Is my iPad worth anything?

I found my first ever iPad in my basement and I wonder to myself, “Does this iPad worth anything now?”. Well first I asked my friends and family this question but I ended up with the same answer, NO!!! So the reason I’m asking this question(now on the internet)again is that I know some people on the internet who grew up with apple so I’m going to say it one last time, does it worth any money in 2022??

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Posted on Aug 20, 2022 12:14 PM

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Posted on Aug 20, 2022 3:06 PM

..meeeo55:


The standard retail answer, has already been given

several times to other inquiries in Community; and

also elsewhere online.


However should You continue using it; knowing the

iPad has expired security ~ and use 'Wi-Fi only' behind

the potential firewall, or other available screening; that

a modern up-to-date iPhone could wield, then it may

still be useful and safer.


An old Safari browser may still leak & won't see updates.

And older iOS within, can't challenge most confrontation.


But due to the out-of-date nature of electronics against

the upsurge of real-world security failings, to get a new

or newer more secure device is practical and advisable.


[I've found my old iPad mini 1.1 'wi-fi only' iOS 9.3.5 can

still visit sites and places online that are likely insecure.

In some sites where 'http' & newer 'https' appear in use.]


Just like my (recent given) iMac 2009 24-in. 2.33GHz mac

tops out with El Capitan; and not using my Apple ID, does

OK w/ Safari (w/ updated certificates) to see AK Weather.


A few times I've viewed youtube video; never logged-in.

And the unit has no affiliation with my online persona.

The mid 2009 iMac can't upgrade further, iPad not at all.

Old iPad content/use is limited; likely presents major leak.


These older products to me, have never had 'value'. Like

my Late 2005 Mac mini G4 (10.5.8). ~ It works, to see old

files on vintage software; & edits from old digital camera.


Could be crazy to use obsolete Apple items, on open internet.

Some filters exist; with ISP servers, hand-offs between devices.


But can't just ignore the risks, especially in past few years.


More modern devices, & PC/Mac will use better browsers.

Don't advocate irresponsibility by reselling; and stay safe!


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Aug 20, 2022 3:06 PM in response to meeeo55

..meeeo55:


The standard retail answer, has already been given

several times to other inquiries in Community; and

also elsewhere online.


However should You continue using it; knowing the

iPad has expired security ~ and use 'Wi-Fi only' behind

the potential firewall, or other available screening; that

a modern up-to-date iPhone could wield, then it may

still be useful and safer.


An old Safari browser may still leak & won't see updates.

And older iOS within, can't challenge most confrontation.


But due to the out-of-date nature of electronics against

the upsurge of real-world security failings, to get a new

or newer more secure device is practical and advisable.


[I've found my old iPad mini 1.1 'wi-fi only' iOS 9.3.5 can

still visit sites and places online that are likely insecure.

In some sites where 'http' & newer 'https' appear in use.]


Just like my (recent given) iMac 2009 24-in. 2.33GHz mac

tops out with El Capitan; and not using my Apple ID, does

OK w/ Safari (w/ updated certificates) to see AK Weather.


A few times I've viewed youtube video; never logged-in.

And the unit has no affiliation with my online persona.

The mid 2009 iMac can't upgrade further, iPad not at all.

Old iPad content/use is limited; likely presents major leak.


These older products to me, have never had 'value'. Like

my Late 2005 Mac mini G4 (10.5.8). ~ It works, to see old

files on vintage software; & edits from old digital camera.


Could be crazy to use obsolete Apple items, on open internet.

Some filters exist; with ISP servers, hand-offs between devices.


But can't just ignore the risks, especially in past few years.


More modern devices, & PC/Mac will use better browsers.

Don't advocate irresponsibility by reselling; and stay safe!


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