Have you considered getting a (non-Pro) iPad 10th gen?
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I thought I¡¯d discovered a place to get repairs done at a substantial savings compared to replacement with a new device ($350 screen replacement at Radio Shack). However, when I brought the tablet in to them yesterday to set up the service, they presented me with a repair agreement that stated, among other things:
- NO warranty whatsoever on repairs
- If they break a new screen while trying to install it, they¡¯ll order another, but I¡¯m obligated to pay for at least one screen even if their inability to attach a new one discourages me from continuing with them.
- Since they¡¯re not an Apple Authorized service facility, some functions are ¡°turned off¡± by replacing the screen. Most of these are tied to security, such as Face ID, but not all; e.g., True Tone and Auto Brightness are disabled.
So much for that bargain!
Apple lists a charge of around $550 for repairs, with a 90 day warranty, AND Apple has certified refurbs of my tablet for $639, but I can purchase a new 4th generation model from Costco for $749, and if I wait a week, I can get Apple Black Friday deals (a gift card worth probably $100-$200).
So, my question is whether there¡¯s enough difference between gen 3 and gen 4 tablets to justify the $110 price difference. In the specs, the upgrades seem to be limited to the following:
- M2 vs. M1 processor
- Wi-Fi 6e vs. Wi-Fi 6
- BT 5.3 vs. 5.0
- (I think) a slightly brighter screen
- The simple fact that it¡¯s the current shipping model.
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