Didn't see this here yet so I will post.
http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/specialdeals/ipad?mco=MTM3NDc5OTE
http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/specialdeals/ipad?mco=MTM3NDc5OTE
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Refurbs hit the Apple Store!
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Yeah, I saw it this morning after weeks of wondering why there was no refurb iPad section in the store. Still, I think I might shy away from buying either a laptop or iPad from the refurb store because of potential issues from wear & tear (bumps, jostling, etc). It might pass Apple's rigorous testing now, but become an issue later. I don't expect the same problems from a refurb desktop (which is why my Mac mini was a refurb).
This is the same reason why I have bought the extended AppleCare on laptops but declined to do so on desktops - the laptops suffer more physical wear & tear as part of normal usage.
This is the same reason why I have bought the extended AppleCare on laptops but declined to do so on desktops - the laptops suffer more physical wear & tear as part of normal usage.
Never had a single problem ever with any of the three laptops I've purchased from the Apple refurb store. My MBP in my sig going strong on 2 years.
I'm considering getting a 16gb refurb to store .pdf and Powerpoints on to review after class, instead of a netbook. That is, if the outrageous Craigslist prices don't go down at all. People are asking $510-$525 for used 16gb wifi iPads here.
I'm considering getting a 16gb refurb to store .pdf and Powerpoints on to review after class, instead of a netbook. That is, if the outrageous Craigslist prices don't go down at all. People are asking $510-$525 for used 16gb wifi iPads here.
When you're paying $45k a year for tuition + living and textbooks, you find discounts wherever you can. And Apple refurbs are as good as new.
The thing that makes it less attractive is tax. You can buy a ipad from a online reseller and not have to pay tax and most of the time is free shipping. So you can get a 16GB Wifi for $499 total. Through Apple, you still have to pay tax which can add $25-$35 (depending on where you live) to your final price making it less attractive.
Don't get me wrong, i'm glad there's a option for a refurb, i just don't think $50 dollars (and potentionally less with tax) difference would make me choose a refurb over a new one.
Ahhh, yes, good point. Thanks for reminding me of this before I got too excited about the refurbs!
rather than saving $50 it's best to just get a new one.
if it were at least $80 off then it would sound decent to get a refurbished iPad
if it were at least $80 off then it would sound decent to get a refurbished iPad
Yes. Apple refurbs are very good (one of the best in the industry, if not the best) with full warranty. Prices would go down on resales because there is a new alternative in which one would be dealing with Apple instead of the risks inherent to individual resales.
This is a good point. Damn apple for making such good refurbs (insert sarcasm).
Quick question- will the AppleCare plan I purchased with the iPad be transferrable to a buyer if I did eventually sell it?
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Apple gave me 100 dollars coupon that you can take off 100 dollars on anything you purchase as long as you are buying a product that is 300 dollars or higher. 499-100=399 dollars.
Meh...so if you had waited you could have got one of these iPads for $349 then and got an even better deal...
I agree with you. The 50 bucks isn't much of a discount for a refurb.
I know that Apple has a great reputation with refurbs (my boss swears by her Macbook Air refurb) but I just don't think I would go this route. Just not for me.