What’s the cheapest iPad available at Apple? This certified refurbished iPad mini 2 for $229

Apple has certified refurbished 32GB iPad mini 2 models available for $229 including free shipping plus a standard Apple one-year warranty.

Offered by Apple starting in October 2013, each mini includes the following:

– Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
– Bluetooth 4.0 technology
– 7.9-inch Retina display
– 5-megapixel iSight camera
– FaceTime HD camera
– 1080p HD video recording
– A7 chip with 64-bit architecture
– 10-hour battery life
– Smart covers (sold separately), instant on
– Multi-Touch screen
– .73 pound and 0.29 inch

See more details on Apple’s site here. The minis are available in Space Gray or Silver, and they are currently the cheapest iPads offered by Apple.