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Apple iPads

EddieW — Wed, 12 Feb 2020 16:43:49 GMT

Why can’t QVC just offer the iPad alone instead of all the stuff they offer with it. Most of it is only trial programs and stuff we wouldn’t use or buy anyway.

Re: Apple iPads

Kachina624 — Wed, 12 Feb 2020 16:50:59 GMT

You can get the iPad alone, and the latest model at thst, at the Apple Store.

QVC sells it with accessories so they can wring a little more $$ from the customer.

Re: Apple iPads

Meowingkitty — Wed, 12 Feb 2020 17:54:16 GMT

I just bought a new IPad Pro for $50 less than the Apple store at Costco. QVC sells junk accessories to make you think you need those things when in reality they are cheap and they can make a profit. All you need is a case and maybe earbuds if you want to watch videos.

Re: Apple iPads

millieshops — Wed, 12 Feb 2020 18:18:14 GMT

Why? Only way we can know why would be if either Apple or QVC gave us the inside scoop on their contract with each other.

I don't much care about the why. How does knowing why help my decision whether to purchase something?

Re: Apple iPads

jackthebear — Thu, 13 Feb 2020 13:49:34 GMT

@EddieW wrote:
Why can’t QVC just offer the iPad alone instead of all the stuff they offer with it. Most of it is only trial programs and stuff we wouldn’t use or buy anyway.

i suspect they can't a deal with Apple as a licensed seller only as a reseller with the c--p to sweeten the pot

Re: Apple iPads

Cats3000 — Thu, 13 Feb 2020 20:00:26 GMT

@EddieWBecause that's how they make their money. Sort of like a car dealer adding rust proofing and other stuff. Those are the big profit items.

If you want an iPad, buy it directly from Apple (Apple On-line, Apple Retail Store). There you get the latest product without all the other stuff. Want some other stuff? You can choose things there.

Re: Apple iPads

Cats3000 — Thu, 13 Feb 2020 20:02:53 GMT

@jackthebearNone of the TV Shopping Channels are Authorized Apple Resellers. I have no idea where and how they're getting the stuff. Apple Authorized Resellers work like the Apple Retail Stores.

Re: Apple iPads

Nuttmeg — Thu, 13 Feb 2020 20:45:29 GMT

Apple has a tool to on their site to help customers locate authorized retailers by zip code.

Re: Apple iPads

Still Raining — Thu, 13 Feb 2020 21:44:14 GMT

Why would anyone buy an iPad here at all?

Re: Apple iPads

glb613 — Fri, 14 Feb 2020 11:03:48 GMT

@Still Raining wrote:
Why would anyone buy an iPad here at all?

EZ Pay! They can stretch out their payments and doesn't have to finance or have good credit.

Re: Apple iPads

JumpTheRope — Sat, 15 Feb 2020 08:23:47 GMT

A week or so ago, Amazon had the latest generation 10.2”

basic Ipad for $249/new.

In their Warehouse it was $229/new, but the box was slightly damaged.

I bought my (2018) 6th Gen./new first Ipad ever for $249 there.

I added a FINTIE magnetic thin case (in matching rose gold color) for $10.

Plus Amazon’s :::::::fast shipping and easy return policy only added to my purchasing decision.

Prior to my first “bite of the Apple”, I was a huge K/Fire fan and

(for real) had every size/version they made.

Since the first time I used the Ipad, I gave away all my K/Fires except

an HDX and an original 6”.

I urge you to try one out! The basic Ipad is perfect for nearly everyone,

although some feel they need the $800+ version.............(maybe it does their dishes too!.) lol

Re: Apple iPads

glb613 — Sat, 15 Feb 2020 11:30:15 GMT

@JumpTheRope wrote:
A week or so ago, Amazon had the latest generation 10.2”
basic Ipad for $249/new.

In their Warehouse it was $229/new, but the box was slightly damaged.

I bought my (2018) 6th Gen./new first Ipad ever for $249 there.

I added a FINTIE magnetic thin case (in matching rose gold color) for $10.

Plus Amazon’s :::::::fast shipping and easy return policy only added to my purchasing decision.

Prior to my first “bite of the Apple”, I was a huge K/Fire fan and
(for real) had every size/version they made.

Since the first time I used the Ipad, I gave away all my K/Fires except
an HDX and an original 6”.

I urge you to try one out! The basic Ipad is perfect for nearly everyone,
although some feel they need the $800+ version.............(maybe it does their dishes too!.) lol

Don't waste your time trying to talk people out of buying from QVC. It doesn't work.

Re: Apple iPads

Nuttmeg — Sat, 15 Feb 2020 13:35:35 GMT

@JumpTheRope

My mother had an expression, each person should do what makes them happy.

If people are happy buying an iPad from QVC, then enjoy.

I buy my Samsung galaxy tablets from Amazon. They usually will offer a small discount during the holiday season.

Amazon allowed customers until the end of January to return many items.

The used like new products can be a good value. I would not buy a used Samsung tablet. LOL, Samsung is not Apple.

Re: Apple iPads

Charlottesmom — Sun, 16 Feb 2020 17:55:58 GMT

apple has funding thru Barclay Bank same as cash credit card as long as paid on time. exactly like ez pay. buy from the apple store

Re: Apple iPads

BriggsiePeawiggle — Wed, 19 Feb 2020 17:35:25 GMT

I got my iPad Pro from BH Photo at a markedly decreased price during a sale. It's a fabulous, huge hard drive gadget, and I bought an Apple Pen from them too....bot a keyboard and cover elsewhere.....but I LOVE that thing -- use it for my work as a choral director/musician. All my choral music is on it. No more fumbling for page turns during a presentation. I wish they'd make an even huger version so I could put my organ scores on it too. I can't see the 12" from the music rack at the organ. I would never buy an apple product from here. Their prices are just too high.