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Apple's just doubled the iPad's storage — and you can already grab the new model on sale

Apple's just doubled the iPad's storage — and you can already grab the new model on sale

Yahoo11-04-2025
The newest iPad, the 11th-gen, features twice the storage of the old model, a gorgeous 11-inch screen and is already on sale, even though it's only been out for a month. It's $29 off, bringing it down to $320. If you've been waiting for the right moment to upgrade from a sluggish, overworked unit, consider this your sign. Whether you use it for streaming, working or endlessly scrolling, snagging the latest model at a discount.
Significant discounts on Apple's iPads are rare, which makes scoring the newest generation at a lower price a huge win.
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It's an ultra-light, thin tablet that's powerful enough to replace your laptop for most tasks but slips into your bag with room to spare. With a spacious 11-inch Liquid Retina display, you're swiping and scrolling in vibrant color and sharpness that makes any screen that came before it feel like an old tube TV.
If you've got a habit of toggling among a dozen apps, streaming videos and replying to messages simultaneously, you're in for a treat. This iPad is ready to keep up with whatever you throw its way. And if you're into gaming, the graphics capabilities mean you can play even demanding games without dropping a frame.
And let's talk accessories — with the Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil (both of which, as you would expect, work like a dream with this model), you can turn it into a creative platform or an after-hours work station whenever you feel the urge. The only thing it can't do is support Apple Intelligence. For that, you'll have to snag an iPad Air, iPad Pro or the iPad mini.
This iPad is so new, it only has a handful of reviews, but the previous version, which is remarkably similar — other than the fact that, as mentioned, it has half the storage — has received nearly 23,000 ecstatic reviews from fans plus an endorsement from our trusted tech tester, Rick Broida.
"There's just something about the iPad," Broida says. "While it may be two years old, there's no denying the iPad 10.9's appeal, starting with a slightly larger screen inside a frame that's roughly the same size as before. Gone is the home button; in its place, a power button that supports Touch ID. And if you're tired of the bland silver and space-gray color choices, the 10th-generation iPad adds blue, pink and yellow options to the mix."
Rick went on to say, "Apple also made a bunch of under-the-hood improvements, including a faster processor, more RAM (4GB instead of 3GB), Bluetooth 5.0 (up from 4.2) and a USB-C charging port. (So long, Lightning!) None of these upgrades are what I'd consider must-haves, but they do make an already excellent tablet even better."
This five-star review comes from a longtime fan: "This is an excellent update for my daughter's ancient iPad. She's constantly exclaiming about how much faster this one is, how easily it runs games, and how beautiful the graphics are. We've had zero technical issues with it, and like most Apple devices, set up was a total breeze. [The] 10th generation is neat because of the color choices. The pink one was such a hit. The battery life is pretty awesome. She can watch shows or play games for hours and hours without having to plug it in."
"As I get older, vision challenges make it inconvenient to spend a lot of screen time on my iPhone — whether it's checking emails, Facebook posting or playing games," began one buyer. "I decided to bite the bullet and move up to the iPad, and although it's only been a couple of weeks, I'm extremely pleased with my investment (and it was an investment, as I went with the newer model and higher memory). It's extremely convenient and the screen is amazingly clear."
"No Face ID is ridiculous at this point," carped this customer, "and the fingerprint scanner being located in the power button, while fast-acting, isn't as handy as when it was easier to access on the front panel."
If you have Amazon Prime, you'll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.)
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
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