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For Amazon Prime Day 2024, several Apple iPad models have been discounted by up to 30%. Discounts include the 6th generation iPad Air with the M2 chip and the 7th generation iPad Pro with the M4 chip, both of which were released earlier this year. These are all original retail packaged Apple products with full one-year warranties and AppleCare eligibility. These are the lowest prices on the best iPad models we’ve seen so far in 2024, and you’ll probably have to wait until Black Friday to find a good deal.

TL;DR: These are the best first-day deals for the iPad

Apple iPad 10.9″ 10th Generation for $277.99

For most people, this is the iPad you should get. The 10th generation iPad has significant improvements over its predecessor. For starters, the new iPad features a slimmer bezel, so it looks less bulky and can fit a larger display (10.9″ vs. 10.2″) within the same footprint. It also has a faster A14 Bionic chip (versus the 9th gen A13), which equates to a 20% increase in CPU performance and a 10% increase in GPU performance. It’s now compatible with the latest Apple Magic Folio keyboard, turning it into a mini laptop for better workflow (and one of the best iPads for students). Other welcome features include the move to a universal USB Type-C port, a better camera and an updated Wi-Fi 6 protocol. That’s a lot of improvements for just a $50 premium.

Apple iPad 9th generation for $249

Simply put, if you want the iPad experience at the lowest possible price, then this is the best iPad model you can get. It’s $50 cheaper than the newer 10th-gen model. While the new iPad has a few upgrades over that model, depending on your needs, they may not be worth the extra cost.

Apple iPad Mini 6th Generation for $379.99

Apple iPad Mini 6th generation

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The iPad Mini may be the smallest tablet of the bunch, but that doesn’t mean it’s sloppy in any way. Despite being released in 2021, the iPad Mini has a more powerful A15 Bionic processor than the 10th generation iPad. Despite the small form factor, iPad Mini still manages to accommodate a spacious 8.3″ Liquid Retina display with True Tone and Wide Color. It features a USB Type-C port for charging and supports Apple Pencil 2 for better workflow. If you are looking for the most pocketable iPad, this is your choice.

(Release 2024) Apple iPad Air 6th Generation 11″ or 13″ from $559

Apple iPad Air 11″ M2 6th Gen

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Apple iPad Air 13″ M2 6th Gen

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The Apple iPad Air was refreshed earlier this year. It now comes in two sizes – 11″ and 13″ – and boasts a more powerful M2 chip, the same as the previous generation iPad Pro. No matter what size you choose, you’re getting a very nice display that’s better than the standard iPad as it supports both True Tone and P3 wide color. Interestingly, the Air is no longer the lightest and thinnest iPad… the new iPad Pro already claims that title.

(2024) Apple iPad Pro 7th Generation 11″ or 13″ from $899

Apple iPad Pro 11″ OLED M4 7th generation

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Apple iPad Pro 13″ OLED M4 7th generation

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The new-for-2024 iPad Pro is Apple’s first device equipped with an M4 chip. It’s significantly more powerful than the previous generation models, but an equally significant update is the display. Both the 11″ and 13″ models are equipped with a tandem OLED display that looks absolutely stunning. This OLED display is incredibly bright, much brighter than the OLED technology used in today’s TVs and monitors. The unfortunate side effect of these significant upgrades is a significant price increase. Fortunately, Prime Day is the absolute best time to drop the price down to a more reasonable level.

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