iPad

Here are the iPad 2 prices as announced by Apple during the event (read more here):
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Wi-Fi iPad
16GB – $499
32GB – $599
64GB – $699
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3G+Wi-Fi iPad (Verizon and AT&T ONLY!)
16GB – $629
32GB – $729
64GB – $829
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Anyhow, no price reduction here – for all of you who were hoping to see a $299 and $399 iPad models, I say tough luck. Now, it’ll be interested to see what is going to be happening with the price trends for iPad 1 models – I am sure Apple will cut the price for old models in order to work through the existing inventory. My hunch is that you’ll be able to get one in a $400 to $450 range. Please post a comment if you are aware of any places who might be selling it for less than $499.

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…

As many expected, Apple today announced a price drop for the complete line of iPad products. Based on the “% decrease” metrics, the low end 16GB Wi-Fi model looks the most attractive – with all basic features and 40% discount you can have this puppy for a symbolic $299. The folks who pre-ordered iPads or reserved them in the local Apple stores will be eligible for a corresponding refund (paid out via store credit or iTunes certificates).

Hit the link to see the PR release and official price drop announcement directly from the source.