Buying a iPad 3 today is virtually impossible, as Apple officially discontinued this model in late 2012, just seven months after its release. While you might find a "new-in-box" collector's item on auction sites, the iPad 3rd Generation is now considered obsolete and is not recommended for daily use. Why You Should Reconsider
: The last security update for this device was released in July 2019 . It lacks protection against modern web threats.
If you are looking for a budget-friendly iPad, consider these newer options that still receive updates: