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Apple quietly expanded its refurbished product lineup in the United States. It added 11-inch and 13-inch M2 iPad Air models to its Certified Refurbished store this week for the first time since the tablets originally launched. So now you can take your pick of Apple refurbished iPad Air 2 models at discounts around 15% off.
They were already available in the UK. But this marks the first opportunity for US customers to purchase these previous-generation iPad Air models at a significant discount directly from Apple.
Get Apple refurbished M2 iPad Air models at 15% discount straight from Apple
Apple M2 iPad Air launched in May 2024. The refurbished M2 iPad Air models offer approximately 15% savings compared to their original retail pricing, according to listings in Apple’s US Certified Refurbished store. The entry-level 11-inch iPad Air with 128GB of storage is now available for $469, down from its original $549 price tag. Meanwhile, the larger 13-inch model with the same storage capacity is priced at $639, representing an $110 discount from its original $749 retail price.
These price reductions make the premium iPad Air lineup more accessible to budget-conscious consumers who want the performance benefits of Apple’s M2 chip without paying full price for the latest M3 models.
Follows international availability of M2 iPad Air refurbs
The M2 iPad Air’s appearance in the US refurbished store comes after models showed up earlier this month in Apple’s UK refurbished. The staggered international rollout is typical for Apple’s refurbished program. It often sees products appear in different regional stores at varying times based on return inventory and regional demand.
Apple currently offers multiple configurations of the refurbished M2 iPad Air. They include various colors, storage capacities and both Wi-Fi-only and cellular-enabled models. However, inventory levels will naturally fluctuate based on returns and trade-ins. Customers seeking specific color or storage combinations may need to check back periodically as new units become available.
Quality assurance and warranty protection
Apple’s refurbished iPad Air models undergo comprehensive reconditioning. They include new batteries, outer shells and USB-C cables, according to the iPhone giant. That helps ensure they perform identically to brand-new units. Each refurbished device comes with Apple’s standard one-year limited warranty. And customers can purchase extended AppleCare+ coverage for additional protection and support services.
Apple discontinued M2 iPad Air models from its new product lineup earlier this year when the company introduced the M3 iPad Air series. So the only way to buy straight from Apple now is through the refurbished store.
