The pace of technology is relentless, and with the introduction of the slightly-upgraded 4th Generation iPad (also known as the iPad with Retina display), the 3rd Generation iPad has been discontinued. The Retina display-equipped model is only a bit over seven months old, and the primary difference between the two models is a Lightning port instead of the old 30-pin connector, and a new A6X processor with twice the graphics performance of the outgoing iPad.
3rd Generation iPad discontinued, refurbished models available starting at $379
While those who recently purchased the 3rd Generation iPad may be disappointed, new iPad purchasers get to take advantage of new lower pricing. The refurbished iPad now starts at $379 for the 16GB Wi-Fi model, while the top-end 64GB LTE model costs $679. Versions all the way up and down the spectrum are available, but the cheapest and most expensive refurbished 3rd Generation iPad cost $449 and $779, respectively, just yesterday. The other option for those looking for a cheap Apple tablet is the iPad 2, which Apple is still selling new starting at $399.
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