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Thursday, March 31, 2011, 11:00 pm
Apple running out of remaining stock of discounted original iPads
Apple has run out of original 16GB Wi-Fi iPads as online stock of refurbished and clearance first-generation iPads runs low, even as its successor, the iPad 2, continues to sell out.The Apple Online Store no longer offers the Wi-Fi only version of the original iPad in its clearance section and has run out of the first-generation 16GB Wi-Fi iPad in the refurbished section, as noted by MacNN.
All three of last year's 3G iPad models remain on sale in the clearance section, priced at $529, $629 and $729 for the 16GB, 32GB and 64GB models respectively. The refurbished versions of the 32GB and 64GB Wi-Fi iPads sell for $429 and $529, while refurbished iPad 3Gs sell for $479, $559 and $659.
Shortly after unveiling the iPad 2, Apple began offering remaining stock of the original iPad for a discount. Unopened models of the iPad are on sale for a $100 discount, while refurbished models sell for as much as $170 off the original price.
Apple also offered either a $100 discount or a refund to customers who purchased the first-generation iPad within 14 days of the iPad 2 announcement on March 2.
Analysts project Apple will sell a total of 40 million iPads in 2011, including both the first- and second-generation models. Greater than expected demand for the iPad 2 has impressed Wall Street, causing at least one analyst to revise his sales forecast.
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RAM is the number one reason to update to iPad 2. That and speed. The weight drop isn't significant enough to spend 500+ on, but it's nice to have it. The thinness is nice also.
The weight drop itself isn't compelling enough, however combined with the Smart Cover design, it might be persuading. The original iPad in the kludgy Apple case is bulky; this case doesn't really function well as a stand.
The iPad 2's display is actually better. No additional resolution, but more contrast, wider viewing angles, superior oleophobic coating, etc.
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Originally Posted by cvaldes1831 
The weight drop itself isn't compelling enough, however combined with the Smart Cover design, it might be persuading. The original iPad in the kludgy Apple case is bulky; this case doesn't really function well as a stand.
The iPad 2's display is actually better. No additional resolution, but more contrast, wider viewing angles, superior oleophobic coating, etc.
The weight drop itself isn't compelling enough, however combined with the Smart Cover design, it might be persuading. The original iPad in the kludgy Apple case is bulky; this case doesn't really function well as a stand.
The iPad 2's display is actually better. No additional resolution, but more contrast, wider viewing angles, superior oleophobic coating, etc.
I may be in the minority, but I really liked the original case. I'm on my second Apple iPad case.
When I can finally get an iPad2, I'll have a smart cover, but I'll also have to buy one of those zippered 'book' cases to carry it around. I bring it everywhere!
does not have enough improvements to justify replacing my 1 Gen. 64 GB 3G. I do not see any "must have features" or "significant task not able to perfom" to buy a new one. At least I don't have to waste time waiting in the line in front of the Apple Store from 5 AM. 
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Originally Posted by Aeolian
I may be in the minority, but I really liked the original case. I'm on my second Apple iPad case.
When I can finally get an iPad2, I'll have a smart cover, but I'll also have to buy one of those zippered 'book' cases to carry it around. I bring it everywhere!
I may be in the minority, but I really liked the original case. I'm on my second Apple iPad case.
When I can finally get an iPad2, I'll have a smart cover, but I'll also have to buy one of those zippered 'book' cases to carry it around. I bring it everywhere!
I agree, I had the original iPad with the apple case and I liked it,but now that I have an iPad 2 with the smart cover I couldn't possibly go back it makes what I had before seem bulky and uncomfortable. I just put an invisible shield on the back for fear of it being scratched,I usually carry it in my hand or in my shoulder bag.
Apple follows tradition and cuts the old model of something when the new one comes out. And then runs out of the old one.
Well duh. this actually got a story. Really?
very good!
Now they shall manufacture mode iPad2s and make them available already!
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Originally Posted by charlituna
Apple follows tradition and cuts the old model of something when the new one comes out. And then runs out of the old one.
Well duh. this actually got a story. Really?
Apple follows tradition and cuts the old model of something when the new one comes out. And then runs out of the old one.
Well duh. this actually got a story. Really?
Err the point is soon there will be no iPads at all, 1st or 2nd gen. It has been well over a year since the iPad announcement. That is eons in the tech world. No real alternative so people that are sick of waiting for iPad 2 will be snapping up the iPad 1.
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Originally Posted by charlituna
Apple follows tradition and cuts the old model of something when the new one comes out. And then runs out of the old one.
Well duh. this actually got a story. Really?
Apple follows tradition and cuts the old model of something when the new one comes out. And then runs out of the old one.
Well duh. this actually got a story. Really?
Actually, what surprised me with the iPad is that it DIDN'T follow tradition.
With the iPhone, iPod Touch, and in a round-about way the MacBook when they release a new model they maintain a single offering of the old model and sell it at a cheaper price.
Therefore, I was really surprised when they didn't keep the 16GB Wi-Fi iPad I and sell it for $399. I mean talk about putting serious pressure on the competition in pricing.
Than again, the prediction of selling 40 million iPads in 2011 is really dependant on their ability to produce 40 million iPads. And therefore, any production capacity taken up on producing more iPad Is is likely better used making iPad 2s.
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| Model | White | Black | |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPad mini (WiFi only) | |||
| 16GB WiFi |  |
$329.99 | $329.99 |
| 32GB WiFi | |
$429.99 | $429.99 |
| 64GB WiFi | |
$529.99 | $529.99 |
| iPad mini (WiFi + 4G) | |||
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| 16GB 4G White | $459.99 | $459.99 | $459.99 |
| 32GB 4G White | $559.99 | $559.99 | $559.99 |
| 64GB 4G White | $659.99 | $659.99 | $659.99 |
| 16GB 4G Black | $459.99 | $459.99 | $459.99 |
| 32GB 4G Black | $559.99 | $559.99 | $559.99 |
| 64GB 4G Black | $659.99 | $659.99 | $659.99 |
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