Military/Veterans: 64GB Apple iPad 10.2" WiFi Tablet (2021 Model, Space Gray)

SeventiesVet

Oct 29, 2022 5:40 PM

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SeventiesVetOct 29, 2022 5:40 PM

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Quote from Defensivetackle99

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I just realized something.

Because this one doesn't have the M1 chip, wouldn't this iPad be obsolete supposedly sooner than later?

I mean I don't want to get this iPad and then later Apple says this iPad is not supported with iPadOS ##.## version.

Plus, this is cheap for a reason…being for clearance/discontinuation maybe?

My 2017 iPad 5 from AAFES Veterans Day sale back then is still performing just fine. As a matter of fact, it supports the latest OS (iPadOS 16) just released this week.

So I wouldn't be overly concerned that the iPad 9 doesn't have the M1 chip, which is really intended for higher end models and needs. The A13 Bionic chip is plenty capable, and will be for a long time and under many more OS versions. Even the iPad 10 doesn't have the M1 chip.

Last edited by SeventiesVet October 29, 2022 at 10:56 AM.

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zzn10

Oct 29, 2022 5:49 PM

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Quote from Defensivetackle99

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Cheaper than the last $259.99/$269.99 deal from Microcenter and Amazon respectively.

If you can get this deal, I recommend setting up a reminder on your phone.

how do i do that?

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VioletCabbage408

Oct 29, 2022 6:08 PM

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Quote from RedDragon48

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$10 off for military and veterans? Come on! These should be free for all these folks have done for us!

As a veteran, no. Cmon let's not be crazy.

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brianlovesmoney

Oct 29, 2022 6:09 PM

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brianlovesmoneyOct 29, 2022 6:09 PM

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Now if we can just get them to have a coupon this year we're in luck.

iroute

Oct 29, 2022 6:16 PM

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irouteOct 29, 2022 6:16 PM

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Quote from exm

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The iPhone 14 also doesn't have a M1 chip. Will that become obsolete soon also?

Exactly.

For reference, in 2021 my ipad Air gen1 (2013) started to get frustratingly slow for some of my frequently visited website and some apps were not getting updated due to the restrictions on my outdated (not getting updates to the ios) anymore.

So if it took me 9 years (I replaced my 2013 air with a discounted 11"pro (2021 model) this year) to get sick of the dated airGen1, I think you could survive at least 5 years or so? Just an opinion - i do keep vehicles around 15years. Maybe I hold onto things longer than most.

[sorry - responded to wrong person!]

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timbihl

Oct 29, 2022 10:28 PM

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timbihlOct 29, 2022 10:28 PM

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Quote from Defensivetackle99

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I just realized something.

Because this one doesn't have the M1 chip, wouldn't this iPad be obsolete supposedly sooner than later?

I mean I don't want to get this iPad and then later Apple says this iPad is not supported with iPadOS ##.## version.

Plus, this is cheap for a reason…being for clearance/discontinuation maybe?

My ipad mini 4 didn't get 16, but got a new 15 update this month I think. Somewhat sluggish, but ipad minis are for reading, so it's not a problem.

This is very cheap, like barely more than half the price of any other ipad once this one sells out, since the new ipad is way more expensive. I bought one from navy exchange for 270 a few weeks ago, and it seems pretty great. I don't play games except for chess.

akjose

Oct 29, 2022 10:55 PM

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akjoseOct 29, 2022 10:55 PM

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Quote from Defensivetackle99

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I just realized something.

Because this one doesn't have the M1 chip, wouldn't this iPad be obsolete supposedly sooner than later?

I mean I don't want to get this iPad and then later Apple says this iPad is not supported with iPadOS ##.## version.

Plus, this is cheap for a reason…being for clearance/discontinuation maybe?

5th gen iPads are iPadOS 16 compatible. I doubt this one will be obsolete any time soon

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VoodooFootball

Oct 29, 2022 11:15 PM

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VoodooFootballOct 29, 2022 11:15 PM

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Quote from Defensivetackle99

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But iPadOS is different than iOS for iPhone? Apparently I'm not understanding something here.

Standard iPads are base on A series processor…. similar to iPhone. You might be thinking about pro/air series that use m1 chip. Major difference in class and cost.

This has a13 and the new model is a14. Again same as iPhone. I'm upgrading from ipad gen 6 with a10.

Last edited by VoodooFootball October 29, 2022 at 04:20 PM.

Juniper20760098

Oct 30, 2022 2:06 AM

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Juniper20760098Oct 30, 2022 2:06 AM

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Quote from mrmochi

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Oh please, cry me a river. How about the nurses that risked their lives AND their family's lives during early phases of COVID-19 doing their duty.

The rabbit hole goes deep. This is a good deal for Vets

I have lots of respect for both nurses and soldiers but nurses are compensated way better than enlisted soldiers (and enlisted nurses). Plus with extra shifts the can do quite well.

https://money.usnews.com/careers/...rse/salary

So the exchange and other military discounts are we'll deserve.

https://www.indeed.com/cmp/U.S.-A...es/Soldier

Regional and Job specialties vary widely

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LtBest

Oct 30, 2022 2:14 AM

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LtBestOct 30, 2022 2:14 AM

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Quote from mrmochi

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Oh please, cry me a river. How about the nurses that risked their lives AND their family's lives during early phases of COVID-19 doing their duty.

The rabbit hole goes deep. This is a good deal for Vets

Well, you're right.

But the nurses could quit and drive home. Not so much if you're in Iraq or the middle of the Indian Ocean.

Its not exactly apples to apples, but exposure to danger - I think you're spot on.

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LtBest

Oct 30, 2022 2:14 AM

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LtBestOct 30, 2022 2:14 AM

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Quote from Juniper20760098

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I have lots of respect for both nurses and soldiers but nurses are compensated way better than enlisted soldiers (and enlisted nurses). Plus with extra shifts the can do quite well.

https://money.usnews.com/careers/...rse/salary

So the exchange and other military discounts are we'll deserve.

https://www.indeed.com/cmp/U.S.-A...es/Soldier

Regional and Job specialties vary widely

Thank you for posting this.

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passive101

Oct 30, 2022 4:27 AM

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Quote from Defensivetackle99

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I just realized something.

Because this one doesn't have the M1 chip, wouldn't this iPad be obsolete supposedly sooner than later?

I mean I don't want to get this iPad and then later Apple says this iPad is not supported with iPadOS ##.## version.

Plus, this is cheap for a reason…being for clearance/discontinuation maybe?

Yes M1 was a generational leap and their already are features that M series gets that A series will not. It will only grow in the future.

JD5404

Oct 30, 2022 4:39 AM

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JD5404Oct 30, 2022 4:39 AM

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Yea military personnel deserve every dime they can save for the commitment they do for this country. Sometimes it's not just about what they have done either it's also about the unknowns that haven't happened yet and being ready. You could also say the same about medical personnel and other professions Tough jobs and definitely underpaid regardless.

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YouDontNeedIt

Oct 30, 2022 5:10 AM

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YouDontNeedItOct 30, 2022 5:10 AM

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Quote from exm

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The iPhone 14 also doesn't have a M1 chip. Will that become obsolete soon also?

Exactly.

Within the context of their question, it already is: it doesn't run iPad OS at all!

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