User level: Level 1 (8 points)Can I use a Smart Folio iPad Pro 11in (M5) on an iPad Air 11in (M4)? Official compatibility is no but as long as the magnets work, I'm OK with it. Size is marginally different (+2mm on the long dimension and -0.8 mm on the short dimension), again I'm OK with that.
Brad
Posted on Oct 9, 2026 4:47 PM
User level: Level 10 (334,506 points)Oct 10, 2026 4:10 AM in response to goneforabikeride
The holding magnets are only part of the equation. The Smart Connector, that electrically connects the folio keyboard to the iPad, also varies in physical position. The cutout that accommodates the rear camera module also differs.
The Apple Smart Folio Keyboard for the iPad Pro 11" is not compatible with the iPad Air 11" M4.
User level: Level 1 (8 points)Oct 10, 2026 7:02 AM in response to goneforabikeride
No keyboard on Smart Folio but maybe thickness is an issue as it is 6.1 v 5.3 mm thick (+0.8 mm) since Smart Folio wraps around).
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256373418