TheiPadhas come a long way since its 2010 debut. It started off being criticized as nothing more than an enlarged, clunkyiPhone, but it has since become the tablet to aspire to. With many iterations targeting both portability and power in a durable and sleek build, there’s a lot to love about these aluminum slabs.
The iPad 10th gen should be on your Cyber Monday list, but so should this accessory
The Apple Magic Keyboard Folio for the iPad 10th generation is fantastic and this Cyber Monday saving is huge.
The iPad is a great multi-tasking device, and there are a range of coolcases and accessoriesthat allow you to make it your own or turn it into asecond laptop. However useful they are though, iPads are pricey bits of kit. And while Cyber Monday deals are here, they are ending soon, so if you’re going to invest in an Apple tablet, we recommend doing so quickly. Having reviewed and experienced every iPad to hit the market, we have compiled a list of our favorite tried and tested models currently on sale.
We are keeping a very close eye on iPad Cyber Monday sales. This section lists all the top iPad deals we have discovered so far and any new ones that have appeared in the last 24 hours. If no new deals have appeared, we are still listing the existing iPad deals we recommend most highly, so you’re able to see what the best deals are instantly.
Whether you’re a fan of the Home Button or looking for the newest iPad models on the market, you’re in luck because everything from the 9th generation iPad to the most recent Air and Pro models are discounted for Cyber Monday.
Apple iPad (9th generation, 2021)
Still featuring Apple’s iconic Home Button, the10.2-inch 9th generation iPadhas Apple’s bright Retina display, Lightning port connection, and first-generation Apple Pencil compatibility. For Cyber Monday, it’s on sale at Best Buy and Walmart for only $250, which is an absolute bargain for an Apple tablet.
Apple iPad (2022)
The10th generation regular iPadis a powerful tablet with a bright display, universal USB-C port, solid battery life, logical front camera position, and a budget-oriented price. With $100 off, it’s a brilliant price and the model we would recommend for most users.
Apple iPad Air (2022)
Winning one of Pocket-Lint’s Editor’s choice badges, the5th generation iPad Airdelivers fast performance thanks to the M1 processor, 2nd generation Apple Pencil support, a sleek design, and an improved selfie camera.
Apple iPad Mini (2021)
Essentially a mini version of the 2022 iPad Air, the Apple iPad mini (6th generation) has plenty of power and packs it into a more portable format with an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display. Giving it 5 stars in ourreview,the small and lightweight tablet is impressive. With $100 off, it’s a great price.
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (2022)
TheiPad Pro 11-inchpacks some serious power under its hood with the M2 chip running the show, but it is more compact and portable than the larger 12.9-inch Pro model. With $50 off, this model is well worth considering, though we also recommend looking at the iPad Air.
Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2022)
The12.9-inch Pro tabletdelivers truly professional performance, with 1600 nits peak brightness, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a Liquid Retina Mini-LED display. The M2 processor makes for fast workflow, from note-taking with the 2nd generation Apple Pencil or using it as a computer with a keyboard case.
Accessories can provide your iPad with protection and help with productivity. Here are some of our favorite keyboard cases and stylus pens currently on sale.
Apple Magic Keyboard Folio
TheApple Magic Keyboard Foliocase for the iPad (10th generation) is a must-have if you’re planning on working on the move. It’s a two-piece design that attaches magnetically and it offers a lovely typing experience. With $30 off at Best Buy, this is a great deal for one of the more expensive iPad accessories.
Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro
With the potential to turn your iPad Pro into a makeshift MacBook,Apple’s Magic Keyboardis a pricey investment, but now it’s on sale for a more digestible price. This isn’t the cheapest we have seen this month, but some money off is better than nothing.
Logitech Combo Touch
A personal favorite, the Logitech Combo Touch keyboard and case for the iPad Pro 12.9-inch allow for both powerful workflow and tablet protection.
Apple Pencil (USB-C)
The Apple Pencil (USB-C) is barely a month old, offering a great mid-way offering between the first generation Apple Pencil and the 2nd generation model. It will attach magnetically to a compatible iPad, entering sleep mode when it does and it is charged via USB-C. With 10 per cent off, it’s at its cheapest price so far.
Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)
The 2nd-generation Apple Pencil charges and connects along the iPad’s magnetic strip, giving your tablet more of a traditional pen and paper notebook look and feel. There’s currently nearly $50 off at Amazon for Cyber Monday.
Apple Pencil (1st Generation)
The 1st-generation Apple Pencil can digitize your artwork, notes, and more by charging via a Lightning port.
What is the newest iPad?
The 10th generation of the regular iPad came out in 2022, as did the 5th generation iPad Air, the 4th generation iPad Pro 11-inch and the 6th generation iPad Pro 12.9-inch. Apple still sells the 9th generation of the regular iPad alongside the 10th generation, though it has an older design with Touch ID in the Home Button beneath the screen rather than within the power button at the top. You canread our iPad (10th generation) vs iPad (9th generation) featureto find out all the differences.
What is the cheapest iPad?
Currently - thanks to Cyber Monday - the 9th generation iPad fro 2021 is the cheapest - on sale at Best Buy for only $250. This isn’t the cheapest we have seen, but it is still a bargain.
If you are planning on running Photoshop on your iPad, you’ll need to look at the iPad Pro models. Photoshop is a fantastic app, but it requires quite a lot of power and to get the best experience, we would recommend the iPad Pro 11-inch or iPad Pro 12.9-inch, both of which run on the M2 Apple Silicon chip. The iPad Air runs on the M1, and it can also handle Photoshop, but the Pro models will deliver the most seamless experience overall.
The following iPad models are compatible with the 2nd generation Apple Pencil, whichcharges along the tablet’s magnetic strip:
To see a full list of which Apple Pencil your iPad is compatible with, look onApple’s website. The Apple Pencil (USB-C) is new, and it too attaches magnetically, which means it isn’t compatible with the 9th generation iPad but it is compatible with the iPad (10th generation).
Pocket-lint experts have been testing and reviewing iPads since the tablet’s 2010 debut (lookhereto see a blast from the past). We’ve seen them all, and we use them on a daily basis, too, from the iPad mini through to the iPad Pro models. As we look for iPad deals, we’re looking for price drops and bargains, recommending some of our favorite tested products and giving our honest, thorough feedback to help your buying decisions best.
