It’s official: Apple has retired one of its cheapest and most popular iPad models. May it rest in peace.
The iPad lineup has received a price bump — and Apple has quietly killed its cheapest iPad model. Apple’s 9th-generation iPad used to cost $329 but has been discontinued. At the same time, the company has reduced the 10th gen iPad’s starting price by $100, which means it’s now priced at $349. As a result, getting the cheapest iPad means you’ll now spend $20 more than before.
The 9th gen Apple iPad was launched in 2021 with the A13 chipset and Apple’s Center Stage feature but retained the same old design with the already-old Lightning port and home button. With Apple moving to a USB-C port on all devices to comply with EU laws, it was inevitable for Apple to discontinue the 9th gen iPad this year.
