Sure, I understand why they don't automatically give newer models away. I think it's bad service (and very unlike the Apple of old), though, when they don't ha

Sure, I understand why they don't automatically give newer models away. I think it's bad service (and very unlike the Apple of old), though, when they don't have a replacement available to withhold the newer (and equivalently priced) iPad and make you wait or run around town. I also think the newer iPads are more vulnerable than the first generation iPads. I still have that one and it seems pretty sturdy. The iPad 3 cracked after a 3 ft fall.