Amazon has just slashed the price of the 10th generation Apple iPad to an incredible $259.99 with free shipping. You can snag this deal in either Blue or Silver. This price is nearly the lowest we've ever seen, with the iPad hitting $249 for just a brief moment during Black Friday last year before selling out completely. The reason behind this price drop? The announcement of the new 11th generation iPad, which is now available for preorder on Amazon with a scheduled March shipment.

Apple iPad 10.9" 10th Gen for $259.99

Blue### Apple iPad (10th Generation) 64GB Wi-Fi

5$349.00 save 26%$259.99 at AmazonSilver### Apple iPad (10th Generation) 64GB Wi-Fi

2$349.00 save 26%$259.99 at Amazon

We've selected this model as the best overall iPad for 2025. For the majority of users, the standard iPad (as opposed to the Air, Mini, or Pro) strikes the perfect balance, offering nearly all the advantages of the iOS operating system and responsive performance at a budget-friendly price. This 10th gen iPad boasts a 10.9-inch display, an A14 Bionic chip, 64GB of internal storage, WiFi-6 connectivity, a universal USB Type-C charging port, and compatibility with the Magic Folio keyboard, transforming it into a mini laptop for enhanced productivity. While a newer iPad model is on the horizon, the incremental upgrades might not justify the additional cost.

Preorder the New 11th Gen Apple iPad

Out March 12### Apple iPad (11th Generation)

9$349.00 at Amazon

If you're willing to spend an extra $70-$90, the 2025 11th generation Apple iPad is now up for preorder. It comes equipped with a more powerful A16 Bionic chip, a slightly larger 11-inch display, and 128GB of internal storage. Note that Apple Intelligence will not be available on this model. While the upgrades are incremental, if you plan to use the iPad for the long term, it might be worth the investment.

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