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Should You Buy the iPad 10th Generation?

Consider — the base iPad is good hardware let down by accessory compatibility problems. Apple Pencil 1 only, no USB-C keyboard cover, and the iPad Air may be better value at a discount.

CONSIDER

What BuyOrSkip would check

  • Apple Pencil 1 compatibility versus newer Pencil — requires an adapter
  • Smart Folio keyboard cover works only on this generation
  • iPad Air pricing during sales versus base model
  • Whether you genuinely need a tablet or will use a laptop more

Red flags

  • Buying for note-taking — Apple Pencil compatibility is awkward
  • Using it as a laptop replacement — iPadOS limits are real
  • Base 64GB storage if you use it for video or photos

Better searches

  • iPad 10th gen vs iPad Air comparison
  • iPad with Apple Pencil 2 support
  • refurbished iPad Air UK

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