I purchased an iPad Air 4 quite a while back and always took great care of it—no drops, no water damage, and it was kept in a SmartFolio cover. I mainly use it for watching YouTube and web surfing. However, the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth suddenly stopped working. After attempting a network reset and a full reset, I took it to the Apple Store. I was shocked to learn that the only solution is a complete unit replacement for $419 plus tax, which is beyond my budget. I'm looking for suggestions on how I might handle this situation—whether there are more affordable repair options or any workarounds to get it functioning again without breaking the bank. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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If you're looking for a budget-friendly workaround, you might consider using a USB-C to ethernet adapter. You can connect it directly to your router with an ethernet cable. It won't be as seamless as using Wi-Fi, but it's definitely cheaper than shelling out for a new iPad.
Is there any way to get a dongle to have Wi-Fi? I only need it in one spot, but there's no ethernet available.