Nevertheless, sometimes you just need the bare minimum – an iPad to give to your toddler, or a glorified eReader with a coloured screen. In cases like these, Apple’s old 10.2” iPad from 2021 is the perfect choice. Luckily, you can now buy the vanilla iPad (2021) for just 249.99 from BestBuy.
You will be getting the entry-level model, which comes with 64 GB of internal storage and only Wi-Fi connectivity. The discount applies to both color options, so you can choose between Space Gray and Silver. You can also get the beefier 256GB version, which is also on sale.
Firstly, unlike the higher-end iPads, this model is stuck with the Lightning port. This is above all a nuisance, but should be taken into account, especially when it comes to accessories. Speaking of which, the 2021 iPad is only compatible with the older, 1st generation Apple Pencil.
The iPad 2021 might be basic, but there is nothing wrong with that. After all, do you really need to spend $1000+ on a device you only surf the web with?
