topic Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE in Electronics

IPAD HELP PLEASE

RespectLife — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 13:29:04 GMT

I don't have any Apple products but want to get my kids an Ipad for Christmas.

There is an upcoming TSV I believe

Apple ipad 10.2" Gen 9 with Accessories & Voucher for $499 64 GB or $669 256 GB

Can't get it to come up so not sure of the 'accessories' or other details but:

1. Is 64 GB too low for movies, gaming, pictures etc. My kids and grandkids both would be using it.

Should I get the 256 GB?

2. Does either look like a good/fair price?

I am pretty sure I can use 12 mos free financing on my Q card.

3. Is Gen 9 new? old? obsolete?

4. Is 10.2" the size of the screen? Is this a nice size one? I don't want a small one...a full size Ipad!

I know nothing of tablets/pads etc. so any help would be greatly appreaciated.

TIA !!!

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

NigelSparkles — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 13:09:38 GMT

Gen 9 is current, and 10.2 is a normal sized iPad. There is also and iPad Pro that is larger, but at a higher price point. The link you put up to the QVC item you are considering shows sold out at the moment and wouldn't show me what accessories it includes.

I'd say that 64gb is on the small side, IMO the 256 would be better and wha tI would choose. There are a few choices you'd need to make - do you want straight wi-fi or wi-fi with cellular? There are two regular sized iPad models - iPad Air and plain iPad. The plain iPad is lower priced. I happen to have one of each and actually prefer the plain over the Air - I find the Air model to use up the bettery much faster.

My suggestion would be to go to the Apple website and check out what is available. It gives all the specifications and combinations available. It will answer some of you questions and help you decide what is best for you. As for the accessories, there are tons of choices on Amazon and other stores at widely varying prices. You might do better shopping around a bit once you decide exactly what you want.

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

Teddixat — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 13:09:55 GMT

@RespectLife I would get the 256GB. The price sounds good. Depends on what the accessories are but I'm sure the kids will appreciate it. I have the 12.9 2018 version I got as an Xmas present and it was almost $1000. I love my IPad. I use it a lot. I also have a MacBook Air laptop and love it too. I am a big Apple products fan

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

KBEANS — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 13:34:58 GMT

@RespectLife Go with the 256. That's what I have and I use it all the time. I never use my laptop anymore and only work off of a computer at work.

They will love it and there's a lot of storage which will be appreciated. Great gift. And yes it is a fair price. I'm not sure about gaming though. My son always said he liked android for gaming. But in my opinion No one looks down on an iPad and it's way better than an Amazon tablet!!!

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

RespectLife — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 13:35:05 GMT

Thank you @NigelSparkles

I forgot I had posted the link (which is not active yet) so I retyped it so this doesn't get poofed or something. Thanks!

I did go to the Apple website but couldn't really make heads or tails of it.

To me, all it looked like they were offering in the box was the 10.2" 9 gen 256gb ipad only...and usb and adaptor. That's it. No keyboard etc.

It showed $479 jumped to $609 for WiFi celluar...which I don't think they need.

I won't know til QVC makes available the full details on what the accoessories and extras are.

Appreciate your help.

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

RespectLife — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 13:37:43 GMT

Thanks very much @KBEANS and @Teddixat

I appreciate your thoughts...seems like 256 is the way to go.

I'll be interested to see what comes with it.

Not that color really matters, but often Q has many choices while the Apple site has grey or silver only.

Ohh...though I wonder about shipping??? That charge will make a diff on my decision maybe!

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

KBEANS — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 13:39:55 GMT

When I bought it; I chose Gold. It looks like Rose Gold to me. It doesn't really matter because it gets covered with the case. I chose the rose gold case.

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

RespectLife — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 13:44:04 GMT

@KBEANS

Oh yes, a case would be great to have esp w/ grandkids.....fingers crossed that comes with it.

Too bad TSV are top secret again or I'd have Christmas just about done with this purchase! LOL

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

Tori3569 — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 13:57:52 GMT

My husband jokes that my iPad is permanently attached to my arm at this point. I'm never without it at work or home and use it for almost everything. I currently have an Air 4 that I bought through Verizon and it's was over $800. I need the cellular version for use at work but wouldn't get it if I didn't take it out of the house.
The accessories aren't included with any purchase directly from Apple. They're going for the least amount of accessories now because they feel people have chargers, etc from older versions.

QVC usually includes a case (needed) a keyboard (individual preference, but nice to have) and sometimes an external mouse.

I'm sure the bundle makes a great gift.

There is a Gen 9 256 bundle shown with headphones, a stand, a case, etc. It might be the same or similar.

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

Toot1920 — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 13:59:53 GMT

@RespectLife, I agree with getting the 256g. Right now on the Best Buy website, they are $429.99. Wifi only, which is what QVC has. It doesn't come with any accessories but you can always buy them separately. If you search "iPad generation 9" you can see the specs. This is one that can use the generation 1 Apple pencil. I'm pretty sure the TSV will offer generic stylus, a keyboard case, headphones, and vouchers for apps, with the possibility of getting MacU (which gives access to a lot helpful videos). That seems to be what they usually offer. Of course, if you need easy pay, no one else offers that, you either have to pay by cash or credit card. Of course, prices at Best Buy, Amazon change frequently, ut at least they have free shipping or can go to store. Also, Best Buy will price match from places like Amazon, Walmart, etc.

The Generation 9 is the latest introductory iPad as of right now. Apple usually releases new products sometimes in the fall. They might be coming out with a newer version then.

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

Meowingkitty — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 14:02:57 GMT

You don't need the accessories except for a pencil. The current pencil is generation 2. QVC throws in a bunch of cheap accessories to make it look like a deal. All you really need is a good sturdy case, pencil if they want to color or draw or do whatever it is kids do. QVC typically sells yesterdays technology today. September is traditionally when new products are released so you might want to wait.

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

KBEANS — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 17:33:19 GMT

When I purchased it here I received the iPad pencil along with my purchase. I also received choice of case and another generic pencil, ( so 2 in all... the real and generic) I dont use either. Also earbuds , keyboard, and a bunch of other things. The case is still the one I use. I didn't take any insurance. I like the idea that I have 30 days with QVC and easy pay which isn't offered at Apple or some other stores. I couldn't afford to buy it elsewhere.

@RespectLife

E241911 Look at that one. It sounds like what you think will be offered as the TS. You can view the cases as well, and you'll be prepared if and when it may be offered.

Good Luck in whatever, and wherever you decide to make your purchase.

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

Effie54 — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 14:18:03 GMT

Never get the 64 GB. After a short while, it will not even be able to accept the updates. That's a very low, and not really worth it. Usually there is one model in the middle with a 128 GB, which is what I have. She don't have any movies or videos on my, just pictures and apps. I no longer use a laptop, I bought a keyboard on Amazon instead. The choice being 64, or 256, I would go with the latter definitely.

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

RespectLife — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 14:27:12 GMT

Thank you @Toot1920 and @Tori3569 for the helpful info!

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

Kachina624 — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 14:45:48 GMT

@RespectLife I don't need cases, earphones or any of the unnecessary add-ons QVC sells so I recently bought a 64GB iPad directly from Apple online for about $350. I don't download movies or a ton of photos so the 64GB was fine for me.

The 9th gen is the current model but I thought I heard yesterday that a newer model is being released this fall. Maybe its just the iPhone, I'm not sure.

If I'd had my brain turned on, I would have waited and bought this weekend, our tax-free weekend, and saved $25. Didn't even occur to me.

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

jlkz — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 15:09:13 GMT

DH has a newer iPad and he chose to add the keyboard only because his typing is not the best at 80 ! He rarely uses the keyboard and leaves it on his desk because it makes the iPad very heavy.

My iPad is three years older.....I never used a keyboard on any of my iPads. If I am using the calculator app, the number pad provided is very functional.

I would think younger generations wouldn't need a keyboard: have you ever noticed how fast they are on a much smaller cellphone keyboard?

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

RespectLife — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 15:27:27 GMT

@Kachina624 wrote:
@RespectLife I don't need cases, earphones or any of the unnecessary add-ons QVC sells so I recently bought a 64GB iPad directly from Apple online for about $350. I don't download movies or a ton of photos so the 64GB was fine for me.

The 9th gen is the current model but I thought I heard yesterday that a newer model is being released this fall. Maybe its just the iPhone, I'm not sure.

If I'd had my brain turned on, I would have waited and bought this weekend, our tax-free weekend, and saved $25. Didn't even occur to me.

I wish NY had a tax free weekend! @Kachina624

I think my kids and grandkids would be downloading a lot....esp games and pictures.....My DIL takes millions of pictures!!!

Thanks!

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

RespectLife — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 15:30:20 GMT

Thanks @jlkz

That is a valid point.....I know my DIL types a lot though....they have a cracked ipad mini and she is always using the built in pretend keyboard.....

They don't have a computer at home...just at work...so thought a keyboard would be nice to give them a pretend laptop effect....

I'll be interested so see what the real offer is...as her picture on that sight isn't guaranteed to be accurate.

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

Toot1920 — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 16:17:59 GMT

@RespectLife, the other thing to consider is the ages of users. If they are younger, the cases that come with the TSV's aren't very heavy duty. Kids will be moving and walking around with it, no matter how much you try to have them sit down with them. I saw that the price for the TSV for 256g is $669.00. Good luck on your decision!

Re: IPAD HELP PLEASE

RespectLife — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 18:37:51 GMT

@Toot1920

I know the cases aren't very sturdy...I have seen them.

My kids are adults but my grandkids are little...