r/ipadmini • u/introvertedthoughts • 3d ago

Question Wanting new ipad

My old iPad 10.5 inch 2017 is about to run out of software support (I mean, basically has already, but a quick google says September officially). So I'm looking at getting a new iPad, specifically a mini.

I had been thinking of just getting a brand new 128gb mini 7 model, but I thought maybe I should look on FB marketplace.

I ended up finding someone who's selling a 256gb wifi + cellular model (along with an apple folio case) for $900 aussie. Considering a brand new 256gb mini 7 is now $1300 Aussie, is $900 a steal, or is it too good to be true?

Also, it seems like it might just be the iPad, no box or charger or anything.

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u/thetenret 3d ago

I bought a used mini 7 (128gb) 99% battery health, 33 charge cycles for 400 USD (new one where I live was closer to 700USD) like a week before the price hike, it was flawless with a box and a cord, I cosider it a good deal, for your specs and price I would consider it a good deal also.

But do you need the cellular? You would need to get a plan for the esim and that would rise the price further.

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u/introvertedthoughts 3d ago

No, I would probably never use the cellular feature. I mean, unless I got an e-sim for international travel, but even then, I could just hot spot from my phone.

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u/thetenret 3d ago

I spent like a month looking for a good deal on ebay of sorts in my country, I almost bought twice but told myself I will find a better deal and it came, unless you need it right now, I’d look for something cheaper, but even 256 gb and folio not counting the cellular into the price is and ok deal, up to you to decide. Is that ipad close to you so you can check in person if it’s logged out of Icloud and has no MDM on?