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If you’re looking for an iPad with cellular connectivity and want to find the best price, consider this deal from T-Mobile: Right now, when you activate a qualifying Tablet Unlimited Plus plan, Get the latest iPad for $99down from the regular price of $499.
To take advantage of this offer, you’ll buy a new iPad A16 on a monthly payment plan and pay sales tax on the pre-credit price when you buy. You’ll also activate a new line of service on a qualifying Tablet Unlimited Plus plan, which starts at $60 per month. The $400 in savings will be returned to you in 24 monthly bill credits.
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If you cancel your account before the 24 months are up, you’ll have to pay the full price of the iPad. Invoice credits also end if you pay it early. You’ll also need qualifying credit and a new mobile internet line starting at $25/month plus taxes and fees.
But if all of that sounds good to you, it’s still a good deal that will finally give you the latest base model iPad and cellular connectivity at a lower price.
The iPad A16 is our pick better iPad overallas it offers almost all the best tablet features at an affordable price, especially when you can get a deal.
Also: Right now I’ve tested every iPad sold by Apple – here’s the model I recommend the most
Don’t miss this T-Mobile deal for a $99 iPad with a qualified line of tablets.
How I rated this deal
This carrier deal still requires a service plan and has some caveats, but it’s a great way to grab the base model iPad for under $100, especially if you’re interested in cellular service for your iPad. That’s why we’ve given this offering a 4/5 editor rating. As long as you’re okay with the fine print, we think this is a great way to get a tablet with connectivity.
T-Mobile does not currently include an expiration date for this offer.
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