I recently dropped my iPad Mini 2 and cracked the outer glass to the point it needs to be replaced. I have a local independent store willing to fix it for $85, but it may end up costing $120 if they damage the LCD in the process. Is it worth it to fix the iPad Mini 2 even though it doesn't receive software updates anymore or should I upgrade? I'm not looking to shell out $500 for a new iPad, but the new 7th gen iPad is on sale for $280 at BestBuy right now, so that is a viable option. Thanks in advance!
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iPad iPad Upgrade?
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If you have the money and you regularly use your iPad I'd choose upgrading since that money will last you longer. The Mini will work for now and a little while but you don't know if you'll miss features or security of the new software in the near future.
With A7 and 1GB RAM, I don't imagine performance on the mini 2 is particularly good anyway. I also recommend just going for the 7th gen.
Lowest price I've seen for it was $229 (Cyber Monday?) but this year, it's dropped down to $249 several times (although I dunno if supplies and sales may be affected by the Corona virus).
Lowest price I've seen for it was $229 (Cyber Monday?) but this year, it's dropped down to $249 several times (although I dunno if supplies and sales may be affected by the Corona virus).
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