Since Apple rarely discounts prices outright, it’s always worth taking any price drops that originate from legitimate sellers such as Amazon. Today, you can acquire the latest 11-inch WiFi 128GB iPad for as little as $279, down from the usual $349.

You also cannot go wrong with the latest iPad mini at $379, which is $120 off its usual price. While the iPad mini lags behind the iPad Air by a huge margin in processing power, you cannot beat its portable factor. Its 8.3-inch display is more than enough to read, watch movies, and play games.

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Kimber Streams Kimber Streams is a writer who has been covering laptops and other tech at Wirecutter for more than a decade.