Sell iPad 2 for the new iPad?

[clcnyc]

So, I'm contemplating selling my iPad 2 for the "new iPad" (not mini). Is this a bad idea? My iPad 2 is in perfect condition. I'd just like something faster. But I also know it's a wee bit thicker. Yes, I realize I'm giving in to the get everything new temptation. It's just so shiny and new

Thoughts? Who else is doing this?

 

[Jonnyfive]

So, I'm contemplating selling my iPad 2 for the "new iPad" (not mini). Is this a bad idea? My iPad 2 is in perfect condition. I'd just like something faster. But I also know it's a wee bit thicker. Yes, I realize I'm giving in to the get everything new temptation. It's just so shiny and new

Thoughts? Who else is doing this?

I've got a 2 still and haven't seen the need to upgrade.

The retina is a selling point. Plus it's nice to get a new shiny gadget...

 

[AJsAWiz]

Go For It!

So, I'm contemplating selling my iPad 2 for the "new iPad" (not mini). Is this a bad idea? My iPad 2 is in perfect condition. I'd just like something faster. But I also know it's a wee bit thicker. Yes, I realize I'm giving in to the get everything new temptation. It's just so shiny and new

Thoughts? Who else is doing this?

Nah, not at all. I'm doing the same (selling my 32 gb iPad2) except I opted for the 64 gb black iPad Mini. Anyway, if my preference was for the new iPad model, I'd still sell my iPad 2 in a heartbeat. Life is too short for you not to have what you want

 

[ucfgrad93]

I think the new iPad is a nice upgrade from the iPad 2. Go for it, OP.

 

[rockyroad55]

I'd do it.

 

[mac jones]

I have both

Thing is, I'm typing this on the 2 right now. Why?

Because the 3 takes soooo long to charge, ands its out of power.

But the new charger hopefully will help this . Also, I think the 2s battery life in general is a few hours longer. In other words: I like it.

 

[martinm0]

I really thought I wouldn't want/need the Retina display on the iPad 3 when it came out, but I'm at a point where I can't even use my iPad 2 because of how pixelated the text is compared to my iPhone. The sad thing is that the wife bought me the iPad 2 last year and will not let me resell it. Sigh.

 

[clcnyc]

I really thought I wouldn't want/need the Retina display on the iPad 3 when it came out, but I'm at a point where I can't even use my iPad 2 because of how pixelated the text is compared to my iPhone. The sad thing is that the wife bought me the iPad 2 last year and will not let me resell it. Sigh.

I think my biggest concern is the weight/thickness. Is it that noticeable?

 

[aneftp]

If money is no issue. Sell iPad 2 and get iPad 4.

But honestly (I own all 3 iPads). iPad 2 and 3 are very similar in speeds.

Sure iPad 4 will be faster. But I think u just hang on to iPad 2 until next iPad 5 release.

iPad 3 is heavier than 2. Hopefully iPad 5 will e lighter. Retina display isn't essential for most of us.

 

[Breaking Good]

Just my opinion, I would do it for an iPad 4. I would not do it for an iPad mini.

The iPad 4 is sporting the latest processor, the latest plug and the retina display. I predict it will be around and supported for some time.

The iPad mini is running a obsolete processor and and yesterday's technology for the screen. It think Apple will end up dropping it like a bad habit pretty quick.

 

[Menel]

The iPad mini is running a obsolete processor and and yesterday's technology for the screen. It think Apple will end up dropping it like a bad habit pretty quick.

Yes, yes, but no.

Yes it's old. But Apple won't be dropping support. Look at 3GS. 3 yrs old and still getting support because they were still selling it.

A5 is not wimpy, for a mobile device running mobile applications. The dual-core A5 is a capable cpu for the masses.

Most here are nerds representing the .01%.

 

[coldpower27]

If money is no issue. Sell iPad 2 and get iPad 4.

But honestly (I own all 3 iPads). iPad 2 and 3 are very similar in speeds.

Sure iPad 4 will be faster. But I think u just hang on to iPad 2 until next iPad 5 release.

iPad 3 is heavier than 2. Hopefully iPad 5 will e lighter. Retina display isn't essential for most of us.

Makes sense as the iPad 3 and 2 still have the same CPU.

iPad 4 finally brings things back to iPad 2 equivalent levels. Screen is 4x the resolution, but the GPU is 4x more powerful. Plus 2x faster CPU!

Now I will just have to make sure to charge the iPad 4 every night it's below 50% power.

 

[pooleman]

I really thought I wouldn't want/need the Retina display on the iPad 3 when it came out, but I'm at a point where I can't even use my iPad 2 because of how pixelated the text is compared to my iPhone. The sad thing is that the wife bought me the iPad 2 last year and will not let me resell it. Sigh.

I'm dealing with this same issue right now with my wife. I want a new mini but my ipad 2 is still running great. Ugh.

 

[martinm0]

I think my biggest concern is the weight/thickness. Is it that noticeable?

The weight/thickness isn't really that noticeable. Only time it came up is when I tried to put my iPad 2 hard case on the 3, which wouldn't fit. Otherwise its the heat that was the most noticeable for me. But the retina screen is really worth it for any/all of these tradeoffs.

 

[urkel]

IMO, unless you have a specific need that isn't addressed with your iPad 2 then I'd wait for the iPad 5 because I never had issues with the iPad 2 screen and the difference between 2 and 3 didn't feel like much and I went back to the 2. So what I'm waiting for is a redesign.

 

[joshwithachance]

I ended up selling my refurbished 16GB white iPad 2 a couple days ago on Amazon for $330 so upgrading to the 4 isn't such a financial burden. I think it'll be a very worthy upgrade from the iPad 2 to be honest. The retina display, A6X processer, and HD cameras alone make for a much better tablet.