Amazon has just slashed the price of the 10th generation Apple iPad to a remarkable $259.99, including shipping. You can grab this deal in either Blue or Silver. This price is nearly the lowest we've ever seen; it briefly dipped to $249 during Black Friday last year but sold out within 24 hours. The reason for this price drop? The new 11th generation iPad has been announced and is now available for preorder on Amazon with a ship date in March.
Apple iPad 10.9" 10th Gen for $259.99
Blue### Apple iPad (10th Generation) 64GB Wi-Fi
5$349.00 save 26%$259.99 at Amazon
Silver### Apple iPad (10th Generation) 64GB Wi-Fi
2$349.00 save 26%$259.99 at Amazon
We've selected this model as the best overall iPad for 2025. For most users, the standard iPad, as opposed to the Air, Mini, or Pro models, strikes the perfect balance between performance and affordability. This 10th gen iPad boasts a 10.9-inch display, an A14 Bionic chip, 64GB of storage, WiFi-6 connectivity, and a universal USB Type-C port for charging. It's also compatible with the Magic Folio keyboard, allowing you to transform it into a mini laptop for enhanced productivity. Although a new iPad is on the way, the price increase might not justify the minor upgrades for many users.
Preorder the New 11th Gen Apple iPad
Out March 12### Apple iPad (11th Generation)
9$349.00 at Amazon
For those willing to spend an additional $70 to $90, the 2025 11th generation Apple iPad is now up for preorder. It comes with a more powerful A16 Bionic chip, a slightly larger 11-inch display, and 128GB of storage. However, it won't feature Apple Intelligence. While the upgrades are incremental, the 11th gen could be a solid choice for long-term use.
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