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If you don’t need a high-end tablet, there’s no reason to pay for a new one. High-spec mobile devices are everywhere, but if you’re just going to stream a few movies or check your email on a screen that’s more comfortable than your phone, there’s no point to dropping bank on hardware you won’t use. Instead, go for an older, refurbished tablet that can handle the undemanding tasks you ask of it.
This grade-A refurbished iPad mini 2 is in like-new condition but costs a fraction of what it did new—which was, granted, a decade ago, but it still has the muscle necessary to handle basic tasks. Through July 14, you can get one with free shipping for $80.
Save on a like-new iPad mini 2
This compact tablet could be ideal for someone who wants a lightweight device for streaming, social media, and browsing and who doesn’t need to run demanding apps or games.
The 7.9-inch Retina Display is vibrant and unscratched, and the battery may last up to 10 hours on a single charge. This model has an 8MP front-facing camera and 16GB local storage. It was made in 2013, so it can’t be upgraded past iOS 12.5.6.
The “A” refurbished rating means this iPad is in near-new condition, though it won’t come in the original packaging.
If you’re looking for a basic tablet to watch movies while you cook or browse social media during a long layover, this is a low-cost, reliable option. Until July 14 at 11:59 p.m. PT, get a refurbished Apple iPad mini 2 for $80 (though prices may change at any time).
