Apple Introduces Redesigned Sixth-Generation iPad Mini With Touch ID, USB-C Port, 5G, and More

I highly recommend anyone who is going to be buying a Mini 6, to get the 256GB. The Mini is so convenient that you'll end up using it more than you anticipated. When I purchased my Mini 4 to supplement my 12.9 iPad Pro, I bought the 32 GB model because I didn't expect to use it much... I was wrong.

When I bought the Mini 5, I went with 256 GB. It was definitely worth the extra cost. 64GB is not going to be enough for anyone who will use this thing for anything more than watching Netflix.

Add a Pencil 2 and smartfolio to the cost of a 256GB Mini 6.... ouch.
 
Jdavis21 said:
Ah ok. I personally think the cellular models are a ripoff. An extra $150? I just use the hotspot from my iPhone if I need to use data on the go and I have unlimited. Saves me $150!
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It's a ripoff, but not bad this year as the carriers are offering $200 back if you activate it, according to the fine print you only have to keep it activated for 45 days, so that's only 2 months of service which means it is still "free". Plus I like the cellular because it has GPS capability, where the non cellular one doesn't.
 
sracer said:
I highly recommend anyone who is going to be buying a Mini 6, to get the 256GB. The Mini is so convenient that you'll end up using it more than you anticipated. When I purchased my Mini 4 to supplement my 12.9 iPad Pro, I bought the 32 GB model because I didn't expect to use it much... I was wrong.

When I bought the Mini 5, I went with 256 GB. It was definitely worth the extra cost. 64GB is not going to be enough for anyone who will use this thing for anything more than watching Netflix.

Add a Pencil 2 and smartfolio to the cost of a 256GB Mini 6.... ouch.
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Yeah I'm walking a bit funny, 256gb cellular version plus pencil, ouch. At least I know it will be 3-4 years until Apple upgrades it. At the end of the week there goes another $$ with the 13 pro max, and then the apple watch after that.
 
[AUT] Thomas said:
Well... the availability seems to be non-existing for the cellular one... ships in one month... even the 256GB WiFi version isn't available in most countries.

So, no pre-order for me...
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I got a space grey 256 cellular, gets here first week of Oct. The same in Starlite color was still by Sep 24 not too long ago.
 
aperantos said:
At pilots to strap to their legs and for doctors to keep in their pockets, apparently. Both of which would be difficult with an iPad traditional.

And at me. It has a better resolution than a phone, is not too big or too heavy to comfortable handhold for any length of time, and it easily fits in most bags.

For me a traditional iPad or bigger only manages the first of those while an iPhone only manages the rest. I find an iPhone is uncomfortable for prolonged reading because of the smaller screen area and the constant scrolling. And a traditional iPad is just too uncomfortable to hold for any length of time, with little benefit from the greater screen size.

Like AppliedMicro, I too use mine on public transport. So size and comfort in the hand and being used in a relatively small space matter a lot.

So who is a 9.7" device aimed at?

The traditional form factor seems more aimed at being used at home or in an office, where it is placed on a desk or in a lap when you sit on a couch. When it was released it was an alternative to netbooks (ask you grandparents) after all. But I have my MacBook to use in those situations.
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Yep, I do my custom patient notes through RDP and find the mini fits into my scrubs pocket quite nicely. Before that I was using a surface pro, but that wasn't pocketable at all. We used to have workstations in each room, but now there is just one big workstation at the main desk on each floor and everyone's device in their pocket.
 
I’m a tad disappointed that I couldn’t order an iPad mini 6 with 512 Gb storage, but my mini 5 has plenty of storage and it is only 256 Gb. Otherwise, this is nearly the perfect upgrade from my mini 5. I say nearly because I would have liked a green one to match my 24 inch iMac and because because I won’t be able to get my grubby little mitts on one (in purple) until Sept 24. 😂 Anticipation…
 
I still don’t understand why there’s 4 iPads available for purchase. Mini and pro make sense, but the iPad Air and iPad don’t. They should get rid of one of them. iPad mini, iPad Air and iPad Pro.
 
spinedoc77 said:
It's a ripoff, but not bad this year as the carriers are offering $200 back if you activate it, according to the fine print you only have to keep it activated for 45 days, so that's only 2 months of service which means it is still "free". Plus I like the cellular because it has GPS capability, where the non cellular one doesn't.
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Seems like a gimmick, but I imagine it's pretty easy to do with an eSim... I use google Fi but would gladly try Tmobile for a couple of months for the discount.
 
alexhardaker said:
I still don’t understand why there’s 4 iPads available for purchase. Mini and pro make sense, but the iPad Air and iPad don’t. They should get rid of one of them. iPad mini, iPad Air and iPad Pro.
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It makes perfect sense. The iPad is the value model. I know that some people dislike the fact that Apple offers an inexpensive model, but there's a significant segment that buys them. The Air is a step up from that and offers a different price tier.

More models is mutually beneficial... for Apple and their customers.

Why do you think having 4 models is a problem?
 
I waited before ordering, and it slipped into October. I'll bet Apple will do everything possible to ship these by the end of their fiscal year (September).
 
spinedoc77 said:
It's a ripoff, but not bad this year as the carriers are offering $200 back if you activate it, according to the fine print you only have to keep it activated for 45 days, so that's only 2 months of service which means it is still "free". Plus I like the cellular because it has GPS capability, where the non cellular one doesn't.
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Unless you have AT&T.
 
How much power does it actually need to charge? I plug my current iPad mini 5 into a USB-cigarette lighter adapter in the airplane panel. I think it puts out 2.5A, but not sure. It charges the mini 5 ok but it seems the mini 6 needs more power.
 
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dampfnudel said:
Probably the same.
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Yep, 326 ppi vs 264 ppi for other iPads. 🖐

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Apple website says the Mini is available beginning the 24th, but when I put one in my cart it shows delivery of this Thursday, 16th, and pickup date on 24th.

Correction - delivery on the 24th, I was mis-reading the web page.
 
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I am tempted. The only thing stopping me is that I would use it for a lot of media consumption on the go, and the screen ratio seems to be something like 4.4:3 which would leave very noticeable borders above and below the content. Hard to say if this will be distracting without testing it first 🤔
 
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