Best Deal for iPad 2?

[rikramer]

Hi everyone, What's the consensus for the best deal out there on a 16GB wifi iPad 2? I'm not interested in a used iPad but would pick up a refurbished one.

I've been searching tonight and here's what I've found:

Apple Refurb: $349 before corporate discount
Micro Center (new?): $360:

http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0359948

I had never heard of Micro Center but I saw them recommended elsewhere on this board. Is there a reason their price is so much cheaper than Apples? There site says they are an authorized reseller. Is it really a new product?

Are there any cheaper options out there that I am missing?

 

[rikramer]

Just noticed that the Micro Center deal is in person only and that isn't going to work. So is the Apple refurb option the best deal out there? Anyone?

 

[noteple]

There is only one factory refurb and thats from the factory, Apple.

Looks new, reasonable price, full warranty, and eligible for Apple care.

 

[jammybastard]

Agreed. Stick with the Apple refurb.
I've bought two Ipad2s and 1 '11 MBP from Apple "refurb" w/o any issues.
You get all the benefits of a "new" purchase and you save $$$.
Can't beat that.