Honestly I don't know why but I love my iPad 2 . Sure it may not have the retina display but it works as marvelous as any iPad in the new future. I say if it isn't broken don't fix it, If they ever come out with a better charging method that's the day I will buy another one. The plug on the bottom is really annoying. But if you can get a good deal on any iPad ...... Go for it.