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Don't wait for Black Friday: Apple's 9th Gen iPad is back down to its $200 low
Last year's model is this year's bargain — get an eye-popping 40% off this still-snappy tablet with an upgraded processor.
Red alert! Amazon has slashed the price of the 9th-generation iPad to a jaw-dropping $200, so if you're on the hunt for an unbeatable tablet deal, there's no need to wait until Black Friday. It may not be the latest model, but this tablet holds its own with solid performance and access to Apple's unbeatable ecosystem of apps and accessories. Plus, it's got features you won’t find on the newer models, like the trusty headphone jack and the classic Home button.
This price feels almost too good to be true, so it might not stick around for long. If you're looking for a capable tablet at a killer price, now's the time to add this one to your cart.
Never mind that it's a previous-generation model. iPads hold their value, and this iPad is one of the best tablets you can buy, period — especially at this heavily discounted price.
Why is this a good deal? ??
A discount of nearly $130 (just shy of 40%) is significant, but that markdown is even more eye-catching when you consider this model comes with 64GB of storage. This is on par with the lowest price on record, so why not cross an iPad off your shopping list a little early?
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Why do I need this? ??
This iPad is fast (thanks to an upgraded processor) and equipped with a greatly improved front camera over the 8th generation for better video calls. That cam, coupled with Apple's Center Stage feature, automatically keeps the focus on the subject (you) as you move around — and it'll even widen out if someone else enters the frame.
Everything else will seem fairly familiar to past iPad owners. This model still relies on Apple's Lightning connector (rather than USB-C, which higher-end models and the new iPad mini have embraced). It has a home button with Touch ID and a fairly chunky bezel along the top and bottom edges.
What reviewers say ??
This iPad has received over 61,000 ecstatic reviews from fans.
Pros ??
"Bought this iPad for the fourth and last grandchild, as we had with the last three," wrote an enthusiastic grandparent. "He is enjoying it and FaceTimes us every day. That, we love the best."
Another raved: "This latest and affordable iPad is up-to-date, smooth and easy to navigate. What really [got me] was when I learned that all the data and apps from my iPhone 11 could be transferred to the iPad by following easy-to-understand instructions. I did that, and within about 15 minutes, everything from the iPhone jumped over to my new iPad. How cool is that? I’ve owned earlier iPad versions, but this one leaves those in the dust. It’s well worth the update."
"There are so many different things possible to use this device for. I got mine to start a digital planner and it works wonderfully," one satisfied customer said. "One charge lasts me days. The picture quality is great if you want to watch movies or read an article/blog."
Cons ??
"The only downside, I would say, is the battery life. It's not bad by any means, but I would say it's not as good as some other tablet options out there. I still get plenty of good use out of it on one charge before needing to plug it in. Overall, really no complaints," said one shopper.
"Never bought a tablet before, but I'm so glad I did," wrote this final fan. "I got a great deal on this and I'm using it every day for schoolwork and art. It can get overheated pretty quickly, but it doesn't impair the tech at all. Just gets a little too hot to hold without a case. With a case I can use it for hours and not think of it."
If you've been eyeballing an iPad, this is the time to act: It's not likely you'll see any bigger discounts (on this model, anyway).
If you have Amazon Prime, you'll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.)
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
