Thinking about getting an iPad 2

[Brad Smith]

I know but the thing is I don't have tgat much money to pay out all at once. Whereas £42 a month I can afford easy

 

[jonzz]

0% credit card over 15months? Go for it if you feel it's worth it and ou can afford the contract but I just know that I hate being in long contracts 12months down the line

 

[Brad Smith]

Na I don't wanna get in to credit cards mate would rather not have one lol. And na tbh after haven't my iPhone on contract I seriously don't mind waiting another year because I just love it. Like I would with the iPad

 

[Munson]

Wouldn't be without mine.

 

[Brad Smith]

Yours on contract or bought straight out ?

 

[Munson]

Outright. 32GB WiFi.

 

[Revels]

Get one on finance from Apple if you can't afford it straight up.

Those contracts are stupid.

 

[Will.]

I have been thinking about getting one of these instead of a mbp lately, but I'm not sure if I would miss having a laptop to actually do work on. I want to try it before I buy it and see how I get one using one for a few days.

 

[cava83]

If you are really struggling to buy one outright, I would consider not buying it at all. Just save and buy it out right.

 

[N0ddie]

If you are really struggling to buy one outright, I would consider not buying it at all. Just save and buy it out right.

Best solution.

 

[AK]

If you are really struggling to buy one outright, I would consider not buying it at all. Just save and buy it out right.

Hardly.

 

[ianeire]

I have an iPad1, and personally, will always go for the laptop first as my main method of browsing the net. The iPad is great for quick, short bursts on the net, but if you want to ***** about for a while browsing and in particular typing on forums or emails, then I find the laptop much faster/easier.

In saying that, if you're considering one, you won't be disappointed. They are a great bit of kit.

 

[M4rk182]

Disagree with the last post, my iPad 2 has totally taken over my laptop and to be honest I can't remember the last time I switched my laptop on. iPad is amazing for browsing the net, lieing on the bed with, sitting on the sofa, so much more easier and does the same, if not better job than a laptop

 

[cava83]

Hardly.

Depends on how you role.

If possible buy things outright, credit cards are dangerous for a lot of people, 0% balances are ok, but what a lot of banks/cards do is forget you to setup the DD or they don't do it properly. So if you fault the first payment, you lose your 0% interest and pay back the 20% or what ever the deal is, yes some people call up and complain but think of all the people who can't be bothered!.

Anyhow, all depends on your circumstances.

G

(excludes purchasing a house, saving up for those to buy outright is virtually impossible under normal circumstances)

 

[rankins]

don't think just do

argos 6 months interest free and save some money each month = win

 

[Brad Smith]

How would I pay for this, still in total, or do you pay monthly ?

 

[Brad Smith]

Rang orange yesterday and because I'm an orange customer with an iPhone 4 they said they can give me the iPad 2 for £99 upfront then £22.50 a month with 2gb of 3G and unlimited bt openzone.

 

[olliewebbuk]

Rang orange yesterday and because I'm an orange customer with an iPhone 4 they said they can give me the iPad 2 for £99 upfront then £22.50 a month with 2gb of 3G and unlimited bt openzone.

Over 2 years though right? You'd have to be MENTAL.

 

[AK]

You don't replace your laptop every year so what's the problem?

If you're not fussed about having the latest iPad every year then I see no issue TBH.

 

[olliewebbuk]

It's more the fact you're locked into paying that much a month for a service you may or may not use.

If you want an iPad and want to pay monthly, get an interest free credit card and buy one direct from Apple.

 

[AK]

Ah ok.

I'm sure he said somewhere that he would use it outside.

Must have been mistaken.

 

[olliewebbuk]

My point is I can't predict what I'll be doing next week, never mind what I'll be doing in 2 years time.

Any way, doesn't matter.

 

[mark_182_54]

Get one on finance from Apple if you can't afford it straight up.

Those contracts are stupid.

dont get one if you cant afford it simple !!

 

[Brad Smith]

Ok then, perhaps I'll leave it and maybe do some more thinking, or saving.

 

[Brookie.]

In all honesty, as others have said I'd go for a credit card with 15 months interest free on purchases.

Buy the iPad on it, set up a transfer of whatever amount (£26 per month over 15 months for a 16GB) from your bank account.

Cut the card up straight after you get the iPad = no risk of spending anymore on it.

 

[Brad Smith]

Will I end up paying more for the iPad or will I just end up paying the £399, just paying it over 15 months ?

 

[AP'Moss]

3g is for suckas!
Just save up and buy one

 

[SC03OTT]

Will I end up paying more for the iPad or will I just end up paying the £399, just paying it over 15 months ?

You will pay £399. There is no interest.

 

[Brad Smith]

hmmm, that sounds quite good tbf

 

[SC03OTT]

Credit cards are fine as long as you have a brain. I've spent thousands on credit cards and not paid a penny in interest yet.

 

[AK]

Credit cards are fine as long as you have a brain. I've spent thousands on credit cards and not paid a penny in interest yet.

CS is out then.

 

[rankins]

How would I pay for this, still in total, or do you pay monthly ?

Pay for it in 6 months time so it's Gunna be April/may 2012, you won't be disappointed

 

[Al_G]

What's Apple finance like?

APR through the roof?

 

[jenic]

http://store.apple.com/uk/browse/campaigns/financeyourmac

 

[Spud1985]

Had a iPad 2 delivered today. Brilliant bit of kit. 100% recommend it.