Walmart Clears Out Remaining 9th-Gen iPad Stock at $179 Ahead of the New Model's Release

There's about to be a hot new entry-level iPad on the block this week. And for deal hunters, that means it's time to scout out deals on the devices it's about to replace. That's exactly what Walmart is offering right now with the ninth-gen iPad hitting a new record-low price of $179 there. Just note that supplies are extremely limited and that you might have to venture into a store to pick one up if shipping isn't available in your location. Amazon also briefly matched the price, though it's showing out of stock there right now. Keep an eye on that link in case it comes back. 

We're about to see the 11th-gen iPad hit the market, so the model on sale is a couple of generations old now, but the ninth-gen Apple iPad is still a solid device for a lot of folks. If you're after a tablet that's great for the basics like checking your email, streaming shows and exploring social media, this is one of the best iPad deals you'll find right now. 

It's equipped with the still-capable A13 Bionic chip, an 8-megapixel wide-angle rear camera, a 12-megapixel ultrawide front camera with Center Stage technology and more. The Retina display is an upgrade on previous models with True Tone technology that adjusts the screen for comfortable viewing in any light. 

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It also includes a Lightning connector instead of USB-C, which will be useful to those with plenty of Lightning cables around, and it gets up to 10 hours of battery life per charge. Plus, this 2021 iPad supports the first-gen Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard. They're sold separately but can help you create and work more easily, so they may be worth the investment.

Why this deal matters 

With a new iPad model hitting shelves this week, now is likely the very last chance to nab this outgoing iPad model as retailers clear them out to make space. Though it's a few years old at this point, $179 is an astonishingly low price for an iPad and this model is ideal for kids or grandparents who just want an easy-to-use, familiar device (it's the last one with a home button, for example) that they can use for simple tasks like watching YouTube, browsing the web and checking email. This is lower than it's ever gone before and we doubt we'll see deals this good again for the device in brand new condition. 

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