Best bang-for-buck iPad deal?

[jdc]

Honestly, for longevity, an Air.

After spending 30 minutes with a 4th gen and an Air at a friends hours, they AIr is really all that.

Ive seen them for $440?

I suppose a retina mini would be the next logical step.

My wife never takes her table anywhere except for around the house, so her needs might be different than yours.