The iPad A16 Got a Price Hike, but It’s Still Our Top Pick, and These Deals Make It Worth It - CNET

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Apple has been making some of the best tablets on the market for years. We don’t just mean the fanciest and most powerful ones. Even Apple’s budget iPads are a solid choice. The entry-level iPad A16 is still our expert’s top pick for most people. It’s a great device for tons of things like scrolling social media, streaming your favorite content and even playing games. But Apple recently implemented a price hike across its lineup, and the cheapest iPad A16 now starts at $449, a $100 increase from its previous $349 price.

The good news is that there are still discounts you can grab. You can save up to $99 with a direct discount at Amazon, while free Apple services makes Best Buya compelling option — even though they sometimes offer smaller discounts. To help you make the most of these offers, CNET’s shopping experts have rounded up the...

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