TL;DR: As of September 27, get a refurbished iPad 7 for only $237.99 — a 52% discount.

If you're looking for a middle ground between your laptop and iPhone, a tablet is a great option. And while there are a lot of different brands on the market, Apple's iPad is known to beautifully blend performance, portability, and affordability. However, the price tag can be a deterrent — unless you find a reliable refurbished model like this iPad 7. For a limited time, it's on sale for 52% off, making it just $237.99 (reg. $499).

This refurbished iPad boasts a range of features that make it an ideal choice for a variety of users, from students and professionals to creative minds and tech enthusiasts. It's powered by a 2.4GHz Apple A10 Fusion processor chip and features 3GB of memory and 32GB of storage. This means it can easily be your go-to for browsing the web, reading, playing games, answering emails, or streaming your favorites on the generous 10.2-inch Retina display.

The dual-camera design includes an 8MP back camera for taking photos and videos and a 1.2MP FaceTime HD front camera for video chatting or jumping on a work call. It also has built-in stereo speakers, WiFi capabilities, and a ten-hour battery life.

This iPad has a grade "B" refurbished rating, which means it might have light scuffing or other cosmetic blemishes on the case or body. It comes with a generic charger and a 30-day manufacturer’s warranty.

This refurbished Apple iPad 7 is a versatile tablet that combines the reliability of the Apple name with the affordability of a refurbished product. And if you are concerned about the planet, refurbished products are better for the earth because they help create less e-waste, among other things.

Score this refurbished iPad 7 for just $237.99 (reg. $499).

Prices subject to change.

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