<![CDATA[ Laptopmag ]]> https://www.laptopmag.com Thu, 25 Jul 2024 03:33:54 +0000 en <![CDATA[ Onyx Boox Note Air 3 e-ink tablet review: Noteworthy in places, sketchy in others ]]> The Onyx Boox Note Air 3 is a premium e-reader with a stunning e-ink display that’ll make bookworms feel right at home with its paper-like viewing experience. But its oversized selling point, a 10.3-inch Carta panel, might blur the lines that separate e-readers from tablets.

Thankfully, there’s a host of software to help you get the most out of its sizable panel, and Boox’s inclusion of a reliable stylus allows you to take notes, sketch ideas, and annotate books, notes, and documents like a champ.

But at tablet size and tablet pricing, is the Note Air 3 capable of delivering a tablet-like experience in e-ink form? Let’s find out.

Onyx Boox Note Air 3: Price and availability

The Onyx Boox Note Air 3 is available for $399 from Amazon and the Onyx Boox website, and online at various retailers.

A color version of this e-reader tablet is also available for $499 from Amazon, Best Buy, and Target.

Price-wise, perhaps the closest product to measure up against is the $419 Kindle Scribe (64GB), with a similarly sized 10.2-inch Paperwhite display. Both feature a stylus, lengthy battery life, and the ability to jot down notes and mark up text and documents. However, only Boox’s option has out-of-the-box access to the apps and services available in the Google Play store. 

Onyx Boox Note Air 3: Design and display

Standing out from a crowd of plastic-framed e-ink readers, Onyx Boox has outfitted the Note Air 3 with a stunning aluminum-magnesium alloy chassis that screams premium quality — even if it does carry a noticeable burden of weight (430 grams).

The Note Air 3’s sizable tablet design (8.9 x 7.6 x 0.22 inches) features a 10.3-inch (1872 x 1404) e-ink Carta panel — an electronic paper technology that attempts to make reading from this display as comfortable as reading from a regular page. In that regard it does quite well, offering a solid balance of lightness and contrast between page and character.

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In fact, due to the nature of e-ink, you can set the brightness to zero and enjoy the panel in ambient light no differently than you would an actual book. Unlike other panels, the matte e-ink display doesn’t require a backlight or power to retain its paper-like, off-white backdrop.

Each pixel within the frame is actually a microcapsule that houses positively charged black particles and negatively charged white particles within a clear fluid. This allows the Air 3 to switch the order of each “pixel” by sending the appropriate charge only once, flipping which particles appear on top.

Not only is this great for reducing the draw on a device’s battery, but it practically eliminates any risk of screen burn-in, resulting in a tablet that will last and serve you longer.

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The Air 3’s panel is protected by a layer of Onyx Glass, which protects the display from scratches or damage. However, there’s no IP rating, meaning Onyx Boox doesn’t certify how well it holds up against water or particulate intrusions.

However, visually the Onyx Glass is a nice element that gives the e-reader a much more modern look, while also aiding with clarity and glare thanks to a special top coating that helps retain its matte finish.

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Surrounding the Air 3’s display are some fairly chunky bezels that give you plenty of space to hold the tablet without accidentally registering an input. The left-hand side of the tablet features a much wider expanse for gripping the e-reader one-handed (though, thanks to the auto-rotating display, you can turn the device and use it just as well with your right hand). Its slate grey backing contrasts wonderfully with the bold orange used for the Boox branding and other slight accents around the chassis.

Along the top of the tablet (while in portrait standing) is where you’ll find the power button, which doubles as a fingerprint scanner. On the device’s left-hand side, which also doubles as the device’s base when in landscape orientation, is where you’ll find the remainder of the frame’s features — including a set of stereo speakers, a microphone, a microSD card slot for expanding on the Air 3’s 64GB of internal storage, and a USB Type-C port for data transfer and charging.

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The Onyx Boox Note Air 3 also comes packaged with a magnetic protective case that acts as both a folio for further screen protection and as a stand for both portrait and landscape orientations.

While it offers little in the way of shock protection, it does give some extra peace of mind when it comes to the Air 3’s lack of an IP rating, offering a snug cover for the exposed USB port and speaker grille while its magnetic latch also offers further hold on the magnetic stylus that comes in the box.

Onyx Boox Note Air 3: Stylus

The Onyx Boox Note Air 3 features a multitouch capacitive layer (the sensor that allows touch and finger gestures) and a Wacom sensor which lets you interact with the device using the packaged Onyx Boox stylus.

While it’s no Apple Pencil or Adonit Note+ 2, the Air 3’s stylus is comfortable to hold and can be magnetically snapped to the side of the tablet at any time to avoid misplacing it. It doesn’t require charging and is always ready and available to help with sketching or rapid note-taking thanks to its ability to register 4096 degrees of pressure, which is handy while drawing to make more defined natural lines. 

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However, while this mode is meant to be far more accurate than relying on your digits for doodling, the Wacom layer is below both the capacitive touch layer and the e-ink panel. This distance is minute in terms of engineering the Note Air 3’s super slender frame but often results in slight offsets between where the nib of the stylus appears to be pointing and where it registers. 

Still, any stylus beats no stylus at all, and Note Air 3’s pen is a welcome addition that feels great to use thanks to that paper-like surface. Personally, I don’t often have the urge to tear myself away from a good read and start busting out my own rendition of the Vitruvian Man in the margins. However, the Air 3 is great for students needing to annotate a required read, or for meeting attendees who want to add context to minutes or memos.

Onyx Boox Note Air 3: Software

The Note Air 3 runs on a modified version of Android 12 (originally released in October 2021) and offers Google Play store access, giving you access to a range of different apps right out of the box. However, expect compatibility issues with some apps due to the e-ink display and the limitations of its Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G processor.

Don’t expect to be relishing in noir-esque versions of your favorite Netflix shows either. The Air 3’s display doesn’t play well with video or any medium requiring a spritely refresh rate (which means gaming is a no-go too). While you’ll have the vast expanse of the Google Play store at your fingertips, you’ll be somewhat restricted when it comes to what works fluently.

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Stick with eBook libraries, storefronts, and productivity apps for the best results, but if you already have your own digital library of Alexandria you’ll be able to instantly make use of them as long as they’re among the following supported file formats. 

  • .txt
  • .rtf
  • .doc
  • .prc
  • .chm
  • .pdf
  • .cbr
  • .jpeg

  • .html
  • .fb2
  • .docx
  • .mobi
  • .epub
  • .djvu
  • .cbz
  • .gif

The Air 3 also has a built-in media player that allows you to listen to MP3 and WAV files. While listening to music wasn’t the best audio experience I’ve had with a tablet, the Air 3’s speakers are more than satisfactory at presenting a good audiobook or podcast — though they could be a tad louder.

Onyx Boox’s NeoReader is a solid app that allows you to read eBooks with ease. You can customize the experience through font size, navigation options, and even OCR (Optical Character Recognition) for interpreting scanned images. There’s also an impressive text-to-speech option available from within the app, though its flat delivery seems dated when compared to many of today’s AI-generated options.

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Creating an Onyx account grants you 10GB of cloud storage, which, for an e-reader is akin to inheriting a bottomless storage bag for all your reading needs. It also allows you to use BOOXDrop online to transfer files from your PC or laptop directly to the Air 3 without physically connecting the two. 

Onyx Boox Note Air 3: Battery life

Housing a 3,700 mAh battery and making use of its e-ink Carta panel, the Onyx Boox Note Air 3 can stretch its battery life to great effect. Boox claims that its tablet-sized e-reader can last up to four weeks in standby mode.

During my own testing, I still had around 20% of its battery left after nearly using it for a few hours each night and occasionally jotting things down during the day.

It’s a very dependable nightstand companion for those who enjoy mellowing out to a great story at the end of the day — and its MOON Light 2 tech reduces blue light and avoids any interruption to your circadian rhythm.

Onyx Boox Note Air 3: Performance

Performance is probably the one major downside of the Air 3. While it works well enough most of the time, there are spells where the tablet’s OS can hang briefly, or inputs cease to function momentarily. It’s not a constant stream of performance hiccups, but it exists just enough that you’re never too far removed from an issue to forget it's there.

However, from a personal level, the tablet’s e-ink display responsiveness frustrates me the most. It’s a limitation of the technology, and e-ink displays suffer in this area across the board, but its sluggish, ghosting, and altogether drowsy visuals do nothing for me.

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While the Air 3 includes a browser, I found that some of the sites I routinely visit appear broken or fail to load correctly. Scrolling up and down web pages is a torment in and of itself, with the dot matrix-like renditions of images leaving trails behind that leave you nostalgic for the Windows Solitaire win animation.

Beyond its display, the Note Air 3 is just a little too big for the job. It feels very niche to need an e-reader of this size, even if it can do several of the tasks you’d expect from a larger tablet. It’s cumbersome to carry around, and its size isn’t offset, as other more traditional tablets might be, by the expanded number of tasks it may accomplish.

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Bluetooth connectivity even allows you to connect a wireless keyboard for easier note-taking or writing, though you can connect plug-and-play devices directly to the USB Type-C port if you prefer. However, while in landscape orientation, that port is blocked off — forcing you to rely on Bluetooth and even forego charging at the same time. With its tablet sizing, this seems like a clear oversight. 

Bottom line

All in all, my time with the Onyx Boox Note Air 3 was pleasant enough, though I don’t know if it’s a device I’d consider a daily driver of any sort. It’s pretty large for what I would use an e-reader for (reading), and otherwise delivers a downgraded tablet experience.

While Boox’s Air 3 has hard-to-beat battery life, I tend to only use it at home due to its size. However, those who want a less distracting tablet experience in the workplace or at school will gain maximum benefit from this device, as it’ll flawlessly make it through the day with juice to spare (and then some).

Personally, my wants tend more towards something like the Onyx Boox Palma — a smaller, reader-focused version of Boox’s devices. 

]]> https://www.laptopmag.com/reviews/onyx-boox-note-air-3-e-ink-tablet QwrwaRrY4YCtrH5fVE8Q6d Wed, 24 Jul 2024 12:15:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Best Buy knocks the iPad Pro M2 Cellular to a new low price at just $699 in this killer deal ]]> Now that the iPad Pro M4 has made its debut, Best Buy is trying to move its iPad Pro M2 stock to make room. Luckily for you, that means the cellular model Apple 11-inch iPad Pro M2 just dipped to $699.

Typically $999, this is a whopping $300 in savings and the lowest price we've ever seen for this 11-inch iPad. And no Best Buy Plus membership is required to snag these savings!

While the iPad Pro M4 is more powerful than the iPad Pro M2, its overkill for most users. In our 12.9-inch iPad Pro M2 review, we rated it 4 out of 5 stars and awarded it our Editor's Choice badge for its stunning display, fantastic speakers, and strong performance, capable of doubling as a productive laptop when paired with Apple's Magic keyboard.

And if the iPad Pro M2 offers plenty of performance power, why not buy this last-gen model at an epic discount? 

If you're looking for a bigger display and more storage, Best Buy slashed the 12.9-inch iPad Pro with 1TB of storage to $1,299 ($700 off). Or, if you want to see all your options before making a decision, check out the best iPad deals we've seen lately.

Today's best iPad Pro M2 cellular deal

Apple 11-inch iPad Pro M2 (Wi-Fi/LTE)
Was: $999
Now: $699 @ Best Buy
Overview:
Lowest price! Save $300 on the cellular model 11-inch iPad Pro, with no Best Buy Plus membership required.

Features: LTE support, 11-inch Liquid Retina (2388 x 1668) display, Apple M2 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, 12MP front camera, and 10MP rear camera. It works with Apple Magic Keyboard, Smart Keyboard Folio and Apple Pencil 2.

Release date: October 2022

Price check: Amazon $823 (used)

Cheaper alternative: 11" iPad Pro M2 for $599 ($200 off) | Larger screen: 12.9" iPad Pro M2 for $1,299 ($700 off)

Price history: This is the lowest price we've seen for this cellular model 11-inch iPad Pro.

Reviews consensus: In our iPad Pro M2 review, we awarded it 4 out of 5 stars and our Editor's Choice badge for its incredible display, strong performance, impressive speakers, and killer cameras. Our sister site Tom's Guide agrees that the iPad Pro is a mighty productivity tablet, perfectly designed for mobile editing. And with the Magic Keyboard attached, it's powerful enough to replace your laptop.

Laptop Mag: ★★★★½ (12.9") | Tom's Guide: ★★★★½

Buy it if: You're looking for a premium tablet with a great display that's powerful enough to double as a laptop when paired with Apple's Magic Keyboard.

Don't buy it if: You want a tablet for more basic needs, like media streaming, mobile gaming, or browsing the web and social media. Go with the less costly iPad 10 instead, or check out our best tablet deals for more ideas.View Deal

]]> https://www.laptopmag.com/tablets/ipad-pro/best-buy-knocks-the-ipad-pro-m2-cellular-to-a-new-low-price-at-just-dollar699-in-this-killer-deal fRDm95xSPLoiYgZDwVcsx Tue, 23 Jul 2024 21:00:38 +0000 <![CDATA[ Best iPad deals of July 2024 ]]> The best iPad deals right now are closing out the month of July with back-to-school incentives on Apple's premium tablets. 

One of the best iPad deals comes directly from Apple. For a limited time, get a free $100 Apple Gift Card when you buy the iPad Air 6 starting from $549 or the iPad Pro from $899 at the Apple Education Store. 

Featuring Apple's blazing-fast new 9-core M4 chip, the 2024 iPad Pro is up to 50% faster than the older model M2 and uses just half the power. GPU performance-wise, it’s 4X times faster so expect games and other graphics-intensive tasks to run smoother than ever. 

So if you're looking for a price break on an Apple tablet this summer, now is one of the best times to buy an iPad. Whether you want to buy an iPad for yourself or surprise that grad you know, there are plenty of deals to be had. 

Shop today's best iPad deals below. 

Best iPad deals — Quick links

Best iPad deals — iPad

Apple iPad 10: $349 $299 @ Amazon
Save $25 on the 10th generation Apple iPad with a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display. It features Apple's A14 Bionic chip and is faster and more power efficient than the iPad 9. It sports an ultra-wide 12MP front camera for video calling and an updated 12MP back camera for capturing sharp, vivid photos and 4K video. For wired and wireless connectivity options, the 2022 iPad is equipped with a USB-C port and Wi-Fi 6.View Deal

10.9" iPad 10 Cellular: $599 $499 $474 @ Amazon
Lowest price! You can save $25 on the cellular model iPad 10 and stay connected wherever you go. That's $125 off its original price at launch. Released in late 2022, it features Apple's A14 Bionic chip and is faster and more power-efficient than its predecessor. It sports an ultra-wide 12MP front camera for video calling and an updated 12MP back camera for capturing sharp, vivid photos and 4K video. For wired and wireless connectivity options, the iPad is equipped with a USB-C port and Wi-Fi 6. 

Price check: Best Buy $499 | B&H $479View Deal

10.2" iPad 9: $329 $249 @ Best Buy
Save $80 on the 9th generation iPad and snap up Apple's cheapest tablet for even less. This entry model iPad packs a 10.2-inch Retina display with True Tone, A13 Bionic chip, 64GB of storage and stereo speakers. It sports an 8MP wide angle primary camera on the back and a 12MP ultra-wide front camera. Touch ID and Apple Pay offer secure login payment. 

Price check: Amazon $299View Deal

10.2" iPad 9 (256GB): $479 $379 @ Amazon
Save $100 on the 9th generation iPad with 256GB of storage. This entry model iPad packs a 10.2-inch Retina display with True Tone, A13 Bionic chip, 64GB of storage, and stereo speakers. It sports an 8MP wide-angle primary camera on the back and a 12MP ultra-wide front camera. Touch ID and Apple Pay offer secure login payment. 

Price check: Best Buy $399View Deal

Best iPad deals — iPad Air

11" Apple iPad Air 6 (2024): $599 $569 @ Amazon
Lowest price! Save $30 on the 11-inch iPad Air 6 at Amazon. The iPad Air 6 is 50% faster than the previous-gen iPad Air 5 and features landscape stereo speakers. Made of 100% recycled aluminum enclosure the new iPad Air works with the Apple MacBook Keyboard and Apple Pencil.

Features: 11-inch Liquid Retina display with P3 wide color,  True Tone, and anti-reflective coating, Apple M2 Chip, 128GB of storage, 12MP wide wide camera, 12MP Ultra-wide front camera, supports Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil USB-C and Magic KeyboardView Deal

13" Apple iPad Air 6 (2024): $799 $739 @ Amazon
Amazon takes $61 off the 13-inch iPad Air 6 in this iPad deal. This is a great option if you prefer a larger display for split-screen multitasking, creating, gaming, and consuming content. 

Features: 13-inch Liquid Retina display with P3 wide color, True Tone, and anti-reflective coating, Apple M2 Chip, 128GB of storage, 12MP wide wide camera, 12MP Ultra-wide front camera, supports Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil USB-C and Magic KeyboardView Deal

10.9" iPad Air 5: $749 $499 @ Best Buy
Lowest price! Save $250 on the iPad Air 5 with 256GB of storage. Although we didn't get a chance to test the iPad Air 5, reviews average 4.5 out of 5 stars across our sister sites. Overall, the iPad Air 5 is a solid buy if you're looking for a premium, versatile tablet for content consumption and light productivity.

Features: 10.9-inch (2360 x 1640) Liquid Retina display with True Tone, Apple M1 Chip, 8GB RAM, 256GB of storage, 12MP wide-angle rear camera, 12MP front camera. Touch ID, Apple Pay, USB-C connector

Price check: Amazon $699View Deal

10.9" iPad Air 5: $599 $399 @ Best Buy
Lowest price! Save $200 on the iPad Air 5. Although we didn't get a chance to test the iPad Air 5, reviews average 4.5 out of 5 stars across our sister sites. Overall, the iPad Air 5 is a solid buy if you're looking for a premium, versatile tablet for content consumption and light productivity.

Features: 10.9-inch (2360 x 1640) Liquid Retina display with True Tone, Apple M1 Chip, 8GB RAM, 64GB of storage, 12MP wide-angle rear camera, 12MP front camera. Touch ID, Apple Pay, USB-C connector

Price check: Amazon $544View Deal

10.9" iPad Air 5 LTE: $749 $599 @ Amazon
Save $150 on the iPad Air with 5G LTE support. Apple's lightweight tablet packs a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display,  Apple M1 chip, 8GB of RAM, and 64GB of storage. For image capturing and video calls it has a 12MP wide-angle primary camera on the back and a 12MP FaceTime Camera. Touch ID and Apple Pay offer secure login payment.

Features: 10.9-inch (2360 x 1640) Liquid Retina display with True Tone, Apple M1 8-core Chip, 8-core GPU, 8GB RAM, 64GB of storage, 12MP wide-angle rear camera, 12MP front camera. Touch ID, Apple Pay, USB-C connector

Price check: Best Buy $749View Deal

Best iPad deals — iPad Pro

11" Apple iPad Pro M4: $999 $919  @ Amazon  
Amazon takes $80 off the iPad Pro M4. The 2024 iPad Pro normally starts at $999 and comes in storage capacity options from 256GB up to 2TB. Apple's 2024 iPad Pro is the thinnest ever and, for the first time, features a state-of-the-art display called Tandem OLED, which delivers 1000 nits of full-screen brightness and up to 1,600 nits of peak brightness.

Features: 11-inch Ultra Retina XDR OLED, Apple M4 9-core chip, 256GB of storage.

Price check: Best Buy $999 View Deal

13" iPad Pro M4: $1,299 $1,199 @ Amazon
Lowest price! Amazon offers a $100 discount on the 13-inch iPad Pro M4. Featuring Apple's new blazing-fast M4 chip, the 2024 iPad Pro is up to 50% faster than the older model M2 and uses just half the power. In terms of GPU performance, it’s 4X times faster, which means games and other graphics-intensive tasks run smoother than ever.

Features: 13-inch Ultra Retina XDR OLED, Apple M4 9-core chip, 256GB of storage

Price check: Best Buy $1,199View Deal

11" Apple iPad Pro M4 (1TB): $1,599 $1,349 @ Amazon
For a limited time, save $250 on the Apple iPad Pro M4 with 1TB of SSD storage. It features an 11-inch OLED (2420 x 1668) display, M4 chip, 256GB of SSD storage, 8GB of RAM, Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard compatibility, 12MP Ultra Wide front camera, and 12MP Wide back camera.

11" iPad Pro M2 Cellular: $999 $699 @ Best Buy
The cellular model iPad Pro M2 is $300 off at Best Buy. Succeeded by the M4 iPad Pro, Apple's 2022 iPad Pro M2 is still among the best tablets for productivity and gaming.

Features: 11-inch Liquid Retina (2388 x 1668) display, Apple M2 8-core CPU, 8GB of RAM, 10-core GPU, and 128GB of storage, Works with Apple Magic Keyboard, Smart Keyboard Folio, and Apple Pencil 2.View Deal

11" iPad Pro M2 (512GB): $1,099 $799 @ Best Buy
Save $300 on the 11-inch iPad Pro M2 with 512GB of storage. Succeeded by the 2024 iPad Pro, Apple's 2022 iPad Pro M2 is still among the best tablets for productivity and gaming. 

Features: 11-inch Liquid Retina (2388 x 1668) display, Apple M2 8-core CPU, 8GB of RAM, 10-core GPU, and 512GB of storage. It works with the Apple Magic Keyboard, Smart Keyboard Folio, and Apple Pencil 2.View Deal

12.9" iPad Pro 12.9 M2: $1,199 $899 @ Best Buy
Save $300 on the 12.9-inch Apple M2 iPad Pro. In our 12.9-inch iPad Pro M2 review, we praise its incredible display, strong performance and impressive speakers. We also liked its killer cameras and decent battery life. We gave the 12.9-inch iPad Pro M2 a solid rating of 4.5 out of 5-stars and our Editor's Choice Award. 

Features: 12.9-inch (2388 x 1668) Liquid Retina XDR display, M2 8-core CPU, 8GB of RAM 10-core GPU, 258GB of storage, works with Apple Magic Keyboard, Smart Keyboard Folio, and Apple Pencil 2.View Deal

Best iPad deals — iPad mini

Apple iPad mini 6 (64GB): $499 $449 @ Amazon
Save $50 on the iPad mini 6. Apple's 6th gen compact tablet packs an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display with True Tone, Apple's A15 Bionic chip, 64GB of storage, and Wi-Fi 6 support. There's a 12MP wide-angle back camera and a 12MP ultra-wide camera on the front. Touch ID and Apple Pay offer secure login and payment.

Price check: Best Buy $474 w/ My Best Buy PlusView Deal

8.3" iPad mini 6 LTE (256GB): $799 $617 @ Amazon
Save $100 on the 256GB iPad mini 6 with cellular support. Apple's 6th gen compact tablet packs an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display with True Tone, Apple's A15 Bionic chip, 256GB of storage, Wi-Fi 6, and 5G support. There's a 12MP wide-angle back camera and a 12MP ultra-wide camera on the front. Touch ID and Apple Pay offer secure login and payment.

Price check: Best Buy $649View Deal

 When is the best time to buy an iPad? 

iPad deals are a lot easier to find these days thanks to ongoing discounts available throughout the year. However, the best time to buy an iPad is typically during the later months of the year and Black Friday in particular. Around the holidays, we see the most competitive discounts among retailers and the lowest prices on Apple's premium tablets. 

Other best times to buy an iPad are Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Amazon Prime Day, and back-to-school season.

 What is the best iPad to buy? 

Apple's latest iPad Air is the best iPad to buy and our number 1 pick for best overall tablet. It runs on Apple's old but still good M1 chip which makes it more than adequate for managing emails, socials, internet surfing, consuming content, gaming, and more. 

Priced at $599 to start, you can usually find it on sale for $100 to $150 less. 

 What is the best budget iPad? 

Although overshadowed by the iPad 10,  the 9th generation iPad is the best value iPad you can get. For months now, it's been on and off sale at Amazon and Best Buy for $249 — the lowest price of the year. 

In our iPad 9th gen review, we gave it a solid rating of 4 out of 5-stars, praising its bright, vivid Retina display, outstanding performance, and impressive 12-hour battery life.

Best iPad deals — accessories

Apple Pencil Pro: $129 $109 @ Amazon
Lowest price! Amazon takes $20 off the Apple Pencil Pro for the first time. This essential iPad accessory lets you easily take notes, draw, and design on your iPad. What makes the Apple Pencil Pro so special? It's packed with intuitive features for ultimate creative control. Gestures and haptics let you seamlessly create without missing a beat. With pixel-perfect precision, tilt, pressure sensitivity, and low latency, the Pencil Pro makes you feel like you're using a regular pencil. When not in use, it magnetically attaches to your iPad for safekeeping. 

Compatibility:  Apple Pencil Pro works with iPad Pro 13-inch (M4), iPad Pro 11-inch (M4), iPad Air 13-inch (M2), and iPad Air 11-inch (M2).

Price check: Apple Education Store $119| Best Buy $129 w/ Plus | Walmart $109View Deal

Apple Pencil USB-C: $79 $69 @ Amazon
Save $10 on the Apple Pencil with USB-C connectivity lets you easily take notes, draw, and design on your iPad. Thanks to low latency, it feels just like using a pencil supports the Apple Pencil hover feature on the iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation) and iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation). When not in use, it magnetically attaches to your iPad for safekeeping. 

Compatibility: iPad Air (4th & 5th generation), iPad mini (6th generation), iPad (10th generation), iPad Pro 12.9‑inch (3rd through 6th generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st through 4th generation).

Price check: Apple $79|  Best Buy $79View Deal

Apple Pencil 2: $129 $79 @ Amazon
Lowest price! The Apple Pencil 2 provides you with pixel-perfect precision for drawing, sketching, coloring, taking notes, and more on the iPad Air (4th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd and 4th generation), and iPad Pro 11-inch (1st and 2nd generation). View Deal

Apple Pencil 1st Gen: $99 $89 @ Amazon
The 1st Generation Apple Pencil lets you take notes, draw, and design on your iPad. It works with the Pad Air (3rd generation), iPad mini (5th generation), iPad (6th, 7th, 8th and 9th generations), iPad Pro 12.9‑inch (1st and 2nd generations), iPad Pro 10.5‑inch and iPad Pro 9.7‑inchView Deal

Fintie iPad 10 Slim Case: from $9 @ Amazon
Protect your precious iPad 10 with the Fintie Hybrid Slim Case. It features a built-in pencil holder, clear hardshell back cover, flexible TPU bumper, and soft microfiber interior. This iPad 10th generation case protects it from drops, scratches, and everyday wear and tear.View Deal

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]]> https://www.laptopmag.com/deals/best-ipad-deals MyNKhkzUCBsCjxGtvg3AJ7 Mon, 22 Jul 2024 15:17:55 +0000 <![CDATA[ 7 best Prime Day iPad deals still available at Amazon ]]> Update July 22 at 10:59 am ET: Prime Day is over, visit our Best iPad deals hub for the latest discounts. 

Prime Day is over, however, Amazon Prime Day iPad deals are still available at Amazon this week. So If you didn't get a chance to shop Amazon's big sale over the last 48 hours, here's your second chance at saving. 

Amazon continues to offer the iPad 10 for an all-time low price of $299 ($50 off) after Prime Day. We gave the iPad 10 our hard-to-get Editor's Choice Award for good reason. It's powerful and snappy, sports a beautiful display, and impressive speakers. Although we wish we could squeeze more battery life out of it, Apple Pencil support makes up for this shortcoming. 

Amazon continues to offer the iPad Pro M4 with 1TB of storage for $1,328 ($271 off) — its biggest discount yet. Debuting Apple's blazing-fast new 9-core M4 chip, the 2024 iPad Pro is up to 50% faster than the older model M2 and uses just half the power. In terms of GPU performance, it’s 4X times faster, which means games and other graphics-intensive tasks run smoother than ever. 

Prime Day may be over, but the iPad deals are still dealing. These are the best Prime Day iPad deals still available:

Best Prime Day iPad deals still available

iPad deals

Apple iPad 10: $349 $299 @ Amazon
Save $25 on the 10th generation Apple iPad with a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display. It features Apple's A14 Bionic chip and is faster and more power efficient than the iPad 9. It sports an ultra-wide 12MP front camera for video calling and an updated 12MP back camera for capturing sharp, vivid photos and 4K video. For wired and wireless connectivity options, the 2022 iPad is equipped with a USB-C port and Wi-Fi 6.View Deal

10.2" iPad 9 (256GB): $479 $379 @ Amazon
Save $100 on the 9th generation iPad with 256GB of storage. This entry model iPad packs a 10.2-inch Retina display with True Tone, A13 Bionic chip, and stereo speakers. It sports an 8MP wide-angle primary camera on the back and a 12MP ultra-wide front camera. Touch ID and Apple Pay offer secure login payment. 

Price check: Best Buy $399View Deal

Apple iPad mini 6 (64GB): $499 $379 @ Amazon
Save $100 on the iPad mini 6. Apple's 6th gen compact tablet packs an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display with True Tone, Apple's A15 Bionic chip, 64GB of storage, and Wi-Fi 6 support. There's a 12MP wide-angle back camera and a 12MP ultra-wide camera on the front. Touch ID and Apple Pay offer secure login and payment.View Deal

13" iPad Pro M4: $1,299 $1,199 @ Amazon
Lowest price! Amazon offers a $100 discount on the 13-inch iPad Pro M4. Featuring Apple's new blazing-fast M4 chip, the 2024 iPad Pro is up to 50% faster than the older model M2 and uses just half the power. In terms of GPU performance, it’s 4X times faster, which means games and other graphics-intensive tasks run smoother than ever.

Features: 13-inch Ultra Retina XDR OLED, Apple M4 9-core chip, 256GB of storage

Price check: Best Buy $1,199View Deal

11" Apple iPad Pro M4: $999 $919  @ Amazon  
Amazon takes $80 off the iPad Pro M4. The 2024 iPad Pro normally starts at $999 and comes in storage capacity options from 256GB up to 2TB. Apple's 2024 iPad Pro is the thinnest ever and, for the first time, features a state-of-the-art display called Tandem OLED, which delivers 1000 nits of full-screen brightness and up to 1,600 nits of peak brightness.

Features: 11-inch Ultra Retina XDR OLED, Apple M4 9-core chip, 256GB of storage.

Price check: Best Buy $999 View Deal

Apple iPad Pro M4 11-inch: $1,599 $1,328 @ Amazon
Lowest price ever! Save $271 on the Apple iPad Pro M4 11-inch with 1TB of SSD storage, making it the best iPad deal we've seen during Prime Day 2024. It features an 11-inch OLED (2420 x 1668) display, M4 chip, 256GB of SSD storage, 8GB of RAM, Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard compatible, 12MP Ultra Wide front camera, and 12MP Wide back camera.

11" Apple iPad Air 6 (2024): $599 $549 @ Amazon
Lowest price! Save $50 on the 11-inch iPad Air 6 at Amazon. The iPad Air 6 is 50% faster than the previous-gen iPad Air 5 and features landscape stereo speakers. Made of 100% recycled aluminum enclosure the new iPad Air works with the Apple MacBook Keyboard and Apple Pencil.

Features: 11-inch Liquid Retina display with P3 wide color,  True Tone, and anti-reflective coating, Apple M2 Chip, 128GB of storage, 12MP wide wide camera, 12MP Ultra-wide front camera, supports Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil USB-C and Magic KeyboardView Deal

13" Apple iPad Air 6 (2024): $799 $729 @ Amazon
Lowest price! Save $50 when you buy the 13-inch iPad Air 6 at Amazon. This is a great option if you prefer a larger display for split-screen multitasking, creating, gaming, and consuming content. 

Features: 13-inch Liquid Retina display with P3 wide color, True Tone, and anti-reflective coating, Apple M2 Chip, 128GB of storage, 12MP wide wide camera, 12MP Ultra-wide front camera, supports Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil USB-C and Magic KeyboardView Deal

iPad accessories

Apple Pencil Pro: $129 $119 @ Amazon
Lowest price! Amazon takes $10 off the Apple Pencil Pro for the first time. This essential iPad accessory lets you easily take notes, draw, and design on your iPad. What makes the Apple Pencil Pro so special? It's packed with intuitive features for ultimate creative control. Gestures and haptics let you seamlessly create without missing a beat. With pixel-perfect precision, tilt, pressure sensitivity, and low latency, the Pencil Pro makes you feel like you're using a regular pencil. When not in use, it magnetically attaches to your iPad for safekeeping. 

Compatibility:  Apple Pencil Pro works with iPad Pro 13-inch (M4), iPad Pro 11-inch (M4), iPad Air 13-inch (M2), and iPad Air 11-inch (M2).

Price check: Apple Education Store $119| Best Buy $119 w/ Plus | Walmart $119View Deal

Apple Pencil USB-C: $79 $69 @ Amazon
Save $10 on the Apple Pencil with USB-C connectivity lets you easily take notes, draw, and design on your iPad. Thanks to low latency, it feels just like using a pencil supports the Apple Pencil hover feature on the iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation) and iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation). When not in use, it magnetically attaches to your iPad for safekeeping. 

Compatibility: iPad Air (4th & 5th generation), iPad mini (6th generation), iPad (10th generation), iPad Pro 12.9‑inch (3rd through 6th generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st through 4th generation).

Price check: Apple $79 | Best Buy $69View Deal

Apple Pencil 2: $129 $79 @ Amazon
Lowest price! The Apple Pencil 2 provides you with pixel-perfect precision for drawing, sketching, coloring, taking notes, and more on the iPad Air (4th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd and 4th generation), and iPad Pro 11-inch (1st and 2nd generation). View Deal

Apple Pencil 1st Gen: $99 $79 @ Amazon
The 1st Generation Apple Pencil lets you take notes, draw, and design on your iPad. It works with the Pad Air (3rd generation), iPad mini (5th generation), iPad (6th, 7th, 8th and 9th generations), iPad Pro 12.9‑inch (1st and 2nd generations), iPad Pro 10.5‑inch and iPad Pro 9.7‑inchView Deal

Fintie iPad 10 Slim Case: from $9 @ Amazon
Protect your precious iPad 10 with the Fintie Hybrid Slim Case. It features a built-in pencil holder, clear hardshell back cover, flexible TPU bumper, and soft microfiber interior. This iPad 10th generation case protects it from drops, scratches, and everyday wear and tear.View Deal

]]> https://www.laptopmag.com/deals/best-prime-day-ipad-deals WfqVxQ2GFyUuT4UAMgm62g Thu, 18 Jul 2024 21:06:46 +0000 <![CDATA[ I love the Pixel Tablet for all the wrong reasons, but at its lowest price ever you should buy it too ]]> The Google Pixel Tablet isn't the first tablet to blend in smart home functionality or to feature a dock. Lenovo played with this form factor for years, but this is one time that Google channeled its inner Apple and didn't do it first, but did it best.

Currently available for $349 at Amazon ($150 off), the Google Pixel Tablet is a solid value if you want either a tablet or a smart home display for showing photos, playing music, or managing your other smart home gadgets like Hue lights. 

When I reviewed the Pixel Tablet I was thrilled to finally have a tablet that I didn't feel was wasted half the time sitting in a drawer or unused at the edge of my desk. It's not trying to be a laptop replacement, but it's an integral part of my daily workflow as it sits on my desk and serves up streaming music, handles my to do list, and then pops off its dock so I can have some entertainment while I make lunch. The iPad or Galaxy Tablet is more powerful, there's no question there, but for a casual tablet user the Pixel Tablet offers a tough package to beat.

Prime Day deals are winding down, but right now you can still get the Pixel Tablet for its lowest price ever.

Google Pixel Tablet Prime Day deal

Google Pixel Tablet
Was: $499
Now: $349 @ Amazon
Overview:
Lowest price! Save $150 off the Google Pixel Tablet with charging speaker dock.

Features: 11-inch (2560 x 1600) touchscreen, 1080p video recording, Google's Tensor G2 8-core processor, fingerprint reader, and 128GB of storage. 

Release date: May 2023

Price check: Google $379 | Best Buy $379

Price history: This is the lowest price ever for the Pixel Tablet with its Charging Speaker Dock.

Alternative: The standalone Pixel Tablet is also at an all-time low of $299, but in my opinion the Charging Speaker Dock is a critical part of the package.

Reviews: In my review, I said that the Pixel Tablet is a solid slate that seamlessly transitions from tablet to smart display. It's Google's first tablet in almost five years and brings many new features, like the company’s proprietary Tensor G2 processor and built-in Chromecast. 

Laptop Mag: ★★★★ |TechRadar: ★★★½ | Tom's Guide: ★★★★ | Android Central: ★★★★½ | T3: ★★★★ 

Buy if: If you're a Google ecosystem devotee or a casual tablet user who finds the idea of a smart home display and a tablet in one.

Don't buy if: You're looking for a tablet with a stylus or to use as a laptop replacement. Consider the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, or any of the best iPad Prime Day deals. View Deal

]]> https://www.laptopmag.com/tablets/i-love-the-pixel-tablet-for-all-the-wrong-reasons-but-at-its-lowest-price-ever-you-should-buy-it-too 9ygbmYwLF8GBkFLkJahCji Wed, 17 Jul 2024 23:40:08 +0000 <![CDATA[ Only one Kindle hit an all-time low price for Prime Day, but it's the most impressive one ]]> The Kindle Scribe is an outstanding eReader from Amazon with a trick up its sleeve. Unlike its read-only counterparts, it can also be written on with the included stylus. Combined with the larger 10.2-inch display, it's a unique but compelling ereader experience.

It is also uniquely available at its lowest price for Prime Day today, with the 16GB Kindle Scribe down to just $234 at Amazon. It ships with a basic pen and three free months of Kindle Unlimited. Originally, it was $339, so that's $105 in savings and $5 cheaper than ever.

Amazon Kindle Scribe
Was: $339
Now: $234 @ Amazon

Overview: Save $105 on the Amazon Kindle Scribe. This e-reader packs a 10.2-inch 300ppi Paperwhite display, adjustable front light, and 16GB of storage. It ships with its own magnetic stylus pen for easy storage. 

Launch date: November 2022

Features: The Kindle Scribe sports a 10.2-inch 300ppi Paperwhite display, adjustable front light, 16GB of storage, and magnetic stylus pen.

Reviews: Although we didn't test it, Amazon Kindle Scribe review ratings average 4.6 out of 5-stars. Happy bookworms love the eReader's writing support, reading experience and slim design that's comfortable to hold. The Kindle Scribe's ambient light sensor and digital sticky notes functions to annotate books were also a hit with users.

Buy it if: You like the idea of a larger ereader with writing support.

Don't buy it if: You'll never use the stylus; in that case the Kindle Paperwhite is probably the device for you. Despite not being as heavily discounted, it is still $100 cheaper than the Scribe.


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While you may think $234 still sounds pricey, it's a bargain compared to other ereaders with writing capabilities. The Remarkable 2 is the most well-known in the category, and it's over $200 more at $449. 

The Kindle Scribe sports a 10.2-inch 300ppi Paperwhite display, adjustable front light, 16GB of storage, and magnetic stylus pen. Although we didn't test it, Amazon Kindle Scribe review ratings average 4.6 out of 5-stars. Happy bookworms love the eReader's writing support, reading experience and slim design that's comfortable to hold. The Kindle Scribe's ambient light sensor and digital sticky notes functions to annotate books were also a hit with users.

The included three months of free Kindle Unlimited puts more than 3 million eBooks at your fingertips. Additionally, you get to peruse a library of over a million nonfiction titles and audiobooks — well into the thousands.

Now up to $60 off, the Kindle Scribe is more affordable than ever. It's a worthy Kindle Paperwhite upgrade if you want an eReader with note taking capabilities. 

]]> https://www.laptopmag.com/tablets/only-one-kindle-hit-an-all-time-low-price-for-prime-day-but-its-the-most-impressive-one B5e9yW62u6g4oyd7NwBjvT Wed, 17 Jul 2024 22:55:17 +0000 <![CDATA[ I review tablets for a living, and the tablet I tell most people to buy is just $299 for Prime Day ]]> Prime Day deals are popping off in every category we cover here at Laptop Mag, including many of our favorite products. Prime Day tablet deals include a particularly enticing offer on the tablet I recommend to most people: the iPad 10. 

You can pick up the iPad 10 for just $299 at Amazon today. That's an incredible $150 less than the launch price for this base model. This discount is the best iPad deal on a current-generation iPad for Prime Day. 

Apple's 10th-generation iPad is the best tablet for most people. It will bury the performance of any other sub-$300 tablet, offers excellent battery life, and packs surprisingly great speakers. While you don't need any accessories, if you want to expand your usage beyond basic tablet tasks, you can invest in a Magic Keyboard Folio or Apple Pencil to transform it into a laptop alternative or digital drawing pad for getting things done on the go. 

We don't expect to see the iPad 10 dip any lower over the week, so if you've been in the market for an affordable tablet, don't wait for this one to sell out.

Today's best iPad 10 deal 

Apple iPad 10
Was: $449 $349
Now: $299 @ Amazon
Overview:
Now $150 off its original retail price, the iPad 10 is just $20 away from its lowest price ever. 

Features: 10.9-inch (2360 x 1640) Liquid Retina display, Apple A14 Bionic chip, 64GB of storage, 12MP rear camera, 12MP front camera, records up to 4K video, USB-C connector, Magic Keyboard Folio and Apple Pencil support (both sold separately), nearly 11-hour battery life.

Release date: Oct. 2022

Price history: This is the iPad 10 was briefly $279 with coupon at Amazon, we are looking for that price to return.

Price check: Best Buy $299| B&H $319

Cheaper alternative: iPad 9 for $249 ($80 off)

Review Consensus: Apple’s 10th Gen iPad is a powerful tablet that performs well, surpassing competitors in productivity-adjacent tasks. 

Laptop Mag: ★★★★ | Toms Guide: ★★★½ 

Buy it if: You want a cheaper alternative to the iPad Air 6 or iPad Pro with Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard support. The iPad 10 is great for content consumption, internet browsing, emails, managing social media, and light productivity.

Don't buy it if: You want a tablet powerful enough to replace your laptop, in that case consider the new iPad Pro M4.View Deal

]]> https://www.laptopmag.com/tablets/ipads/i-review-tablets-for-a-living-and-the-tablet-i-tell-most-people-to-buy-is-just-dollar299-for-prime-day ttVLojjN2Pgdk3KyAbPqz3 Wed, 17 Jul 2024 19:04:42 +0000 <![CDATA[ I might have to try a Samsung tablet after seeing this epic Prime Day deal ]]> If you're hunting for a new tablet but don't want to pay Apple's sky-high iPad prices, look no further than this incredible Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus deal. 

Samsung's Galaxy tablets are strong rivals for the iPad and often cost far less without sacrificing any of the core features you need in a great tablet. Right now, you can snag the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus for a mere $190 on Amazon thanks to a Prime Day deal that slashes $80 off the regular price! 

The Galaxy Tab A9 Plus is a great all-around tablet for families, watching videos, reading, and more. It features a slim, lightweight design that's also durable enough to be safe for kids. This model also features 128GB of storage, so you'll have plenty of space for apps, games, and videos. The 11-inch display is the perfect balance for a great viewing experience that's also compact enough for traveling. 

If you want to save even more, you can get the 64GB version for just $142, a $78 discount from the usual price of $220. 

I'm usually a fan of iPads, but I might need to try out a Samsung tablet, even though this one is less than $200 for Prime Day. Android tablets aren't for everyone, but they can make for solid iPad alternatives, especially for kids and families. An affordable, durable tablet like the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus also makes a great travel tablet since you don't have to worry about losing much money if you break it or misplace it on the road. 

This deal can land you the lowest price ever on the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus, so don't miss out! 

Today's best Galaxy Tab A9 Plus Prime Day deal

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus
Was: $270
Now: $190 @ Amazon
Overview:
Lowest price! Now, for $80 off, the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus is at its best price yet! If you're looking for a worthy iPad alternative, the Galaxy Tab A9 is a top contender. 

Features: 11-inch WUXGA ‎(1920 x 1200) 90Hz LCD touch screen Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 8-core CPU, 8GB RAM, 128GB of storage (expandable via microSD), works with Amazon Alexa, Bixby, Google Assistant, Nest, Ring, SmartThings, Dex support, Android 13, includes Samsung Kids app. Battery: 7,040mAh. 

Release date: January 2024

Price history: This is the lowest price ever for the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus 

Price check: Best Buy $199

Reviews consensus: Although we didn't test this model, in our Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 review, we liked its colorful display, Dolby Atmos quad speakers, and impressive 13-hour+ battery life. Best Buy customers rate it 4.8 out of 5 stars. Proud owners like its sleek design, performance, and productivity prowess with Samsung Dex mode, 

Buy it if: You're looking for a solid iPad alternative, family tablet, or low-cost travel tablet. The Galaxy Tab A9 is an excellent pick if you want a mid-range Android tablet for streaming movies, video calls, browsing social media, and the internet.

Don't buy it if you want a tablet solely for entertainment and don't like Android OS. If so, consider the Amazon Fire HD 10, which runs on Fire OS.View Deal

]]> https://www.laptopmag.com/tablets/i-might-have-to-try-a-samsung-tablet-after-seeing-this-epic-prime-day-deal o3oBRKoaEw3dgs4z5EkBXR Wed, 17 Jul 2024 13:39:17 +0000 <![CDATA[ The single-best Amazon Kindle you should buy on Prime Day ]]> The best Amazon Kindle e-reader for most people is one that’s light and compact and stores just enough books (a few thousand or so) to keep you occupied for as long as you want.

We’re talking about the 16-gigabyte black Amazon Kindle. The 11th-generation of the Kindle, a.k.a. the 2022 edition, is a wonderfully attractive 15% off for Amazon Prime Day (Tuesday and Wednesday of this week), down to $84.99 from its original $99.99 price tag. And if you’d like it in denim blue, you can do that, too. Did we mention the battery lasts so long you might forget that it needs to be charged at all?

The $85 Prime Day price is just shy of the lowest price ever, too. (Back in February 2023, it was just $75, according to Camel Camel Camel.)

Sure, you could get the bigger Kindle, but why mess with a classic? 

Amazon Kindle (2022) $99.99 $84.99 @ Amazon

Overview: The small but mighty Kindle charges via a USB-C cable, and it's the best Kindle for most people. It is at its second-lowest price ever right now.

Battery: Six weeks on a single charge (based on a half-hour of reading per day at the light level of 13)

Storage: 16 gigabytes

Screen size: Six inches

Weight: 5.6 ounces

Dimensions: 6.2” x 4.3” x 0.32”

Wifi: Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks

Warranty: One year of warranty and service is includedView Deal

]]> https://www.laptopmag.com/16gb-2022-amazon-kindle-black E5tschykGx5VRbUx899oh Tue, 16 Jul 2024 21:43:48 +0000 <![CDATA[ This Prime Day iPad mini deal sent me into a swirling whirling vortex of nostalgia ]]> This Amazon Prime Day deal sent me on a trip down memory lane. At one point, the Apple iPad Mini was my go-to device for any tasks on the go. From taking notes in class to working on stories and scripts, I toted around the compact, powerful iPad Mini daily.

I've moved away from using a tablet as my daily device in favor of my phone, but this particular Prime Day deal has me questioning whether I should fix that. Apple hasn't updated the iPad Mini in a few years, which makes the iPad mini (6th Gen) the latest version of Apple's ultraportable tablet. And at $359, this is the cheapest the Apple iPad Mini (6th Gen) has ever been. Don't forget to check the on-page coupon to get the extra $20 off.

Sure, you can find cheaper tablets, but the Apple iPad Mini is still going to outperform most affordable tablets. Plus, it is one of the best tablets to buy if you want to use it with one hand.

Today's best Apple iPad Mini (6th Gen) deal

iPad mini (6th Gen): $499 $359 @ Amazon w/on-page coupon

Overview: Save $140 on the Apple iPad Mini (6th Gen) tablet with an Apple A15 processor, 64GB of storage, and 12MP front/12 MP back cameras.

Features: Apple A15 Bionic chipset, an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display, 64GB storage, Wi-Fi 6 support, 12MP front/12MP back camera, Touch ID

Release Date: September 24, 2021

Price History: The iPad Mini (6th Gen) with 64GB of storage and WiFi only connectivity initially launched for $499, though it can be frequently found on-sale for $399. The lowest price prior to this Prime Day was $375 on April 1, 2024, making today's deal the cheapest the iPad Mini has ever been.

Reviews:  In our review of the Apple iPad Mini (6th Gen), we praised Apple for giving the portable tablet a much-needed update to the processor, display, battery, and cameras.

Laptop Mag: ★★★★

Buy it if you: Want the most up-to-date Apple tablet you can use comfortably with one hand.

Don't buy it if: You want the latest Apple processor or a 

]]> https://www.laptopmag.com/tablets/this-prime-day-ipad-mini-deal-sent-me-into-a-swirling-whirling-vortex-of-nostalgia vLaxakuTAWB2CnkQWmp5Y Tue, 16 Jul 2024 21:39:03 +0000