[iPad Mini] Iphone 4 vs Ipad Mini

mototriu · Jan 24, 2013, 08:20 PM

I recently came across some extra money, about $350.00 worth and I've been debating whether to get a off contract Iphone 4 or an Ipad Mini. So I ask you if money wasn't an issue which one would you get? Which is the better bang for your buck?

Kolmogorov · Jan 24, 2013, 08:35 PM

Mini.
iPhone 4 is too old.

flavr · Jan 24, 2013, 08:43 PM

They both serve different purposes...if you need a phone get the iphone...otherwise get the iPad mini

racoonboy · Jan 24, 2013, 08:56 PM

Iphone 4 has an A4 chip like ipod touch 4 so new games would stutter a bit (or a lot). 350$ for a phone, you can get better spec than that if not apple brand.

Mobile phones these days, Android and IOS are not so far apart but for Tablet, IOS is way ahead with apps and stability. Choose an Ipad mini better, it lasts longer and better resale value if you happen to need quick cash.

braddick · Jan 24, 2013, 08:58 PM

I know you can easily get an iP4 unlocked for $350. I just didn't know an iPad Mini was also available at that price.
If so, I'd jump on the mini!

BHP41 · Jan 24, 2013, 09:28 PM

The 4 is still a great phone so if you need a phone and want iOS the bits the way to go. The mini is great and IMO the best all around tablet to date. Each one serves similar but different purposes and without more information I don't think anyone is going up be able to give you a clear suggestion between the two.

xraydoc · Jan 24, 2013, 09:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by braddick

I know you can easily get an iP4 unlocked for $350. I just didn't know an iPad Mini was also available at that price.
If so, I'd jump on the mini!

Retail price on the 16GB iPad mini (wifi) is $329

braddick · Jan 24, 2013, 10:35 PM

h::

Sorry, I thought they were more than that.
An iPad Mini is right around what an iTouch cost?

KieranDotW · Jan 25, 2013, 06:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by braddick

h::

Sorry, I thought they were more than that.
An iPad Mini is right around what an iTouch cost?

$30 more, but with half the storage.

Jan 24, 2013, 08:20 PM	#1
mototriu macrumors member Join Date: Jul 2012	Iphone 4 vs Ipad Mini I recently came across some extra money, about $350.00 worth and I've been debating whether to get a off contract Iphone 4 or an Ipad Mini. So I ask you if money wasn't an issue which one would you get? Which is the better bang for your buck?
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Jan 24, 2013, 08:35 PM	#2
Kolmogorov macrumors member Join Date: Apr 2011	Mini. iPhone 4 is too old.
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Jan 24, 2013, 08:43 PM	#3
flavr macrumors 6502 Join Date: Nov 2011	They both serve different purposes...if you need a phone get the iphone...otherwise get the iPad mini
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Jan 24, 2013, 08:56 PM	#4
racoonboy macrumors 6502a Join Date: Oct 2012	Iphone 4 has an A4 chip like ipod touch 4 so new games would stutter a bit (or a lot). 350$ for a phone, you can get better spec than that if not apple brand. Mobile phones these days, Android and IOS are not so far apart but for Tablet, IOS is way ahead with apps and stability. Choose an Ipad mini better, it lasts longer and better resale value if you happen to need quick cash.
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Jan 24, 2013, 08:58 PM	#5
braddick Contributor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Encinitas, CA	I know you can easily get an iP4 unlocked for $350. I just didn't know an iPad Mini was also available at that price. If so, I'd jump on the mini!
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Jan 24, 2013, 09:28 PM	#6
BHP41 macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: United States of America	The 4 is still a great phone so if you need a phone and want iOS the bits the way to go. The mini is great and IMO the best all around tablet to date. Each one serves similar but different purposes and without more information I don't think anyone is going up be able to give you a clear suggestion between the two.
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Jan 24, 2013, 10:35 PM	#8
braddick Contributor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Encinitas, CA	h:: Sorry, I thought they were more than that. An iPad Mini is right around what an iTouch cost?
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