Things to know and do before getting that new iPad Air
Apple’s redesigned fifth-generation iPad will go on sale tomorrow. Renamed the iPad Air, the latest slate comes with a slimmer form factor and sheds some weight as well. CNET’s review said the iPad Air is “the best full-size consumer tablet on the market.”
So if the question is whether you should get one, well, I’ve said my piece regarding this in my earlier article and I’ll definitely be getting the Air over the new iPad mini. If you’ve already made up your mind to get one, here are some things to consider.
Pricing
Now, I’ve done the maths, and if you want to get the cheapest slate in Southeast Asia, you should head to Hong Kong. The iPad Airs there are sold without tax, and here’s a fun fact: there’s only one version of the LTE iPads this time, which means it will work globally with almost all 4G networks.
Take the 32GB 4G iPad Air for example. In Singapore, the tablet is sold at S$1,008 (US$813). In Hong Kong, the same model retails for S$909 (US$733). That’s almost a S$100 difference, enough to get the new Smart Cover with change to spare. The other two launch countries in Asia, Japan and China, have only the Wi-Fi models on sale at launch.
The same model is similarly priced in Australia as well, at S$998 after conversion. So if you do want to save some cash, get a friend in Hong Kong who’s visiting you for a holiday to get you one.
Unsurprisingly, the iPad Air is cheaper in the US — the 32GB 4G model is US$729 — if you’re able to get it tax-free in certain states. Even with a 10 percent sales tax though, the Air will cost US$802, slightly cheaper than if you were to get it in Singapore.
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Availability
Stocks are likely to be limited, so you may want to head down early to the Apple Stores and resellers to queue up. There’s also the option of buying it from the telcos with a plan, but this will cost you extra every month with an additional subscription fee. Good luck!
Warranty
Thanks to having just one model of the iPad Air, AppleCare should cover your tablet anywhere in the world within the first year (if you choose not to extend it) and you’ll be able to easily swap it for a refurbished one. On that note, you may also want to consider extending your AppleCare period to get maximum protection if you plan to skip next year’s iPad.
Accessories
If you’re thinking of saving some cash by reusing your current iPad Smart Covers, here’s the bad news. The change in design means that it likely won’t be compatible. Get ready to fork out some cash if you want your new iPad protected. The good news is that Apple is using the same Lightning port, so you don’t have to buy new cables.
Back up your current iPad
You’re probably really eager to get your hands on your new toy, but before you do so, remember to back up your current slate first. Doing so will allow you to quickly migrate your settings and apps over to your new iPad Air when you get it. For best results, I suggest using the iCloud backup option — signing in to your iCloud account on your new iPad during the initial setup will automatically perform the restore procedure.
Things to know and do before getting that new iPad Air
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Things to know and do before getting that new iPad Air
Apple’s redesigned fifth-generation iPad will go on sale tomorrow. Renamed the iPad Air, the latest slate comes with a slimmer form factor and sheds some weight as well. CNET’s review said the iPad Air is “the best full-size consumer tablet on the market.”
So if the question is whether you should get one, well, I’ve said my piece regarding this in my earlier article and I’ll definitely be getting the Air over the new iPad mini. If you’ve already made up your mind to get one, here are some things to consider.
Pricing
Now, I’ve done the maths, and if you want to get the cheapest slate in Southeast Asia, you should head to Hong Kong. The iPad Airs there are sold without tax, and here’s a fun fact: there’s only one version of the LTE iPads this time, which means it will work globally with almost all 4G networks.
Take the 32GB 4G iPad Air for example. In Singapore, the tablet is sold at S$1,008 (US$813). In Hong Kong, the same model retails for S$909 (US$733). That’s almost a S$100 difference, enough to get the new Smart Cover with change to spare. The other two launch countries in Asia, Japan and China, have only the Wi-Fi models on sale at launch.
The same model is similarly priced in Australia as well, at S$998 after conversion. So if you do want to save some cash, get a friend in Hong Kong who’s visiting you for a holiday to get you one.
Unsurprisingly, the iPad Air is cheaper in the US — the 32GB 4G model is US$729 — if you’re able to get it tax-free in certain states. Even with a 10 percent sales tax though, the Air will cost US$802, slightly cheaper than if you were to get it in Singapore.
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Availability
Stocks are likely to be limited, so you may want to head down early to the Apple Stores and resellers to queue up. There’s also the option of buying it from the telcos with a plan, but this will cost you extra every month with an additional subscription fee. Good luck!
Warranty
Thanks to having just one model of the iPad Air, AppleCare should cover your tablet anywhere in the world within the first year (if you choose not to extend it) and you’ll be able to easily swap it for a refurbished one. On that note, you may also want to consider extending your AppleCare period to get maximum protection if you plan to skip next year’s iPad.
Accessories
If you’re thinking of saving some cash by reusing your current iPad Smart Covers, here’s the bad news. The change in design means that it likely won’t be compatible. Get ready to fork out some cash if you want your new iPad protected. The good news is that Apple is using the same Lightning port, so you don’t have to buy new cables.
Back up your current iPad
You’re probably really eager to get your hands on your new toy, but before you do so, remember to back up your current slate first. Doing so will allow you to quickly migrate your settings and apps over to your new iPad Air when you get it. For best results, I suggest using the iCloud backup option — signing in to your iCloud account on your new iPad during the initial setup will automatically perform the restore procedure.
Things to know and do before getting that new iPad Air
iPad Air
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