by a number of new consumers.
The smaller back aluminium panel of the new iPad Air is causing creaking, according to Reddit users who have already purchased one.
Apple makes an effort to keep its products as slim as possible while yet ensuring their structural soundness. The desire for thinness seems to be causing issues, based on early internet concerns about Apple’s newest tablet launch.
First reported by iMore, Reddit users say that the fifth-generation iPad Air is made in an unsatisfactory manner. The rear panel has been the focus of many people’s displeasure.
The “metal backplate is a much thinner than on the iPad Air 4,” according to the original poster, who purchased two blue units. Adds the user: ‘You can nearly feel the plate’s battery through your hands’
Tablets made “creaking sounds” when handled by the user, which a friend of theirs confirmed to be the case with both models.
The phenomenon was discovered by more than just the individual; other people have also posted in the thread to express their concern. The identical cracking sounds were shown in a video by a user.
Only a small percentage of iPad Airs have developed creaks as a result of this issue. Currently, Apple has not commented on the allegations.
Compared to the iPad Air 4, the iPad Air 5’s design is mostly unaltered. The biggest changes are found on the inside, though. In addition to this, the M1 chip and an upgraded FaceTime camera are among the modifications.