Apple resort to refurbished iPad Mini

Apple cannot keep selling premium tablets, considering the onslaught of Android based tablets which are cheaper. It has now begin selling refurbished iPad Mini.

As it stands, the only model that's currently available is the 16GB iPad mini with Wi-Fi + Cellular for Verizon in black. In refurbished trim, it's selling for $429, which is $30 less than retail (a 6 percent savings). That's not exactly a significant price break, but it's about the cheapest you'll find, and it comes straight from Apple. It's worth noting that even though it's refurbished, it's like getting a brand new device. It comes with a fresh new battery and outer shell, and all the retail trimmings, including a 1-year warranty. 

Source: Hot Hardware

It is still more expensive than Google Nexus 7 or Kindle Fire or Asus MeMO Pad, but you get Apple quality product and ecosystem.

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