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All iPads If Mini 2 Gets Retina, Who Will Buy iPad 5?
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Grant it in some cases size would matter but the market spoke LOUD when the mini was released. I do not know how many gave up certain things the larger size would be more preferable for but if the mini 2 gets retina and they did it without it first go round, ...
I appreciate the replies. And I do not know who owns a larger ipad as well so the decision for the mini for a portability option to have juiced up their sales as well.
I see almost no way the 5 would be more preferable to me than a mini 2 with retina.
Ipad mini is a new product. Of course it is going to sell like crazy when it first comes out. Everyone has to have the newest apple product.
Ipad 4 has about 50% more screen real estate than the mini. I know quite a few grad students who bought minis and ended up selling them for larger ipads. Ipad mini is not practical for textbooks, scientific journals, etc. Students are and will continue to be a large part of the market.
But that's the beauty of the mini. I never took my iPad out of the house either, but when I got the mini I did start using it outside of the house because it isn't as bulky as the fullsized iPad. Then you have the best of both worlds because you have a portable timekiller that can still do everything your fullsized iPad can when it comes time for work.
I'm not saying it's perfect for everyone, but you would be surprised if you had one for day-to-day use. I can't think of a single thing that I did on my iPad 3 that can't be handled with ease by the Mini. Personally I can't see the point in having both a 9.7 iPad AND a Kindle reader when you could just use the Mini to accomplish everything that either of those devices do.
As an iPad 1 owner I can't WAIT for the iPad 5! Every time a new iPad comes out I debate whether to upgrade, but this time I have decided that I actually will. My iPad 1 has served me well, but I'm finding more and more apps that I can't update due to being stuck in the old OS. Hope the wait isn't too long...
Show me some statistics backing up that claim or I'll gladly dismiss it as filibustering.
Due to the cheaper price point. That's true for any product. As I said in my first post, though, the market for the full sized iPad will continue for those that want a bigger screen. Come back anytime.
You shall ask "if iPad Mini is out, who will buy any 9.7" or 10.1" tablets again?"
Some consumers loves to have choice between them and may well buy a 9.7" over a 7.9" tablet.
Some consumers loves to have choice between them and may well buy a 9.7" over a 7.9" tablet.
I'm eager to get my hands on both an iPad Mini w/retina as well as an iPad 5.
After all why not? There's just enough size difference between them that I can easily justify one of each.
After all why not? There's just enough size difference between them that I can easily justify one of each.
I need to show statistics that folks got a larger ipad because it had Retina? Come now. Post statistics showing that wasn't the case.
And yet the mini still trounced the larger ipads in sales. That stat has been posted many times, it is FACT.
And the beat down of larger ipads will just continue to happen. Let's see the percentage of how many will want a bigger screen ipad when the mini 2 with Retina is available. Everyone knows that answer already.
I thought exactly the same (currently own an iPad 3) until I had the chance to try a Mini for 3 days. Now my iPad feels like a washing machine. HUUUGE. I was so sad when they took the Mini away, lol
Yes, it's easier to read certain things, but its weight and size compromises a lot of places or positions you can use it.
In bed? I need to be almost sit (like in a chair) in order to not get tired after 10 mintues holding it. You can hold the Mini with one hand while completely lying for 1h and not even notice.
Same thing when laying in the couch. With my iPad 3 I need to reposition myself in order to use it. With the Mini though, I just grab it and use it. No matter if I'm upside down.
I don't know. Might be stupid reasons for some, but now my iPad 3 seems like this vs this in my mind. lol
Actually it is bigger than 7" android tablets which might be the majority of sales versus larger ones. And it is what lots of people bought when the Mini was released. Portability and lighter weight, retina being the tradeoff.
I don't follow your logic. When the Retina iPad came out, it carried the same sticker price as the previous year's non-retina model. Apple didn't increase the price just to get retina and a processor bump.
It will likely be $329 starting, just like the current model, even once it's upgraded to retina.
And, just in the interests of full disclosure, I'm looking to pick up a retina Mini for use primarily as a gaming device.
Dear OP, I just ask you this question:
when there's a 13" MacBook Pro Retina, why would anyone go for the 15" MacBook Pro Retina?
Answer this and you'll be answering your own question.
when there's a 13" MacBook Pro Retina, why would anyone go for the 15" MacBook Pro Retina?
Answer this and you'll be answering your own question.
FYI, there already is a 13" MBP Retina. And the 15" model is still being bought by a lot of people. Just go to the MBP subforum and see.
I'm not saying it's perfect for everyone, but you would be surprised if you had one for day-to-day use. I can't think of a single thing that I did on my iPad 3 that can't be handled with ease by the Mini. Personally I can't see the point in having both a 9.7 iPad AND a Kindle reader when you could just use the Mini to accomplish everything that either of those devices do.[/QUOTE]
The Kindle is much easier on the eyes. At my age I appreciate the larger retina screen for surfing and the Kindle for reading.
The Kindle is much easier on the eyes. At my age I appreciate the larger retina screen for surfing and the Kindle for reading.
You're the one trying to attribute sales of larger iPads to one single thing, you thus have the burden of proof.
Also there are many reasons for the mini to outsell the iPad right now, two of which are it being all new and that it is cheaper.
If the mini gets retina they will most likely raise the price. Apple already cut its margins by a lot on the mini, adding retina to it at the same price point will cut the margin even more while drawing sales from the larger iPads. They might do the same thing as they have done to the larger iPads. One cheaper on retina model and a more expensive retina model.
Added to that is we have no idea how an iPad for will look like, could it be smaller with the same size screen? And maybe lighter?
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Personally, I think the ipad mini was initially priced at $329 exactly so they could add a retina display later on and not have to raise the price. I am assuming the added price of materials will be offset by Apple being able to reuse existing machinery and manufacturing processes.
a retina Mini with 128GB I could not resist to get. I would keep my iPad3 for bed/sofa surfing and use the Mini while on the road and commuting.
I know that. I just asked that question to point out to the OP that there are two size options for the MBP Retina. just like there's going to be two size options for iPads with Retina display. and it all depends on each person's preference.