how long do ipads last

[col.bris]

Cost of ownership is low for an iPad compared to laptops and in most cases will out last a equivalent price laptop. The battery however may need replacing so at the end of the day one must either replace the battery or upgrade. I use factor of 30% in making that decision for my clients which means the following. If you paid $600 for a laptop and after 2 to 3 years something breaks or fails and if the cost to repair is say over $200 then replace it

With an iPad the battery really in most cases is the only item that will fail. How long it will last will depend on your usage. The other factor is resale I personally have swapped out iPads on each release each year loosing no more than 20% of what I paid for them. I sold both on ebay. Spread over a year that is a small price to pay to upgrade to the latest technology. A laptop in most cases would end up with at least a 50% loss if not more. At the end of the day if the ipad does for you what you want and you are content with it then don't upgrade. Just enjoy it.

That is my 10cents worth

Colin. Administrator


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[kelB]

I got my ipad on a deal with rent smart/pc world. I pay £29 per month and its fully covered no matter what happens accidental or not. If broken a brand new one in its place no questions asked or fixed. The best thing is I get a brand new device in 2 years and 25% cash back off the device original price.

As implied above tho, it will last as long as you look after it and don't loose or break it, the question is like asking how long is a piece of string.

 

[willerz2]

In terms of age and support, I would say 2-4 years if not more depending on far down the line we are in upgrades and releases


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