Mini because I also carry my rMBP, a binder, and books. The mini fits well in the organizer section of my backpack.
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All iPads If your carrying a backpack, which iPad do you decide to get
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depends what the iPad will be used for. if you are using your iPad as both a computer w/ BT keyboard for class notes and as a regular tablet you'll want the iPad Air. of course back when i was in college there were no tablets and the best laptop you could get was a giant 8lbs slab that got maybe 3 hrs max of battery life. when i went back for my masters i saw many students using their iPad 3's with the Logitech BT keyboard taking notes in Evernote or Notability i think it was called. i asked one of them how they get the notes from the iPad to their computer and they said all of their notes automatically sync with Evernote on their laptop so they have everything and since campuses are all wireless now it's done completely on the fly. i was impressed, i must say.
if you are already carrying around a laptop and you just want to have a tablet with you too, or you just want a tablet to read on...go with the iPad Mini Retina
In my opinion, the only benefit to the mini is portability. I carry my retina Mini in a coat pocket in the fall/winter, which is why I bought it over the Air.
If I carried a bag, I would have picked up the Air instead without hesitation. It's a significantly better experience in most apps.
If I carried a bag, I would have picked up the Air instead without hesitation. It's a significantly better experience in most apps.
I have a iPad Air for home use wish is all so my main computer that I use ever day but when I go out I use the iPad mini 1. Wish is vary light. For my backpack and smaller Can't wait too upgrade too iPad mini 3. And. iPad Air 2 in nov saving up $ for them this do t no wish to get 1st. I think I may get the iPad Air 2 1st has it is my most main use then I will upgrade the iPad mini 1 to the iPad mini 3 2nd
I am a rMini user. I prefer it because it weighs nothing and I can hold it one handed all day long.. The Air is heavier. After a while of one handed holding, the Air becomes uncomfortable to me.
Now, you want to hear everyone say the Air would be the better choice because you have a backpack, and because it's the tablet you want. So for you, the iPad Air is the best choice.
I take notes on my rMini. There is nothing that I can't do well on the rMini. I have the Air also but just because I can. I enjoy movies on the mini much as I enjoy them on the Air. But if you are going to view massive spreadsheets maybe the Air would be better... Actually AirPlay would be your vest option with either device. I've started rambling but maybe I helped? It's simply a matter of which one you want.
yeah the 1st gen Minis are being sold for $199 new these days. Target and Best Buy had them on sale recently. i grabbed one for my Dad
Nope, boys only check Yahoo's Sportacular nowadays.
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My back disagrees with your statement> The less weight on my back the better, so iPad mini retina.
This. I agreed with you! But I get used to it anyway.
I bought mine last year for $299
But, you've enjoyed using it for a year. There is your personal silver lining
Im an everyday backpack student guy and I sit here with both ipad 4 and mini retina.
Both wrapped in otterbox because ipad in the bottom of an everyday backpack in rain or snow, public transportation and bicycle i do not want anymore bumps on back of my mini (had smartcase before)
The mini was supposed to go in backpack and ipad 4 stay at home but mini stay in a drawer and the ipad 4 in the bag. Even the ipad4 is larger and heavier i go for the big screen.
If i could turn back time i would have got the air instead of mini retina. Not much bigger or heavy.
Dont make my mistake ...go for the air.
And also.. When iphone 6 5,5 comes out I see my mini retina even more "useless"
Both wrapped in otterbox because ipad in the bottom of an everyday backpack in rain or snow, public transportation and bicycle i do not want anymore bumps on back of my mini (had smartcase before)
The mini was supposed to go in backpack and ipad 4 stay at home but mini stay in a drawer and the ipad 4 in the bag. Even the ipad4 is larger and heavier i go for the big screen.
If i could turn back time i would have got the air instead of mini retina. Not much bigger or heavy.
Dont make my mistake ...go for the air.
And also.. When iphone 6 5,5 comes out I see my mini retina even more "useless"
I went from an iPad 2 to a retina Mini, and I must say that I use my iPad a lot more than I did before. It's just a lot easier to handle and I don't even know I have it with me when I go somewhere. The loss in screen size doesn't bother me at all, in fact I prefer the smaller one (for school and home use).
But, you've enjoyed using it for a year. There is your personal silver lining
Yea, you're right.