I am kind of upset about this..especially because of future resale value...The box just says "iPad"...There is nothing on the box to signify it is the newest version, or anything...That could be to some people just a first gen iPad...I don't know..maybe I am just thinking way to into this...I bought several today...The family loves these things!
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Why didn't the new box signify a new iPad??
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Actually iPad 2's manufactured after iCloud came out do have the iCloud icon on the box. I noticed this while browsing at Christmas.
Lol, the name of the product is iPad, like Macbook Pro or Macbook air. In a few weeks/months, the website will change the name and it will just be iPad. They just want to denote for now that it is "new" just like the apple TV, and or any other product from them. It is not truly called the "new iPad" jut iPad.
iPad 2's also had iCloud in 4Q11, my parent's did. Apple added the sticker for iPad 2's preloaded with iOS5.
Apple probably had to use some extra iPad2 boxes they had lying around 
It says what the product is.... iPad
It says what the product is.... iPad
The new wallpaper on the iPad on the box is the identifier. The naming scheme and box art are in line with MBPs, MBAs, etc. It makes sense, and no one will think you're selling the wrong model - the Apple product code will clearly be on the box.
Future resale value? Dude, it's a consumer electronics device, not a car. Get a grip.
Besides, there's a model number right on the back of the box.
Just say "3rd generation" on your craigslist posting. Most people will believe you, if not show them the screen or serial number.
Good point...thanks..at least you were kind enough to show a difference in the box.
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Good to know...didnt even know that..thanks!
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I thought the exact same thing but I bought the AT&T version and it has 4G on the back so that's a good identifier of it being an iPad 3.
I've never resold any of the Apple products I've bought, but I do have all the boxen lined up on the top of my bookcase in my office. Apparently I see them as some kind of "power crystals".