Apple has just streamlined its tablet lineup by launching the latest iPad Air and Pro, and discontinuing the production of the 9th generation iPad. This move means the iPad 9 is no longer available in official stores and on the Apple website. The iPad 9, which was the last tablet with a Home button and a 3.5mm headphone jack, is now officially out of production.
First released in September 2021, the iPad 9, though not yet three years old, looks outdated with its thick bezels and Home button at the bottom. Now, the 10th generation iPad is the only entry-level tablet officially offered by Apple. The good news is that Apple is offering a price discount on the iPad 10 of up to USD 100, or around Rp 1.6 million.
According to the official Apple website, the iPad 10 is now priced starting from USD 349, or around Rp 5.6 million, for the 64GB/Wi-Fi variant, and USD 499, or around Rp 8 million, for the 256GB/Wi-Fi variant. Variants with Wi-Fi+Cellular connectivity are also still available, priced at USD 499 (Rp 8 million) for 64GB ROM, and USD 649 (Rp 10.4 million) for 256GB ROM.
This discount is quite significant considering the iPad 10 was sold at USD 449 when it was first released in 2022. The new price also almost matches the iPad 9, which started from USD 329. However, the iPad 10 brings many improvements compared to the iPad 9. The iPad 10 features the A14 Bionic chip with a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display, which is larger than the iPad 9’s screen.
The iPad 10’s design is also more modern, with a full-screen display and thinner bezels. This tablet also supports the first-generation Apple Pencil and already uses a USB-C port, providing a more flexible and efficient experience for users.
For consumers who still want the iPad 9 because they are looking for a tablet with a headphone jack, it can still be found at some third-party retailers for around USD 249, or about Rp 4 million.
Review Conclusion: Apple continues to innovate by optimizing its product line, offering the latest technology at a more affordable price. With the discontinuation of the iPad 9, consumers get a more sophisticated and modern alternative with the iPad 10. The discounts offered by Apple also make this tablet even more attractive, ensuring users get more value from every purchase.
