If you are interested to get an iPad Contract, get at least a 3G iPad and sign up with the a service provider. Mostly, these iPads are sold at stores under particular service providers like Sprint or AT&T. If you buy any of these iPads under a service provider, you will have to sign up for a contract.
Not unless you want mobile internet. If not go with Wi-Fi
There is only if you purchase the WiFi & 3G version, then for the 3G there is a contract needed with AT&T, but this can be turned on and off, it is not a 2-year contract. But for the regular WiFi iPad there is no contract required.
WiFi doesnt need a contract. Only 3G does.
Question: Does the iPad run on WiFi or do you need a contract? Answer: It is your choice, you can choose a Apple iPad WiFi + 3G or a normal Appe iPad WiFi. If you get the one without the 3G you can run it on WiFi only and not pay a monthly contract fee, the only thing you will pay for is the internet service.
With the announcement that the iPad would continue Apple's Granted, the iPad doesn't support voice calling nor does it require a contract, very lacking and basic at this point, apple is capable of doing much better
It depends on what you are planning to do with the ipad.
The iPad has the ability to store thousands of apps which can be used from anything to playing games to trading stocks. You can read books on the iPad. The iPad is basically a handheld computer.
it depends on which type of contract you are on
the wifi version does not have a contract anywhere the 3g version does
When using the 3G version, you'll need to get the iPad on contract with one of the several wireless service providers, such as Verizon Wireless. You'll have to pay a monthly fee in order to use their 3G network while using your iPad 2 on the go. This is a great feature if you happen to travel around a lot. If this isn't the case for you, however, then you can simply get the non-3G version.
You should go to an Apple store and ask them how bad it is broken and if they suggest buying a new one. If they say it can be fixed ask how much it will cost. If it cost more than getting a new Ipad then just go ahead and buy a new Ipad.
$15 per month 250mb and $30 per month unlimited.