Replacing iPad Air 3rd gen with new iPad

You can get an estimate for the valuer of your current iPad at the following website. click here ➜ Apple Trade In - Apple

For a new one, you can compare the iPads at https://www.apple.com/ipad/compare/?modelList=ipad-11th-a16,ipad-air-11-m3,ipad-pro-11-m4

If you are in the US, you can get some decent deals on refurbished models on Apple's refurbished store.

A 5th Generation iPad Air is going for $499 currently.

click here ➜ Refurbished iPad Air Wi-Fi 256GB - Space Gray (5th Generation) - Apple

If you don't need the fastest CPU, Apple Intelligence or the cameras, then the current entry level iPad is not a bad choice and will one overall better than your current iPad Air.

Apple won't offer a trade-in for a damaged device - and repair costs for your damaged iPad will significantly exceed any potential trade-in value.

Given your description, you should anticipate your iPad having no monetary value whatsoever.

You can verify eligibility for trade-in and obtain an estimate of any potential trade-in value here:

Apple Trade In - Apple

You can attempt trade-in at a physical Apple Store - many choosing this option by preference as the device can be checked, the trade-in value finalised and the process completed while in-store - removing any doubt as to its value.

lia_van wrote:

So I’ve had this iPad Air 3rd generation for 6 years now, it is the Wi-Fi gold model, 64GB.It has been bent from overheating over the years.It can only charge if I twist the charger a bit.The total repair cost was around $370 when I took it in to the Apple Store because it is out of warranty.The new iPad starts at $350, but is not the same value as my iPad Air when I first bought it, ~$500.Should I buy a new one or repair.My budget for a new one is ~$400 plus whatever I can get for this one.It is still fully functional(except for charging), only small scratches, and it’s engraved.I need to know if I can I get money for it? and also should I buy a new one.i also need help finding which one to buy next with a budget, but also wanting good features.I don’t care about camera quality.

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Why didn't you ask these question while at the Apple store?

We are just users here no Apple, nobody can tell you what value your old ipad has.