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Q: Best place to buy a used iPad?

I know the discussion has included Ebay, Craigslist and an Apple refurb. But what is the previous iPad model so I know what to look for on these sites?  I don't need cell; only wifi. And do they sell refurbs on the Apple site or is there another site?

Posted on Dec 27, 2013 2:30 PM

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  • by varjak paw,Helpful

    varjak paw varjak paw Dec 27, 2013 2:43 PM in response to sofromlex
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    Dec 27, 2013 2:43 PM in response to sofromlex

    The only place to get devices refurbished by Apple is from the online Apple Store.

     

    As to iPad models, see:

     

    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5452

     

    There aren't any truly "good" places to buy a used iPad other than from someone you know. Purchasing from any other seller is taking a risk, as you'll see if you peruse these forums for the number of threads where someone purchased a used iOS device only to find that it has Activation Lock and the seller can't be contacted or won't remove the lock. If you must buy a used iPad, at least buy from a vendor that has a return or dispute policy such as eBay or Amazon. I would avoid Craigslist like the plague; you have no recourse when purchasing from one of their ads.

     

    Regards.

  • by Jay North,

    Jay North Jay North May 18, 2014 12:19 PM in response to sofromlex
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    May 18, 2014 12:19 PM in response to sofromlex

    I've always had good luck buying like new or lightly used Apple products from Amazon.