Mother's Day gadget picks: The best tablets to gift her

Economic Times

05-05-2025

iPad Air M3
OnePlus Pad 2
Xiaomi Pad 7
iPad Mini
For this Mother's Day, May 11th, Sunday, we have decided to help guide you in buying the best tablets out there. Why? Because tablets bring entertainment to life with their larger screens, offering a more immersive, cinematic experience than smartphones.Enhanced speakers, sharper resolution, and longer battery life make them ideal for everything from binge-watching to video calls. Multitasking is seamless too—stream, browse, or chat, all at once. We're recommending these picks because we've tried and tested them ourselves.The new iPad Air with the M3 chip is the ultimate upgrade for moms who do it all—whether she's editing photos, unwinding with a show, or video calling family, it's smooth, fast, and responsive. Its lightweight design and improved battery life make it easy to carry from the kitchen to the couch.The stunning Liquid Retina display makes every moment—work or play—look beautiful. Available in chic colors and compatible with the Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard, it's perfect for the multitasking mom. Starting at Rs 59,900 for the 11-inch Wi-Fi model with 128GB storage. You can also read our review for the iPad Air M3 for a complete view of the product.On another note, you can also pair the iPad with the AirPods 4th Gen. Whether she's on back-to-back work calls or relaxing with her favorite playlist, the new AirPods 4 are the perfect companion. With Active Noise Cancellation and Personalized Spatial Audio, they create an immersive, theatre-like sound experience just for her.Powered by the H2 chip, audio and call quality are crystal clear, with dynamic head tracking that makes everything feel more real. And when she needs a moment of calm in the daily chaos, AirPods 4 adapt seamlessly—offering peace, clarity, and comfort in every setting.For the mom who juggles everything—from video calls to recipe browsing to well-earned binge sessions—the OnePlus Pad 2 is a thoughtful upgrade. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, it offers smooth, lag-free performance for both productivity and play.The stunning 12.1-inch 3K display with a 144Hz refresh rate makes every scroll, stream, and swipe feel ultra-fluid. With a massive 9510mAh battery and lightning-fast 67W SUPERVOOC charging, it easily keeps up with her busy day. Sleek, powerful, and starting at Rs 35,999—it's a gift that truly delivers.For the mom who's always on the move, the Xiaomi Pad 7 is a smart, stylish companion. Powered by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 platform, it delivers smooth, reliable performance whether she's video calling, reading, or streaming her favorite shows.The 11.2-inch 3.2K CrystalRes display with Dolby Vision and a 144Hz refresh rate makes everything look sharp and vibrant, while the quad-speaker setup with Dolby Atmos offers rich, immersive sound. Lightweight and portable with a long-lasting 8850mAh battery and 45W fast charging, it keeps up with her pace. Starting at just ₹26,999, it also supports the Xiaomi Focus Pen and Keyboard—ideal for moms who like to stay productive and creative.For the mom who's always on the move, the iPad mini is the perfect blend of style and substance. Its sleek 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display fits effortlessly in one hand—ideal for quick reading breaks, recipe scrolling, or video calls on the fly.Don't let its size fool you—the A15 Bionic chip ensures speedy performance for work, play, and everything in between. With Apple Pencil support and all-day battery life, it's a compact powerhouse she'll love. Priced from ₹49,900, it's a thoughtful gift that's big on impact without being bulky.