iPad & Tablet Deals

As one of its daily deals, Amazon takes up to 66% off select Kensington laptop and tablet accessories, with prices starting at $11.04. Plus, Prime members get free shipping on all orders. (Non-members can spend $25 or more to get free shipping; otherwise it starts at $8.64.) That's the best sale we've seen on Kensington accessories from Amazon, yielding a number of price lows, most by significant margins. Deal ends today.

A best bet is the Kensington KeyFolio Pro 2 Universal Bluetooth Keyboard Case and Stand for 10" Tablets in Black (pictured), model no. K39519US, for $39.94 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $33. This case is compatible with 10" tablets, including the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2, Samsung Galaxy Note, ASUS Transformer, and Google Nexus. It features Bluetooth connectivity, a Velcro fastener, adjustable viewing angles, StrongFit corner holders, access to ports and buttons, and more.

The iTunes App Store offers downloads of several apps for Apple iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad for free, as listed below. At up to $5 off, each is the best deal we've seen. The deals:

• Gravity Guy for iPhone and iPod touch or HD for iPad: Side-scrolling adventure game
• Table Top Racing for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad: Racing game
• Pudding Monsters for iPhone and iPod touch or HD for iPad: Dessert-based puzzle game
• Sketchworthy for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad: Drawing and note-taking tool
• Ski On Neon HD for iPad: Space skiing game
• Fishdom 2 HD (Premium) for iPad: Aquatic puzzle game
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Fry's Electronics offers the XtremeMac Tango Air Speaker System for Apple iPhone, iPod, and iPad, model no. IPU-TAP-11, for $49 plus around $11 for shipping. (Free in-store pickup is also available.) That's $20 under our mention from last week and the lowest total price we could find now by $165. This speaker is compatible with devices that support iOS 5 or greater and features two tweeters, two full-range drivers, a subwoofer, and passive radiator.

Note: It's currently on backorder, but can still be ordered at this price for delivery when available.

The iTunes App Store offers Gangstar Rio: City of Saints for Apple iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad for free. That's a buck under our mention from last fall and the lowest price we've seen for this action game.

The iTunes App Store offers N.O.V.A. 3 for Apple iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad for free. That's a buck under our March mention and the lowest price we've seen for this first person sci-fi shooter.

The Apple Store discounts a selection of its factory-refurbished, 3rd-generation iPad WiFi + 4G models, with models starting $409. With free shipping on all orders, each is up to $50 off and the lowest total price we could find for these models with an Apple warranty. Each carries a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new units. Note that not all colors may be available for all carriers listed below. Notables, with price drops:

• Refurb Apple iPad 16GB WiFi + 4G for AT&T in White or for Verizon in Black for $409 ($50 drop)
• refurb Apple iPad 32GB WiFi + 4G for AT&T in Black or VZW in Black or White for $499 ($50 drop)
• refurb Apple iPad 64GB WiFi + 4G for AT&T or Verizon in Black for $579 ($20 drop)

MegaMacs offers the refurbished Apple iPad 2 16GB WiFi Tablet in Black, model no. MC773FD/A, for $289.99 with free shipping. That's $29 below our refurb mention from two weeks ago and $43 under the lowest total price we could find for a refurb elsewhere. This 0.3"-thick tablet weighs 1.3 lbs. and features an Apple A5 1GHz dual-core processor, 9.7" 1024x768 touchscreen LCD, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, front and back cameras, 720p video capture, up to 10 hours of battery life, and more. Deal ends May 22.

Of note, a 90-day warranty applies, although it's unclear who backs it.

eXpansys offers the Digital Gadgets Crash Case for iPad in Green (pictured) or Black, model no. DGIPA3CSPC, for $13.99 plus $3.99 for shipping. That's tied with our mention from last week and a buck under the lowest total price we could find now for any color. This case is compatible with the 2nd-, 3rd-, and current-generation models and features reinforced rubber bumpers on the corners, access to ports and controls, internal ribs for shock absorption, and more.

Note that these usually ship within five to seven days.

Apple4less_sales via eBay offers the open-box Apple iPad Leather Smart Cover in Red, model no. MD304LL/A (pictured), or Navy, model no. MD303LL/A, for $16.99 with free shipping. That's tied with last week's mention and the lowest total price we could find by a buck, although most places charge over $50. It secures to the 3rd- and 4th-generation iPad or iPad 2 via built-in magnets and can be folded into a keyboard stand.

As one of its daily deals, CowBoom offers the 1st-generation, used Apple iPad 32GB Wi-Fi Tablet, model no. MB293LL/A, for $169.99 plus $5 for shipping. That's tied with our April mention of a used unit and $55 under the lowest total price we could find for a used unit elsewhere now. It weighs 1.5 lbs. and features an Apple A4 1GHz processor, 9.7" 1024x768 LCD touchscreen display, 802.11a/n wireless, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, accelerometer, compass, up to 10 hours of battery life, and more. Deal ends today.

Of note, this used unit may have dents, scratches, or missing parts. No warranty information is provided.

For in-store pickup only with stock limited by location, MicroCenter offers the Apple iPad mini 64GB WiFi Tablet in Black, model no. MD530LL/A, for $449.99. That's tied with last month's mention as the best price we've seen for this model. (It's a current price low by $79. It's even $5 below today's Tech Woot price for a refurb.) This 0.3"-thick tablet weighs 0.7 lbs. and features an Apple A5 1GHz dual-core processor, 7.9" 1024x768 LED-backlit touchscreen LCD, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, accelerometer, compass, up to 10 hours of battery life, and iOS 6.

newegg offers the refurbished Logitech Wireless Bluetooth Audio System for Apple iPad, iPhone, and iPod in Black, model no. 984-000181, for $79.99. This $20 mail-in rebate cuts it to $59.99. With free shipping, that's $10 under our February mention of a refurb and the lowest total price we could find for a refurb now by $31. It features a rechargeable battery, two 3" laser-tuned neodymium drivers, Bluetooth, 3.5mm auxiliary cable, dock connector, and more. Rebate ends May 19.

A 90-day warranty applies but it's unclear who backs it.

CTCStore via Amazon offers Prime members the Acase Slim Leather Folio Case for iPad mini in Black for $12.95. Add it to your cart and it drops it to $6.95 at checkout. With free shipping, that's tied with our mention from last month and the lowest total price we could find now for a similar leather Acase case for iPad mini by $23. (Non-members can spend $25 or more to get free shipping; otherwise, it adds $8.32.) It features a built-in stand and microfiber interior. Deal ends May 18.

TigerDirect offers the Bracketron SuiteGear Kit for iPad 2, model no. BFI-346-BL, for $4.99. This $5 mail-in rebate cuts it to $0. With $4.06 for shipping, that's the lowest total price we could find by $3. The kit includes a case, stylus, microfiber cleaning cloth, and Clean-iT screen cleaning gel. Rebate expires June 10.

Other World Computing offers several NewerTech NuStand Alloy Display Stands starting at $15.99. With $4.19 for shipping, they're each at the lowest total price we could find by at least $2. It features an aluminum alloy body, silicone center, rubberized finish, and rubber feet. The deals, with $4.19 for shipping unless otherwise noted:

• NewerTech NuStand Alloy Display Stand for Apple TV (pictured) for $15.99
• NewerTech NuStand Alloy Display Stand for Apple iPad for $17.99
• NewerTech NuStand Alloy Display Stand for Apple Mac mini for $18.79 + $2 s&h

PC Micro Store via Amazon discounts a selection of rooCASE folio cases for Apple iPad Mini, as listed below. Plus, coupon code "HROLEF7S" cuts an extra $15 off. Even better, all qualify for free shipping via Prime. (Non-members can spend $25 or more to qualify for free shipping; otherwise, shipping costs $8.64.) That puts each at the lowest total price we could find. The deals, with prices after coupon:

• rooCASE Ultra-Slim Folio Case Cover with Stand for Apple iPad Mini for $4.98
• rooCASE Slim Folio Case Cover with Stand for Apple iPad Mini (Green pictured) for $4.98
• rooCASE Dual Station Folio Case Cover with Stand for Apple iPad Mini for $4.98
• rooCASE Origami Folio Case Cover with Stand for Apple iPad Mini for $7.95

PC Micro Store offers the rooCASE Fuse Snap-On Shell Case for Apple iPad Mini in five colors (Red pictured) for $15.80. Coupon code "IPDMINIFUSE50" cuts it to $7.90. With free shipping, that's the lowest total price we could find by $20. Coupon expires after 1,000 uses.

iTunes App Store offers Learn Spanish: Brainscape for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad for free. That's a $10 drop and the lowest price we could find for this language teaching app.

Best Buy Computing Clearance offers the Verso Prologue Antique Cover for iPad, model no. VR052-100-23, for $5.99 with free shipping. That's tied with our expired mention from four days ago and the lowest total price we could find by $4, although most retailers charge over $20. Compatible with iPad, iPad 2, and iPad 3rd Generation models (and most 10" tablets), this cover features an internal pocket, soft interior, and corner elastics.