iPad

I often get questions about possibility of purchasing the device for $299. Most of the questions are triggered by visitors hitting the post published on April 1st (Apple drops iPad Price to $299), the April Fool’s Day – needless to say, such a low price is still in the realm of fantasy – and let’s repeat: THE POST WAS A JOKE.

I am posting below the iPad pricing matrix published by Apple (as of July 1st 2010) – for now, the prices listed are the only available prices in the marketplace – it’s likely to remain so until Apple expands the distribution network (e.g., Amazon, CDW, etc.).

Here is the iPad Price List:

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16GB Wi-Fi Model Sells for $499 with free shipping. It ships w/in 7 to 10 bus days.
32GB Wi-Fi Model Sells for $599 with free shipping. It ships w/in 7 to 10 bus days.
64GB Wi-Fi Model Sells for $699 with free shipping. It ships w/in 7 to 10 bus days.
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16GB Wi-Fi/3G Model Sells for $629 with free shipping. It ships w/in 7 to 10 bus days.
32GB Wi-Fi/3G Model Sells for $729 with free shipping. It ships w/in 7 to 10 bus days.
64GB Wi-Fi/3G Model Sells for $829 with free shipping. It ships w/in 7 to 10 bus days.
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Here is the iPad Data Plan price list:

Only two plans are available via AT&T, 250MB/month ($15) and 2GB/month ($25). Pricey…

On Release Date:

This one is going to be short (we may have to revisit this if the release date slips):

1. iPad Wi-Fi models Release Date: Shipping in late March.
2. iPad 3G models Release Date: Shipping in April.

Anyhow, that’s what is currently posted at the homepage (http://www.apple.com/ipad/) – stay tuned – I’ll be tracking this and posting as we learn specifics about iPad availability on Amazon and Best Buy (please comment and post info on specific retailers if you have it available. You can contact me via the link in the main meny.)