iPad refurb question...

[Jedi5]

Tempted to buy a refurb iPad off the the Apple store.
What are the odds if any that the iPad I get will show signs of wear and tear?
I've bought refurb before where the item came in looking new.
Of course that purchase was minor compared to the iPad.

I just don't want to buy a refurb iPad only for it to come in looking used.

 

[deeddawg]

Refurb ipads are given new batteries and new shell, so what you get should be indistinguishable from new. They also carry a full year applecare warranty, extendable as would be a new unit.

From http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/specialdeals/ipad:

Apple Certified Refurbished
We test and certify all Apple refurbished products and include a 1-year warranty.
All refurbished iPad models also include a brand new battery and outer shell.

 

[darngooddesign]

The refurbs will look brand new , have a brand new battery, and have the same warranty as a new one. Given the opportunity I would buy a refurb iPad 1 over a new iPad 1.