iPads and Tablets on Sale

Staples offers the ASUS Google Nexus 7 16GB 7" Android Tablet, model no. NEXUS7-1B16, for $199. Coupon code "24591" drops it to $179. With free shipping, that's tied with our expired mention from last week as the lowest total price we've seen for a new unit. (It's a current price low for a new unit by $20; some stores charge close to this price for refurbs.) This 12-oz. tablet features a 7" 1280x800 touchscreen display, scratch-resistant Corning glass, Tegra 3 1.2GHz quad-core processor, 1GB RAM, 16GB memory, Bluetooth, GPS, front-facing camera, 802.11n wireless, and Google Android 4.1 OS (Jelly Bean). Deal ends May 27.

Lenovo offers its Lenovo IdeaTab S2110 32GB WiFi 10.1" Android Tablet in Black, model no. 2258E5U, with the Lenovo IdeaTab Keyboard Dock for $579. Coupon code "USPSE5523" cuts it to $329. With free shipping, that's $20 under our March mention and the lowest total price we've seen for any IdeaTab S2110 tablet. (For further comparison, we saw the 16GB version without the keyboard dock for $50 more in September.) This tablet features a Qualcomm Snapdragon APQ8060A 1.5GHz processor, 1280x800 touchscreen LCD, 1GB RAM, 32GB flash memory, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, 1.3-megapixel front-facing webcam, 5-megapixel rear camera, USB, HDMI, and Google Android 4.0 OS (Ice Cream Sandwich). Deal ends May 31.

CowBoom offers the used, 3rd-generation Apple iPad 64GB WiFi 9.7" Tablet in Black, model no. MC707LL/A, for $449.99. Coupon code "iPad36450" cuts it to $399.99. With free shipping, that's $85 under our February mention of this tablet used and the lowest total price we have seen for a 64GB iPad with a Retina display. (For further comparison, it's $155 under the lowest total price we could find for a new one today.) It's 9.4mm thick, weighs 1.4 lbs., and features a 9.7" 2048x1536 Retina display, A5x dual-core processor with quad-core graphics, 5-megapixel iSight camera with 1080p video recording, front FaceTime camera, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, up to 10 hours of battery life, and iOS 5.

Note: No warranty information is provided. Also, this used item may have cosmetic blemishes or be missing accessories.

Walmart offers the V7 Neoprene Sleeve for iPad mini in Black/Red, Black/Orange, or Black/Gray, model no. TDM23BLK-OG-2N, for $7.88. Opt for in-store pickup via Site-to-Store to avoid the $1.97 shipping fee. That's $3 under the lowest shipped price we could find. It features bubble foam lining, top loading zipper design, and double stitching.

The Apple Store cut prices on its selection of factory-refurbished, current-generation iPad with Retina Display models, as listed below. With deals starting at $419 with free shipping, each is up to $90 off previous prices and at all-time lows for these models with an Apple warranty. Each carries a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new units. Notables, with price drops:

• Refurb Apple iPad with Retina Display 16GB WiFi for $419 ($30 drop)
• refurb Apple iPad with Retina Display 32GB WiFi for $499 ($50 drop)
• refurb Apple iPad with Retina Display 16GB WiFi + 4G for Verizon for $529 ($50 drop)
• refurb Apple iPad with Retina Display 64GB WiFi for $579 ($70 drop)
• refurb Apple iPad with Retina Display 32GB WiFi + 4G for Verizon for $609 ($70 drop)
• refurb Apple iPad with Retina Display 64GB WiFi + 4G for Verizon for $689 ($90 drop)

Altatac via eBay offers the factory-refurbished MID FunTab 7" 4GB Android Tablet in four colors for $49.99 with free shipping. That's tied with our mention from last summer as the lowest total price we've seen for this kid-friendly tablet. It features a 7" 800x400 touchscreen LCD, 256MB RAM, internal 4GB flash memory, MicroSD card slot, USB, camera, 802.11g wireless, Google Android 2.2 (Froyo), and more. A 1-year Ematic warranty applies.

The Apple Store discounts a selection of its factory-refurbished iPad Mini WiFi and WiFi + 4G models, with models starting $279. With free shipping on all orders, each is up to $110 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. These are available in white/silver or black/slate. Notables, with price drops:

• Refurb Apple iPad Mini 16GB WiFi for $279 ($50 off)
• refurb Apple iPad Mini 32GB WiFi for $359 ($70 off)
• refurb Apple iPad Mini 16GB WiFi + 4G for AT&T or Verizon for $389 ($70 off)
• refurb Apple iPad Mini 64GB WiFi for $439 ($90 off)
• refurb Apple iPad Mini 32GB WiFi + 4G for AT&T or Verizon for $469 ($90 off)
• refurb Apple iPad Mini 64GB WiFi + 4G for AT&T or Verizon for $549 ($110 off)

Staples cuts $100 off Windows 8 Tablets via coupon code "24232". Plus, all orders receive free shipping. That's the best additional discount we've ever seen on Windows 8 tablets from Staples. (We saw an extra $100 off Windows laptop, desktop, and tablet orders of $460 or more in March.) Some exclusions apply. Coupon expires May 27.

A best bet is the 1.3-lb. ASUS VivoTab 64GB 10.1" Windows 8 Tablet in Black (pictured), model no. ME400C-C1-BK, for $449.99 before the above coupon, $349.99 after. With free shipping, that's $56 under our mention from a week ago and the best price we've seen for any new 64GB Windows 8 tablet. (It's also a current price low by $70.) It features an Intel Atom Z2760 1.8GHz dual-core processor, 10.1" 1366x768 multi-touch LED-backlit IPS LCD, 2GB RAM, 64GB internal memory, 2-megapixel front camera, 8-megapixel rear camera, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 4, microSD card slot, and Windows 8 32-bit.

Staples offers the 1.4-lb. Lenovo IdeaTab Lynx K3011 Intel Atom 1.8GHz 11.6" Tablet, model no. 59343251, for $499.99. Coupon code "24232" cuts it to $399.99. With free shipping, that's a $6 drop since our mention from a week ago and the lowest total price we've seen for any 12" Lenovo IdeaTab. Features include a 1366x768 touchscreen LCD, Intel Atom Z2760 1.8GHz dual-core processor, 2GB RAM, 64GB flash memory, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, 2-megapixel front camera, microSD card slot, USB connectivity, micro HDMI port, and Windows 8.

TOMTOP COM via Amazon offers this Mini Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard in Black, model no. BTHG-019-2BK-p, for $8.99 plus 99 cents for shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $4. It features a QWERTY lay out, rechargeable Li-ion battery, and microUSB port. It's compatible with most Bluetooth enabled devices.

Meritline offers the Arkon Universal Desk & Table Mount for Apple iPad and Other Tablets in Black, model no. TAB178, for $29.95. Coupon code "MLCB23TN" cuts it to $16.95. With free shipping, that's tied with our March mention and the lowest total price we could find by $5. It features 360° rotation, a polyurethane adhesive base, and compatibility with most 7" to 12" tablets.

In-store only, OfficeDepot offers the Kindle Fire HD 16GB 7" WiFi Android Tablet bundled with a $20 Office Depot gift card for $199.99. (Click the "Weekly Deals" tab to find it; the deal appears on page 4 of the ad.) This $30 off printable coupon cuts the price to $169.99. Assuming you use the gift card, that's $19 under our mention from earlier this month and a current price low by $24. This 13.9-oz. tablet runs a modified version of Google's Android OS and features a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, 7" 1280x800 multitouch IPS display, 16GB internal storage, 802.11n wireless, front-facing HD camera, and more. Deal ends May 25.

Click Go and Buy via Rakuten Shopping offers the open-box 3rd-Generation Apple iPad 32GB WiFi Tablet in Black, model no. MC706LL/A, or White, model no. MD329LL/A, for $459.99 with free shipping. That's $9 under our March mention of a refurb and $9 under the lowest total price we could find for a refurb today. It's 9.4mm thick, weighs 1.4 lbs., and features a 9.7" 2048x1536 Retina display, A5x dual-core processor with quad-core graphics, 5-megapixel iSight camera with 1080p video recording, front FaceTime camera, voice dictation, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, up to 10 hours of battery life, and iOS 5. Deal ends May 26.

Note that no warranty information is provided.

The iTunes App Store offers most EA Mobile apps for Apple iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad, for free or 99 cents each during its Memorial Day Sale. At up to $10 off, that ties a February mention and yields the lowest prices we've seen for many of these titles. Choose from games such as Monopoly Here & Now: World Edition (pictured), Shift 2 Unleashed, FIFA 13, and Mirror's Edge.

The iTunes App Store offers downloads of Angry Birds Space for iPhone or iPod touch (pictured) for free. That's a $1 drop and the lowest price we've ever seen for this game.

Also available is Angry Birds Space HD for iPad for free. That's a $3 drop, a buck under our February mention, and the lowest price we've seen.

Groupon offers the refurbished Apple iPad with Retina Display 32GB WiFi Tablet in Black, model no. MD511LL/A, or White, model no. MD514LL/A for $519.99 with free shipping. That's $29 under our March refurb mention and the second-lowest total price we've seen for these models. (We saw a refurb for $20 less in March.) It's also $40 below the cost of a new unit with pickup elsewhere. It's 9.4mm thick, weighs 1.4 lbs. and features a 9.7" 2048x1536 Retina display, A6X dual-core processor with quad-core graphics, 5-megapixel iSight camera with 1080p video recording, 1.2-megapixel HD FaceTime camera, voice dictation, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, Lightning connector, up to 10 hours of battery life, and iOS 6. Deal ends May 27 at 12:59 am ET.

A 90-day warranty applies, although it's unclear who supports it.

Tanga offers the Targus Slim Case for Apple iPad in Charcoal/Gray or White for $4.99 plus $3.99 for shipping. Although not quite as good as our mention from a week ago (which included a stylus for the same price), since expired, it's at least $2 under the lowest total price we could find for a Targus Slim iPad case elsewhere. It features a soft-touch interior, foldable design with multiple viewing and typing angles, water-resistant padded exterior, exterior stylus holder, and more. It'll fit 3rd- and current-generation models.

newegg offers the Apple iPad Mini 32GB WiFi + 4G LTE Tablet for AT&T in White/Silver, model no. MD538LL/A, for $589. Coupon code "MEMRDAY21" cuts it to $544.99. With free shipping, that's the lowest total price we could find by $14, although we saw it for $10 less in March. This tablet features an A5 1GHz dual-core processor, 7.9" 1024x768 LED-backlit touchscreen LCD, 32GB internal storage, 4G LTE, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, 1.2-megapixel FaceTime camera, 720p video recording, 3-axis gyro, accelerometer, up to 10 hours of battery life, and iOS 6. Coupon expires May 27.

Walmart offers the iView Cyberpad 7" 4GB Android Tablet, model no. 754TPC, for $59.99. Opt for free site-to-store pickup to avoid the $4.97 shipping charge. That's tied with our mention from last week and the lowest total price we could find now by $15. This tablet features a 7" touchscreen LCD, 1.2GHz Cortex-A8 processor, 512MB RAM, miniHDMI and mini USB ports, 802.11g wireless, microSD card slot (support for up to 32GB), Android 4.0 OS (Ice Cream Sandwich), and more.