New iPad mini preorders are live — where to find the best deals, trade-in offers and freebies with Apple's latest tablet

The new eighth-generation iPad Mini is now available for preorders, offering several upgrades over its predecessor. With a sharper 8.5-inch OLED Super Retina XDR screen, an A20 Pro chip, enhanced audio, and IP67 water and dust resistance, the tablet comes at a higher price point of $699, $799, or $1,099 for 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB storage options respectively. There are also 256GB and 512GB versions available. For those looking to purchase the device, there are several options for preorders, trade-in offers, and deals.

In the US, Apple Store offers the iPad Mini at $699, or a lease for $14.99 per month for 36 months. Trade-in discounts of up to $915 are also available. Amazon has now added the Pro and Air models to its iPad lineup homepage, with deliveries expected on May 15. While there are no current discounts, Amazon has historically reduced the price of new Apple products by up to $100 before launch.

Best Buy is offering a $300 discount when trading in an existing iPad, along with a $50 Best Buy gift card. Walmart only carries the iPad Air, with no special discounts or promotions advertised. B&H Photo is another specialist retailer that has preorders live, with a $50 discount on some models.