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expiredDr.W posted Jul 6, 2026 2:05 PM

11" Apple iPad Air M3 Wi-Fi + Cellular Tablet (Unlocked): 256GB $599, 128GB

$499

$749

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Best Buy has 128GB 11" Apple iPad Air M3 Wi-Fi + Cellular Unlocked Tablet (Space Gray) on sale for $499. Shipping is free or select free store pickup where stock permits.

Best Buy also has 256GB 11" Apple iPad Air M3 Wi-Fi + Cellular Unlocked Tablet (Space Gray) on sale for $599. Shipping is free or select free store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to Community Member Dr.W for sharing this deal.

Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.

Available:Specs:
  • Apple M3 Chip w/ 8-Core CPU, 9-Core GPU, 16-Core Neural Engine
  • 11" Liquid Retina 2360 x 1640 Touchscreen Display
  • 8GB RAM
  • 128GB or 256GB Internal Storage Capacity
  • Ultra Wide 12MP Landscape Front Camera & 12MP Rear Camera
  • Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) + Bluetooth 5.3
  • iPadOS w/ Apple Intelligence
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Update: This popular deal is still available.

Best Buy has 128GB 11" Apple iPad Air M3 Wi-Fi + Cellular Unlocked Tablet (Space Gray) on sale for $499. Shipping is free or select free store pickup where stock permits.

Best Buy also has 256GB 11" Apple iPad Air M3 Wi-Fi + Cellular Unlocked Tablet (Space Gray) on sale for $599. Shipping is free or select free store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to Community Member Dr.W for sharing this deal.

Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.

Available:Specs:
  • Apple M3 Chip w/ 8-Core CPU, 9-Core GPU, 16-Core Neural Engine
  • 11" Liquid Retina 2360 x 1640 Touchscreen Display
  • 8GB RAM
  • 128GB or 256GB Internal Storage Capacity
  • Ultra Wide 12MP Landscape Front Camera & 12MP Rear Camera
  • Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) + Bluetooth 5.3
  • iPadOS w/ Apple Intelligence
No Longer Available:

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Written by StrawMan86 | Staff

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Written by Dr.W

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Jul 6, 2026 3:55 PM
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JustinL1Jul 6, 2026 3:55 PM
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Good deal
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Jul 6, 2026 4:14 PM
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matcha20Jul 6, 2026 4:14 PM
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Quote from JustinL1 :
Good deal
Def good deal, just keep in mind 8gb ram won't support on-device intelligence for ipados27. If you're not going to be using Apple Intelligence regularly, or don't need the more advanced features, this is an amazing buy.
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Jul 6, 2026 4:22 PM
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huehueJul 6, 2026 4:22 PM
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Quote from matcha20 :
Def good deal, just keep in mind 8gb ram won't support on-device intelligence for ipados27. If you're not going to be using Apple Intelligence regularly, or don't need the more advanced features, this is an amazing buy.
It's a gimmick anyways
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Jul 6, 2026 4:50 PM
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dman081Jul 6, 2026 4:50 PM
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Quote from huehue :
It's a gimmick anyways
It has been. But it won't be.
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Jul 6, 2026 6:12 PM
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TegerilJul 6, 2026 6:12 PM
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Quote from matcha20 :
Def good deal, just keep in mind 8gb ram won't support on-device intelligence for ipados27. If you're not going to be using Apple Intelligence regularly, or don't need the more advanced features, this is an amazing buy.
It will support most of the on device intelligence and just not some of it.
Jul 6, 2026 7:27 PM
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sesamefanJul 6, 2026 7:27 PM
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Thanks op
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Thanks

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Jul 7, 2026 12:13 AM
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hemplacrosse4Jul 7, 2026 12:13 AM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank hemplacrosse4

Just as a heads up, if you're in the military you can get the M4 version right now for $499 at the shop exchange site.
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Jul 7, 2026 12:16 AM
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skocharianJul 7, 2026 12:16 AM
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Im torn: I got the M4 256 wifi from costco before the price bump for 600. Here I can get the ceullar m3 for the same price with 256gb. I currently have a cellular ipad and like it. Not sure if I should return the wifi m4 and get this.
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Quote from skocharian :
Im torn: I got the M4 256 wifi from costco before the price bump for 600. Here I can get the ceullar m3 for the same price with 256gb. I currently have a cellular ipad and like it. Not sure if I should return the wifi m4 and get this.
I'd say it depends on what you value more, cellular connectivity or more RAM and a better processor. Most people probably won't notice a real world performance difference between the two.
Jul 7, 2026 2:43 AM
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__BIOHAZARD___Jul 7, 2026 2:43 AM
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Crazy how expensive iPads have gotten. Everything really.
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Jul 7, 2026 2:53 AM
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uknowsanaJul 7, 2026 2:53 AM
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Quote from Tegeril :
It will support most of the on device intelligence and just not some of it.
So, iPad Air M3 is already obsoleted by virtue of plan obsolescence. Frown
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Jul 7, 2026 2:00 PM
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SarahPier85Jul 7, 2026 2:00 PM
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Quote from hemplacrosse4 :
Just as a heads up, if you're in the military you can get the M4 version right now for $499 at the shop exchange site.
No cellular though for that price
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Jul 7, 2026 2:56 PM
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skocharianJul 7, 2026 2:56 PM
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Quote from Nate650 :
I'd say it depends on what you value more, cellular connectivity or more RAM and a better processor. Most people probably won't notice a real world performance difference between the two.
I decided to go for the M3 cellular and return the M4. I dont care too much about apple intelligence but the cellular is very convenient.

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Jul 7, 2026 3:56 PM
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AussieDadJul 7, 2026 3:56 PM
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Any deals on a Cellular Mini, son needs one for pilot training

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