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ipad 2 16GB wifi + 3G or iPad 3 16GB wifi only

  • 29-03-2012 3:33pm
    #1
    Maclyn
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 89 ✭✭


    Hi,

    I posted a few weeks ago about purchasing the iPad as a present, I am definitely going to purchase but just am stumped at what to get. Hoping to order today.

    Here's my options:

    IPad 2 16GB Wifi only €399
    IPad 2 16GB Wifi + 3G €479
    IPad 3 16GB Wifi only €479

    The person I am buying for already has an IPhone so I am wondering would he really need 3G. He wouldnt be high tech but adores his IPhone, so I know he would love IPad.

    Thanks


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  • #2
    whiterebel
    Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 15,004 Mod ✭✭✭✭whiterebel


    Maclyn wrote: »
    Hi,

    I posted a few weeks ago about purchasing the iPad as a present, I am definitely going to purchase but just am stumped at what to get. Hoping to order today.

    Here's my options:

    IPad 2 16GB Wifi only €399
    IPad 2 16GB Wifi + 3G €479
    IPad 3 16GB Wifi only €479

    The person I am buying for already has an IPhone so I am wondering would he really need 3G. He wouldnt be high tech but adores his IPhone, so I know he would love IPad.

    Thanks

    iPad 2 from the refurb store. €349 when available, saving €130


  • #3
    Dades
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 25,558 Mod ✭✭✭✭Dades


    I'd be pissed if someone got me the iPad 2 with the fancy new screen just out.
    Especially if you're used to the iPhone 4 screen.

    I wouldn't let them know it - but inside I'd already be on Adverts.ie :pac:
    Harsh, but there ya go.

    Also - remember it's dead simple to tether your iPad to your iPhone on the move. So 3G isn't that necessary.


  • #4
    whiterebel
    Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 15,004 Mod ✭✭✭✭whiterebel


    Dades wrote: »
    I'd be pissed if someone got me the iPad 2 with the fancy new screen just out.
    Especially if you're used to the iPhone 4 screen.

    I wouldn't let them know it - but inside I'd already be on Adverts.ie :pac:
    Harsh, but there ya go.

    Also - remember it's dead simple to tether your iPad to your iPhone on the move. So 3G isn't that necessary.

    If I thought someone was pissed after giving them €350 worth of iPad, they wouldn't be a "friend" too long......


  • #5
    Maclyn
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 89 ✭✭Maclyn


    Just a quick question,

    The refurb ones? Are they scratched or physically used looking?

    Thanks,


  • #6
    whiterebel
    Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 15,004 Mod ✭✭✭✭whiterebel


    Maclyn wrote: »
    Just a quick question,

    The refurb ones? Are they scratched or physically used looking?

    Thanks,

    No, brand new cases and batteries.


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  • #7
    Dades
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 25,558 Mod ✭✭✭✭Dades


    whiterebel wrote: »
    If I thought someone was pissed after giving them €350 worth of iPad, they wouldn't be a "friend" too long......
    C'est la vie. Doesn't change the fact that an iPhone 4 owner might well secretly yearn for the retina display he's used to. I'm not saying he won't be grateful, just maybe not fulfilled.

    Don't shoot the messenger!


  • #8
    pat127
    Registered Users Posts: 56 ✭✭pat127


    whiterebel wrote: »
    No, brand new cases and batteries.

    I've only ever owned PCs/laptops/phones with black cases but rather fancy the white iPad. Anyone got views on how well the white wears in comparison, in terms of showing marks, scratches etc?


    Thanks!


  • #9
    1ZRed
    Closed Accounts Posts: 7,293 ✭✭✭1ZRed


    pat127 wrote: »
    whiterebel wrote: »
    No, brand new cases and batteries.

    I've only ever owned PCs/laptops/phones with black cases but rather fancy the white iPad. Anyone got views on how well the white wears in comparison, in terms of showing marks, scratches etc?


    Thanks!

    I find the white ones look cheap and tacky compared to the black version. In terms of wear, they're both very similar but the white ones show up scuffs and scratches a bit easier.
    Go black, it looks much more premium!:D


  • #10
    pat127
    Registered Users Posts: 56 ✭✭pat127


    1ZRed wrote: »
    I find the white ones look cheap and tacky compared to the black version. In terms of wear, they're both very similar but the white ones show up scuffs and scratches a bit easier.
    Go black, it looks much more premium!:D


    Thanks for the tip!


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