Those looking to purchase an iPad can now score hefty discounts, as Apple has knocked down the prices of refurbished iPad 2 and iPad 3 models.
According to a Phone Arena report, the cellular versions of iPad 2 and iPad 3 are seeing a $50 reduction.
"The cellular versions of the iPad 2 and 3 are now getting the discount treatment by Apple, to the tune of $50 off, which is pretty significant for the company's habits," reports Phone Arena.
Recently, retailer Best Buy reduced the price of the 64GB Wi-Fi and Cellular version of the AT&T variant of the iPad 3 to $545.99, giving consumers a hefty discount of $234. At the time, Best Buy was also offering the 16GB Wi-Fi and Cellular version of the iPad 3 for $405.99, a discount of $174.
Retail chain Walmart, too, slashed the price of the 16GB Wi-Fi-only variant of the iPad mini in early April, to $299.99, which is $30 less than the usual price of the tablet.
Apple is offering discounts on both the AT&T and Verizon variants of the iPad 3 in black and white.
"Knocking the price off is for the refurbished units, and the iPad 2 + 3G will run you $349, while the iPad 3 + Cellular gets down to $409. Not bad, especially for the iPad 3, as you get the top-notch pixel-density, too. As usual, this will go while supplies last, so if you are interested, hit the source link, as you get a year of warranty from Apple, too," notes Phone Arena.
Speculation is rife that Apple will soon launch the fifth-gen iPad and second-gen iPad mini. The discounted prices have sparked conjecture that with the Apple product launch looming, retailers are looking to clear their old inventory and, therefore, the price drop.
To purchase a refurbished iPad 2 or iPad 3, head to the Apple store.
