Dealmaster: New low on 55-inch LG C2 TV, 2021 iPad Pro, and more

Enlarge / The 2021 12.9-inch iPad Pro. (credit: Samuel Axon)

Today’s best tech deals include LG’s well-regarded C2 55-inch 4K TV and the 2021 iPad Pro at their lowest prices. The C2 and the 2021 iPad Pro are previous-generation models that still offer great performance and display quality. Apple’s entry-level 2023 Mac mini and AirPods Pro also returned to the lowest prices we’ve tracked for them, at $400 for the mini and $200 for the AirPods Pro.

Apple iPad Pro (2021) 12.9-inch M1 Wi-Fi + cellular, 256GB for $1,000 ($1,400)

When we reviewed the 2021 (fifth generation) iPad Pro, it was “the best screen we’ve ever seen in a tablet [and] one of the best screens we’ve seen in any personal computing device, period.” The Mini LED display alone could be a good reason to upgrade from previous-generation iPad Pros, particularly for avid consumers of HDR content. Apple’s M1 processor took the 2021 iPad Pro to untouchable, “peerless” performance levels on a tablet that already led the market in performance, and the inclusion of Thunderbolt 3 connectivity sweetened the deal for productivity. You’ll likely need a dongle to support heavier workflows since that’s the only built-in port for charging and data transfer.

The sixth-generation 2022 iPad Pro (the latest model) steps up to the newest M2 processor, but we recommend that those who already have a 2021 iPad Pro stick with what they have, making it a solid deal for new users. Especially with cellular capabilities and $400 off—the largest discount we’ve tracked on it—the 2021 iPad Pro is a great pickup. If you don’t need that size or power, we think the 10.9-inch iPad Air is the best choice for most buyers seeking a new tablet, and it does so at nearly half the price.