Prime Day Deal: iPad 11-inch (A16) — $280 (record low)
Prime Day has pushed the entry-level Apple iPad 11‑inch (A16) down to a record-low price of $280 — about $70 off. This model is an excellent choice if you’re on a budget: it balances performance and battery life with core iPad features.
Key specs
- Chip: Apple A16 Bionic
- RAM: 6 GB
- Display: 11‑inch Liquid Retina
- Battery: ~10 hours (typical web use)
- Cameras: 12 MP front and rear
- Connectivity: Wi‑Fi 6, USB‑C
- Biometrics: Touch ID
- Storage: 128GB / 256GB / 512GB variants
What it lacks
This is the most basic model in Apple’s 11‑inch lineup, so it doesn’t have the high-end display or some advanced features of the Air/Pro. It does support Apple Pencil (1st generation) and the Magic Keyboard Folio, but not the newer Apple Pencil Pro or the higher-end Magic Keyboard with trackpad that come with iPad Pros.
Deal & where to buy
Price found during Prime Day: $280 (record low). Prices change quickly during sales—if you want to browse options on Amazon, use this search (affiliate): Search: Apple iPad 11‑inch (A16) on Amazon.
For official specs and details, see Apple’s product page: Apple iPad 11‑inch (A16).
Should you buy it?
If you need a fast, reliable tablet for everyday tasks, streaming, light productivity, or students on a budget, this is a very strong value. If you need the best display, Pro features, or the latest Pencil/keyboard accessories, consider stepping up to the Air or Pro.
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Note: Deal availability and prices fluctuate. Affiliate link used for Amazon search.