Apple - iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 64GB - Gold

As a former owner /user of Apple's iPad 2 (A5 Arm Processor), this upgrade is worth it for a number of reasons including 1) the new A8 processor is noticeably faster, especially on video and graphics intensive streaming websites (ie: CNBC App) 2) noticeably lighter and thinner in your hands (buy a protective Smart Cover / case (ie: from eBay, etc) 3) supports Siri (note: Apple did not support Siri on iPad2.. Probably to motivate people, like me, to upgrade ;-) 4) bonus: IOS 8.1.2 on an iPhone + iPad supports integrated SMS texting. As long as your iPad is on the same wifi network, your iPad can send and receive SMS text messages (using your iPhone also on iOS 8.1.2). Additionally, your iPad can send and receive phone calls, again, provided you have enabled this feature on your iPhone with iOS 8.1.2 and both are on the same wifi network (ie: in your home or office). 5) new finger print sensor, capable of supporting up to 5 different finger prints (ie: from the same or multiple people) is a secure time saver, especially useful when unlocking your iPad Air 2 or purchasing an app from Apple's AppStore. 6) don't even think about getting the 16GB version. Minimum usable size = 64GB 7) new 802.11ac wifi support (not available on other iPad models) enables much faster download bandwidth. Based on Comcast / Xfinity Boost wifi service + 802.11ac enabled router, I get download speeds in excess of 125Mbps and upload speeds in excess of 15Mbps supporting smooth video streaming especially when you have a household of streaming devices. Recommendation: although iOS 8.1.2 can be jailbroken, I have found it is not a good idea for a couple of reasons including 1) jailbraking the iOS often disables certain Apps (ie: streaming apps in particular, like TiVo and CNBC) from operating correctly. 2) jailbraking undermines the security that Apple has incorporated into the iOS. With such things as one-touch finger print security, iPad unlock and Apple Pay now supported, why would you want to undermine security by installing software that hasn't been verified by Apple on your brand new iPad Air 2?

Bought this I pad because my iPad 2 was getting old and knew what a great device the iPad is. I had my IPad 2 for about 5 years and have used it every night for that time. So knew this new Ipad was going to be a great purchase and I was not wrong..The iPad air is a great device. It is very fast and so light. The camera is great too. The price was great as well through best buy. I bought it online and it was delivered fast and free shipping. I like that it has fingerprint ID too. It was a very easy transition from my old iPad to my new one. I really like everything about the iPad Air. You can't go wrong with Apple. I would recommend this device to anyone.

I have an ipad Air 2 and my husband was always borrowing it, so I decided to surprise him with his OWN ipad Air 2! He absolutely loves it! His Kindle is now history, as he has transferred his library to the ipad Air 2. With one device, he can access e-mail, answer phone calls, read books, surf the internet, keep up with everyone on Facebook, shop, and explore destinations for future camping trips! He loves his new iPad Air 2 - and I love having mine back!

I'm a commercial airline pilot and when using the Jepp FD application, the iPad 2 was too slow to type in my flight plan and switching to and from maps to approach plates. I used the Best Buy trade in program to purchase my new iPad Air 2 64gb silver edition. I love the processing power and instead of offering the traditional 32gb, it's now a 64gb option. Highly recommended if this is your first iPad tablet.

Apple's latest iPad is sleeker, lighter, and faster. It's a highly polished top notch quality product. I will note there is more value now in the mid tier storage category - as it's 64gb now. The new iOs adds some nice bells and whistles. See attached photo for a basic look at how CPU and graphic performance has increased.

I started with an original iPad, then on to iPad 2, then iPad Air and now iPad air2. At th ag of 75, talked several girlfriend into them and then taught them how to use them. Now we keep busy playing games from different part of the country. Love the apps from excel to games. Have all my recipes in files as well as pictures and business. My previous iPad handed down to hubby of 55 year and adult children :-)

If you're going to buy a tablet you might as well buy an iPad Air 2. I know it's a bit pricy but it's well worth it. It's super thin and light. I bought the Apple smart case to put it in as well as a Bluetooth keyboard to use for typing. You can also download the Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint apps which are great! Definitely recommending this to everyone!

The ipadAir2 i purchased was an awesome find with the $100 off deal. I was just looking for a tablet that my son can use in school and was thinking of getting a samsung or any other cheaper tablet but since i have been an apple user eversince, i didnt wannna explore another OS or interface so i stuck it out with the Apple iPad Air2. No regrets.