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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 8346 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

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98%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are impressed with the 10.9-inch iPad Air's screen size, ease of use, and lightweight design. Many appreciate its long battery life and overall quality. However, some users expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of a home button and limited storage options in the 64GB model. Concerns were also raised regarding the functionality of the Touch ID feature and the absence of a headphone jack.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    don't sell service you can't provide

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    ipad purchase. made appointment with geek squad for pick time for computer. the lady at g.s. said leave it for at least 3 days along w/my mac pro. the guy came out and he said they could do because osi not up to date. i went on line and updated w/apple awesome lady help me do that in 3 hrs. made another g.s. appointment tried to get ipad running. went to my daughter, son-in-law and son all apple owers and engineers. it took each several hours to get it removed and reinstalled. apple store in penn square walked son thru reinstalling. why did i purchase g.s. assistance they don't understand apple? My son-in-law installed new screen in mac

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Fragile and thin. Not durable not even I bit!

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Extremely fragile and thin. One light drop or bump and it’s done. Definitely not as durable as other iPads.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Bad quality

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Defective product less than a year finger print scanner is stopped working charging port is not working looking for a service

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Jordan Creek Customer Service

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'm not one to normally leave a bad review, but buying this iPad was an experience. the man who helped me at this location was very nice but the Best buy staff at the jordan creek location was terrible and I will never be going back, the man at the JC location told me" I didn't look like the TYPE to have an iPad, and if I was sure I could do that" Then proceeded to be rude though the rest of the process I was so upset i ended up walking out and not buying anything. I don't think your staff should tell me i don't look like he type to buy something or not. If i remembered his name i would tell you. The fact that I am a young female SHOULD NOT decide if i can get an I OR NOT!!!!!!!! The staff at the university location was amazing and you need more like him. The ipad itself works great this review is nothing to the product just the Service

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    tablet

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    screen so gentle broke out of the bloom and it’s not worth it

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Apple

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It was defective when I bought it brought it in and had it switch out

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Open Box? Read this before buying

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought an open box marked "Satisfactory". The screen is a bit leaky (which is common), but overall, this IPad works great. When I opened the box, greasy fingerprints covered the whole screen. (I can't even use alcohol to remove these fingerprints. It looks like a kid eating McDonald's while playing Roblox on this iPad, and these greasy things can't be wiped off in my case. No kidding, It took me few days to get the fingerprints gone.) Can BestBuy please ask the staff to clean it up before repacking it? I bought it at a price close to brand new, so yes, I do expect better quality.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Beautiful colors

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I only had it for two weeks it started to freez bestbuy was good on the exchange but now not shure how long it will work not such a good experience definition is really good sounds aswell it has nice screen size

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not worth the upgrade due to cost

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Was not worth it cost significantly higher compared to the cheaper model iPad and doesn’t provide much of a difference except slightly in speed

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Apple I-pad

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    New Apple I-Pad worked fine for about 1 month. The batteries would not recharge. Problem was with I-pad not the charger. I returned the I-Pad to Best Buy Geek Squad with an appointment. They have to keep the I-Pad for 1 to 2 weeks. The Geek Squad member stated that I may get a refurbished I-pad not the original. I do not like that idea but I cannot fix it myself. Doug

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Frustrated with the product

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was really in love with this tablet and was able to purchase it with the 12 month financing offer that Best Buy offers, nonetheless, my tablet freezes contantly and has a vertical line on the screen. In addition, it has susceptibility issues. I do not bring the tablet outside of the house and have a double cover. It is frustrating having issues that are not my fault. This tablet is too expensive and I guess not worth the money,

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    I?

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have been back to the geek squad three times and the first 2 Times thought everything was set up correctly an very accommodatingly. Upon returning today I was told the program that was part of my purchase does not apply to my iPad Air or iPhone 6 and I have automatic coverage thru Apple but must go to Apple app to enroll. I am not computer savvy and am totally frustrated. I was referred to customer service who promptly told me they cannot help.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not all that great

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'm surprised out how poor the battery life is. I even went to the bestbuy where I bought it and the battery condition was 100%. I have a standard ipad (8th gen) and it gets great battery life. And while the sound is better than on my ipad, it's not great. The screen is okay but not great. Pretty good chance I will be returning this.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Great for web surfing

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use this iPad for video watching . Screen looks good

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not for children

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Apple's passcode feature and small children tend to create a nightmare. Their remedies for restoring a permanently disabled device don't always work, compounding the problem. Maybe a cool device, wonderful graphics, but not practical for children. Had I known before purchasing what I know now, there would have been no purchase.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    iPad Air order

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very disappointed with my original order . Lost in the system. Went to store 3 times. No one answers the local store phone. Item finally reordered and after 18 days finally picked up My iPad Air. No apologies and no good customer adjustment offered or small gift card for inconvenience. Been loyal Best Buy customer for many many years. I do like the new ipadair

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    One of bad apple

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is one of the worst ipad i have to date. 3-4 months after I bought this, the screen went blank, went to Best Buy and after it was fixed, it would not charged. Went back to Best Buy to have it repaired. For now it is working but who knows for how long

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Really?!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am an Apple fanatic, so I was excited to get another Apple Product, however I am highly disappointed with this purchase and wished I would have stuck with the iPad Pro. This one does not compare to the Pro at all.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Garbage

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not durable at all. Accidentally stepped on and instantly bent the wimpy aluminum case. My beater Fire tablet has been stepped on tossed with no damage. $79 vs $500? No competition.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    I don’t like it even though I love Apple products

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I didn’t like how this felt in hand. It felt cheap and not Apple quality. I don’t know what people want this for. It’s a weird size and uncomfortable to use in hands. Definitely not worth it for my needs.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend