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If you're in the market for an iPad with cellular connection and want to find the best price, consider this deal from T-Mobile: Right now when you activate a qualifying Tablet Unlimited Plus plan, you'll get the latest iPad for $99, down from the usual price of $499.
To take advantage of this offer, you'll purchase a new iPad A16 on a monthly payment plan, and pay the sales tax on the pre-credit price when you purchase. You'll also activate a new line of service on a qualifying Tablet Unlimited Plus plan, which starts at $60/month. You'll get paid back the $400 in savings over 24 monthly bill credits.
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If you cancel your account before the 24 months is up, you'll need to pay the full price of the iPad. The bill credits also end if you pay it off 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 this sounds OK to you, this is still a good deal that will ultimately get you the latest base model iPad and cellular connectivity at a lower price.
The iPad A16 is our pick for the best iPad overall, since it provides nearly all of the tablet's best features at an affordable price, particularly when you can get a deal.
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Don't miss this T-Mobile deal for a $99 iPad with a qualifying tablet line.
How I rated this deal
This carrier deal still requires a service plan and has some caveats, but it's a nice 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 gave this offer a 4/5 Editors' deal rating. As long as you're ok with the fine print, we think this is a nice way to obtain a tablet with connectivity.
T-Mobile does not currently list an expiration date for this deal.
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