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Aug 3, 2025 5:01 PM

128GB Apple iPad 11th Gen 11" Wi-Fi Tablet w/ Apple A16 Chipset (Early 2025)

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Various Retailers have 128GB Apple iPad 11" 11th Gen A16 Chip Wi-Fi Tablet (Early 2025) on sale for $299. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member MarianaDiaz for sharing this deal.

Available from:Product Specs:
  • 11" 2360x1640 Liquid Retina Display
  • A16 Bionic Chip (5-Core CPU, 4-Core GPU)
  • 128GB or 256GB Storage
  • WiFI 6 (802.11ax) + Bluetooth 5.3
  • USB-C 2.0 Port
  • iPadOS 18

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Update: This popular deal is still available

Various Retailers have 128GB Apple iPad 11" 11th Gen A16 Chip Wi-Fi Tablet (Early 2025) on sale for $299. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member MarianaDiaz for sharing this deal.

Available from:Product Specs:
  • 11" 2360x1640 Liquid Retina Display
  • A16 Bionic Chip (5-Core CPU, 4-Core GPU)
  • 128GB or 256GB Storage
  • WiFI 6 (802.11ax) + Bluetooth 5.3
  • USB-C 2.0 Port
  • iPadOS 18

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Written by megakimcheelove | Staff

Original Post

Written by MarianaDiaz

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Apple's 11th-gen base iPad is a solid entry-level tablet for reading, everyday productivity, and general use, especially at the $299 price point. The A16 refresh is described as the current base model, and the 128GB storage plus free shipping make it feel like a practical mainstream option. Case and screen protector compatibility with the 10th-gen model appears to carry over, which helps existing owners. The main knocks are the 60Hz display and the lack of USB 3 transfer speeds and Apple Intelligence support. It is a straightforward pick if you want a familiar iPad without stepping up to the Air or Pro.

  • The iPad 11th gen can be compatible with some iPad 10 cases and screen protectors.

  • The $299 price has been seen across major retailers with multiple color options available.

  • The iPad 11th gen can work well for book reading and offline-style use cases.

  • The iPad 11th gen has reportedly been purchased used while still arriving with a one-year Apple warranty.

  • The iPad 11th gen price may be expected to drop further after newer iPad releases, reducing urgency to buy now.

  • The 60Hz refresh rate can be a dealbreaker for shoppers who want smoother motion.

  • The iPad 11th gen may not address USB-3 transfer speed expectations or Apple Intelligence support gaps.

  • Case compatibility for the iPad 11th gen can require confirmation because shoppers ask whether Gen 10 cases fit the A16 model.

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Aug 4, 2025 6:30 PM
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fuzzyballzAug 4, 2025 6:30 PM
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Quote from GreySwing658 View quoted comment :
Why is this a deal again?
Because apple fanboys don't know any better, it's been like that since apple started selling snake oil decades ago in the 2nd coming of Steve.
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Aug 5, 2025 1:32 AM
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yagamiAug 5, 2025 1:32 AM
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Quote from hondaman82 View quoted comment :
I have a brand new Gen 10 iPad case, does anyone know if they fit the new A16 model? thanks
Yes it should from what a friend who faced the same situation told me.
If this makes you feel any more comfortable, others have asked this question on Reddit as well:
https://www.reddit.com/r/ipad/com..._the_ipad/
Aug 7, 2025 7:09 PM
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exhurtAug 7, 2025 7:09 PM
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Quote from owiseone View quoted comment :
not trying to threadcrap but hasn't this model been $299 pretty much everywhere for a few weeks?

I was hoping to find one at $250 or $275 before I have to pull the trigger for college-bound kid.
Pretty sure it was $250 or less at Microcenter a few weeks ago. I'm waiting for that deal or a really good deal on the iPad Air.
Aug 8, 2025 12:23 AM
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plasboAug 8, 2025 12:23 AM
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I bought a used one on Amazon for $230 a few weeks ago, but it was like brand new and came with a one-year Apple warranty.
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Aug 8, 2025 3:39 PM
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sudhakarbAug 8, 2025 3:39 PM
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same price in all stores
Aug 10, 2025 12:00 AM
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sah0724Aug 10, 2025 12:00 AM
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Great for book reading, the iOS format works for people with stuff to do and not stuck online all day.
Aug 10, 2025 5:33 PM
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trtemAug 10, 2025 5:33 PM
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Quote from hondaman82 View quoted comment :
I have a brand new Gen 10 iPad case, does anyone know if they fit the new A16 model? thanks
I traded in a iPad 10 on the A16 (iPad 11) and my original case fit the new one fine. Also had a spare stick on screen protector I had bought for the 10 and that fit the 11 just fine

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Sep 4, 2025 4:34 AM
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IcereamSep 4, 2025 4:34 AM
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Quote from FabulousStranger526 View quoted comment :
A family member of mine bought a new $250-ish Android tablet about a year ago. Hardware failure (GPU) on the 11th day. BB couldn't believe it. Thankfully they took it back…
True. Ive had multiple generic tablets go bad in a year. Sticking with apple now. Or Samsung
Sep 22, 2025 10:54 PM
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cost.basisSep 22, 2025 10:54 PM
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ipad os26 is nice upgrade to these a16 ipads.
Nov 9, 2025 3:33 PM
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NSN07Nov 9, 2025 3:33 PM
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I've been daily driving 10th gen since it's launch, I have 2 major complaints...
1. No usb-3 transfer speeds
2. No support for Apple Intelligence
No support for screen extension is another issue but I'll give a pass on that one..

This new iPad 11 doesn't address those issue, I hope they put 17Pro chip inside next year
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Nov 16, 2025 10:43 AM
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daveangelNov 16, 2025 10:43 AM
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Quote from Spaceman6969 View quoted comment :
Apple don't care 🤷
yah would be no reason to pay more for the pro

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