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iPad mini Show us your new iPad mini 6!
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I have that leather case for my 5 mini and I love it!
Oddly the pink looks more rose gold than the previous rose gold iPads, which actually looked pink. I went with the “pink” iPad mini this time around. I think it goes well with the “cherry” case.
That's similar to the aspect ratio of the 11" and how it would have made a noticeable difference over the 10.5".
Also, assuming your signature is still accurate, you have a 12.9" iPad Pro, a 10.5" Pro, an iPad Air, and now a mini? Do you find use cases for all four? I have a 12.9" iPad Pro and am considering a mini, but I feel bad because I can't really justify it given the Pro has the same functionality.
Same consideration here. I have the 2021 12.9 (after having the 2018 model) and have ordered a Mini, arriving this week. The 12.9 is great but there are times when I wished I had a smaller device with me so I'm picking up a Mini with 5G. I have an 8" WiFi Galaxy Tab S2 but the performance is so bad compared to the iPad that I can't stand using it any longer. Functionality may be the same - or close - between the 12.9 and the Mini and I like that - it's the smaller form factor that I want as an option to use.
I have both 12.9 Pro and Mini 6.
The Pro is for long form writing, ProCreate, grading student papers im Canvas, and multitasking (eg writing in Scrivener while also referr to a book or PDF). In short, it is the work iPad.
The Mini is for reading, watching videos, FaceTime calls, music, and gaming. Its the leisure device.
When travelling, I’ll take the Mini and leave the Pro behind. The Mini can do the things the Pro does; it just doesn’t do them as well.
The Pro is for long form writing, ProCreate, grading student papers im Canvas, and multitasking (eg writing in Scrivener while also referr to a book or PDF). In short, it is the work iPad.
The Mini is for reading, watching videos, FaceTime calls, music, and gaming. Its the leisure device.
When travelling, I’ll take the Mini and leave the Pro behind. The Mini can do the things the Pro does; it just doesn’t do them as well.
The aspect ratios are different enough to be noticeable.
10.5: 1.33:1
11: 1.43:1 (similar to A4 paper)
8.3: 1.52:1 (similar to the old 3.5" iPhones)
The iPads in the sig are the ones that actually see regular use. I kept some old ones that I don't use much (for old iOS or apps or beta testing).
Pro 12.9: Used every workday in the office docked on desk as a 3rd display for PDF markup, emails, chat/messages, phone calls, etc. Doesn't really see a lot of use at home unless I'm watching videos or reading comics.
Air: Everyday carry (purse). Used a lot for web browsing and ebook reading primarily at home but also hospital waiting rooms, around the office for quick reference and note taking, etc.
Pro 10.5: Used when the Air is charging. Battery's pretty worn out so this one is used least and mostly serves as backup to the Air. The 10-11" iPads are my goldilocks size.
I plan to use the mini as everyday carry instead of the Air. I don't expect it to see as much use as the others (kinda why I wanted a cheaper 128GB config). However, it has the benefit of being more easily pocketable (jacket) so I can always carry it around the office. Right now, the Air just stays in the purse at my desk unless I already know beforehand it'll be needed so either I'm stuck with just the iPhone or I'd need to walk all the way across the building to get the Air.
And hey:
iPhone SE 256GB $349+$79 AC+ + iPad mini 6 256GB $799+$69 AC+ = $1295
iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB $1199+$199 AC+ = $1398
The small iPhone + iPad mini combo is still cheaper than the Pro Max while giving me a notably bigger display option—one that doesn't induce migraine attacks.
Took my new Mini to an open house today and the realtor noticed it. “Wow, is that the new mini ipad?”
Used my iPad Mini at church this weekend. It was perfect and didn’t scream, “LOOK EVERYONE I’M USING AN IPAD”
I have the same case as you, but with a beat up old, but functional Logitech Crayon on the top instead of the Pencil.
What does a new email experience look like in landscape mode?
Anyone want to show up a new email sheet with the keyboard showing in landscape?
Anyone want to show up a new email sheet with the keyboard showing in landscape?
Was the screen size good for the football game?
Did all my football watching on Saturday ?Was the screen size good for the football game?
Still waiting on screen protectors, an old cut down iPad 3 one does not look good.
Wow! I wonder if you could have them deliver it to you, instead of waiting a week. I've had some some Apple goods delivered to my home, via some sort of Uber like driver, for $9.00.
Nov 3 - 10 for me.
Would not might one bit if they ship it earlier though.
My pants pockets await.
Found this for the pencil issue described above:
Figure I could even drill into it and add an airtag.
Would not might one bit if they ship it earlier though.
My pants pockets await.
Found this for the pencil issue described above:
Figure I could even drill into it and add an airtag.
Articka Pencil Case for Apple Pencil 2nd Generation – Premium Quality Silicone Pen Skin – Silicone Inserts for Enhanced Protection – Sleek, Magnetic Closure – Black
Articka Pencil Case for Apple Pencil 2nd Generation – Premium Quality Silicone Pen Skin – Silicone Inserts for Enhanced Protection – Sleek, Magnetic Closure – Black
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Here it is on Amazon.com in case you wanted one: https://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Generat...ywords=Moko+ipad+mini+6&qid=1633798464&sr=8-6
I have the purple one. I thought about that one but it was more expensive and not available when I ordered. That’s ine of the cases I‘m looking at for using when I check my trail cameras. Don’t want to use the Apple folio in that environment.
FaceID works fine in the dark. For me, I've found the problem is more the angle of my face is off when I'm lying down so the sensors can't properly scan. With that said, yes, TouchID is more convenient for those times.
