The best website to find out iPad pricing and other detailed information is none other than the official Apple website. This will be the most reliable way to look at both pricing and specifications for the iPad.
When trying to find out different Ipad info, it can be difficult to decide who to listen to. You may have friends telling you one thing about the product and reviews telling you another. In such cases, it is always a good idea to go look at the product at a store and possibly the sales staff will let you try it out.
There is no popup blocker for the iPad, but you can turn off JavaScript in the safari settings. This may break many websites you visit, though.
Websites that use browser detection and do not have a profile for IOS devices may note display content. Websites that use Adobe Flash for presenting elements, photos, games etc. within the site will not work, since the iPad does not have Flash.
The Apple website has a section for refurbished websites, so check that out. You may also want to look on Amazon.com, where many pre-owned iPads are being sold.
Some websites and stores may have contests, but make sure you trust the vendor before entering. Many iPad 2 giveaways are scams.
You should not have to give credit card info for grants. This is a scam. You may want to look directly and certain organization or governmental websites for any available grants.
Phone numbers come with the SIM card, not the iPad itself, which may or may not be included with the iPad. If you have a data plan on your iPad, it will have a phone number, but won't accept calls
If you want a demo to run the 'same' then you are limited to the iPad screen size. Laptops screens go up to 17 inches in size. A demo that looks great at large screen size may not look the 'same' on the smaller iPad, especially the iPad Mini. The iPad 2 has a 1024x768 size screen.
Take your iPad the Apple Store, They may be a Problem with the 30pin Connecter on your iPad.
Whether you're using the iPad 1 or iPad 2, you really need a solid case to keep it protected. Sure, the Apple Store may have some basic cases for your needs, but they're generally really expensive there considering you're buying from the official store. Turn to internet retailers for the best deals on iPad cases and other iPad accessories. What would normally cost $30 or so can cost as little as $3 to $5 from these reputable websites.
Apple is probably the first store to check out, because they make the iPad, and their prices and warranties may be better than other stores. However, check store circulars and websites, because often times they will run sales.