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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 57 reviews

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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93%would recommend to a friend

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Customers are positive about the iPad's ease of use, camera quality, and storage capacity, with many praising its intuitive interface and improved display. They also appreciate the device's performance, noting its smooth operation. However, customers are negative about the battery life, citing concerns about its longevity and charging time, and some also reported the device becoming warm during use.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Speed

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    iPad 3rd Generation is a business-capable tablet

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

    I purchased this iPad with the intent of using it for business purposes-taking it on the road instead of lugging a notebook computer. It could serve this purpose if you buy a keyboard case and a few dollars worth of Apple or other office applications. The retina display is beautiful, excellent for watching movies via streaming video during during leisure time. The tablet display size makes such a difference when reading email and using other applications that are made especially for the iPad (vs. an iPhone app that you view at 2x size). If you have a smartphone hotspot, a portable hotspot, or nearly always have Wi-Fi available, just purchase the Wi-Fi version and save yourself the extra cost of Wi-Fi plus 4G. If buying a new iPad today, get the 4th generation version one--it's the same retail price as the 3rd generation iPad, with the new, faster processor. .

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Tablet on the market

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

    The Apple iPad 3rd gen with retina display is an amazing product, with beautiful screen resolution, long battery life, it is easy to use and master, fast speed to turn on and load, plenty of applications to try, easy to transport, very dependable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it, first ipad I ever owned.

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

    It's great, easy to setup and use, great color and display, thinking about buying another in the future. I wish apple would add a micro sd card slot and flash player support.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great ipad for Value

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

    Excellant, the screen is a perfect size and very easy to use. Loved the camera feature and overall functions of the iPad.It's not only working fine, but also unbelievable condition. I bought this about couple of days back , I don't have any problem so far. Great price and great condition. I'm totally satisfied with this item!. And I Am pleased to say that I made a great choice by purchasing ipad....

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Extremely happy with this iPad

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

    I have wanted an iPad for a long time. I have been patient waiting for a great deal on a 3rd or 4th generation version. So when this iPad went on a big sale, I jumped on it. Overall it is great. Screen is amazing, typing on it is easier than expected and it is so nice to have a device that I can open and be online, checking email, playing a game, etc much faster than on my laptop. It is great for my 4 year old, although I don't let her be on it without me holding it, as it has some really nice apps, and books for her. Bottom line, don't let anyone tell you that a kindle fire is like an iPad, it is not. It is so much more. The fire may be right for some but if you want the best, get an iPad

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    The standard for tablets

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

    Significant improvement of 1st gen. Still the standard for tablets. Spectacular screen. Intuitive & easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ipad 3 64gb w/Verizon card

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

    I purchased this Ipad 3 64gb w/Verizon card on Best buys open box table. At first I was hesitant, but the manager assured me I could return it if I had any problems. And because I am a Silver Premier member I had 60 days if I want to return it. The Geek Squad associates were even kind enough to open up the package and let me inspect it. I am very happy with this purchase and would buy it again.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great tablet

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

    I love this ipad. It's a little slower then the ipad 4 but I honestly don't notice the difference. The battery life isn't that great and it seems to take a long time to charge but its not really a problem for me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great tablet

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

    I really liked my ipad, its easy to use and connects easily to my personal hotspot. iCloud linked my apps which is great, i can play on eaither device.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product.

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

    It's an ipad for goodness sake. Everything is great about it. I had 16g but with 64g everything was accommodated and lot of space left.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Handheld device

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

    Got iPad 3 on clearance sale. Top model with 64G and 4G for about $545. Can't beat that

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great product

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

    great ipad still works and runs smoothly a great product

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect.

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

    Got clearance price so save about 300$. It run as smoothly as the iPad 4th gen.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bought on sale great product

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

    Great product worth every penny love my iPad bests and android tablet anyday

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

    Has everything i need

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

    This is an awesome ipad, easy to use. The staff at Best Buy were very helpful with helping me to find the one I wanted and setting it up. I seem to discover new things everyday,

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

    This does so many things ! Amazes me....

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

    I just purchased this I-Pad recently & am still learning all the things it does. Of all the things it does I am happy with it. The more I use it the more I like it.

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

    Nice Ipad

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

    This is the product which i always wants to buy for my Mom. I got a very good deal from best buy. I love it........

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

    Ipad is the best tablet available

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

    The iPad is working great and is very responsive. I'm extremely happy with the performance and the functionality.

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

    Love the convenience of the iPad

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

    I like this convenience of the iPad. Bigger screen than iPhone makes for easier reading

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

    Really glad I finally bought it!

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

    Excellent deal. Phone support was great to help me locate item I wanted near me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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