Apple drops the price of its 10th generation iPad to $349

By Amber Neely

The most affordable iPad just got even cheaper as Apple cut the price of the 10th generation model by $100.

iPad 10th Gen

While Tuesday's iPad event focused largely on the new iPad Air and iPad Pro models, Apple included a quick footnote about its base model iPad -- it's now even more affordable.

The 10th-generation iPad, released at the tail end of 2022, features a 10.9-inch edge-to-edge display, Touch ID in the lock button, and the A14 Bionic. It also features a USB-C port and is compatible with the first-generation Apple Pencil.

The rear camera is also improved over the ninth generation, which Apple has quietly retired.

Tuesday's price drop lowered the price from $449 to $349, making it a great device for kids or as a secondary device for those who may not need all the features promised by the iPad Air.

AppleInsider rated the 10th Generation iPad a 3 out of 5, praising the improved display and cameras, while noting that the device fits into a less-than-ideal spot in the iPad lineup -- that still hasn't changed much.