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Deals: Apple's 64GB iPad Mini 6 Available for Record Low Price of $459 [Update: Expired]
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I agree with you on pricing.
To me it should be $359 for 64GB WiFi and $499 for 256GB WiFi
Cellular models should also only bump things about $50 at this point.
The Apple gouging on that hasn't changed in a decade.
They are still treating that as though Cellular is some incredibly niche and costly hardware.
It's insane.
I ordered this from Apple two weeks ago with shipping date of march 17. No thanks. Cancelled and ordered from Amazon with great discount and one day delivery.
Following a few deals on the cellular models of the iPad mini 6 earlier this year, Amazon now has the entry-level 64GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 6 for $459.00, down from $499.00. This sale is only available in Space Gray, and it's in stock and ready to ship from Amazon today.
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Compared to previous sales, this is an all-time low price on this model of the iPad mini 6. The Starlight color is also being discounted on Amazon, but its sale isn't as steep and is priced at $474.00.
Anyone looking for more storage can get the 256GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 6 for $599.00, down from $649.00. This is another sale that we started tracking a few weeks ago, and it's the best price we've ever seen on this model as well.
For even more iPad deals, head to our full Best Deals guide for iPad. In that guide we track the best discounts online for iPad, iPad mini, iPad Air, and iPad Pro.
Update: The deal on the 64GB iPad mini has now expired.
Article Link: Deals: Apple's 64GB iPad Mini 6 Available for Record Low Price of $459 [Update: Expired]
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Especially when you consider the substandard display they used in the mini.
Some here will argue the "sub standard" definition and I suppose that's fair. (jelly stuff aside)
For me it's more annoying that it didn't get a big upgrade
Comparing the Mini 6 to all the other iPads/iPhones at a store really highlights how decidedly "old" the Mini 6 feels on the screen technology front (relatively speaking I mean). iPadOS 15 not doing a better job of layout specifically for the Mini's isn't helping either.
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He suggested a $100 Kindle for e-reading
(a great choice)
You said:
"I could but why would I do that when I could get an iPad Mini….."
And I followed up by pointing out that one reason to go the Kindle route is the $350-ish in savings between a $459 iPad mini and the $100 Kindle
I just said a 50 dollar saving was enough to get me to buy another iPad for use exclusively as an e-reader. Do you think money is a factor in this decision or indulgence?
I could also check the books out from the public library for free yet here we are…
Where did you say that?
From your initial post in here, it wasn't clear to me you even had an iPad already
Sorry I missed it -- that's the start of my confusion -- apologies..
Let them worry about themselves; I want an expensive product I’ll use a few times then never use again.
Unfortunately prices are going to be going up soon. This 8% price drop is going to be a great deal in about 9-10 months.Only on Apple fansites an 8% price drop is newsworthy I guess
My Samsung Tab S8 11" flagship tablet that I got from Samsung.com for $199 will be here Friday (incl Pen, 120Hz display, expandable storage, keyboard case, etc.). That's a real deal. This...not so much.
Despite being heavily into Apple ecosystem, I can't justify $500 for a 64GB low-end, low-feature iPad. Tab S8 will do everything I need a tablet for.
Despite being heavily into Apple ecosystem, I can't justify $500 for a 64GB low-end, low-feature iPad. Tab S8 will do everything I need a tablet for.
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I know what Steve said about styli (Steve said lots of stuff ? - happy birthday eve, btw) but I think iPhone screens are now large enough - especially the Pro Max - where Pencil support begins to make sense. At that point, we would truly had a Field Notes-sized scenario - which I would LOVE.
For me, Pencil support on the Pro line is the feature I would like to see most. At this point, processing speed, camera, battery life - all of that is incredible. I'm less interested in little spec bumps than I am in additional capabilities. I'd love to be able to scribble out notes or sketches on my iPhone Pro. While maybe in the minority, I don't think I am alone.
I agree, it would be pretty cool to use the pencil on the iPhone Pro Max. Back when Steve made those comments, he was referring to ONLY being able to use a stylus to use the device. I think he would have a different opinion on the Apple Pencil, it's a great device.
The 64GB existing is questionable. I'd rather see 128 and 512 GB options for the existing price points.
I got the 256GB cellular mini because my carrier said I could add it with the same plan as my 12.9. Of course, as soon as I called them they told me I had to change all my devices plan or pay something like $60 a month. Oi.
I might be getting a juicy tax return soon, and if that'll be the case I'm smelling 2022 iPad Air, which would be my first iPad.
I just replaced my 10.2 8th Gen with one last week, and absolutely love it.
On the jelly scroll front, I didn’t notice anything at first and now do on occasion. But what I’m seeing is more like a…see-saw effect, kind of like I’m tilting the iPad a bit in either direction. Either way, the whole things is overblown IMO; it’s more jarring to pick it up and look at the 60hz display immediately after being on my phone with Pro Motion.
Also the education discount is better than this sale was, granted Apple’s stock is super spotty right now.
On the jelly scroll front, I didn’t notice anything at first and now do on occasion. But what I’m seeing is more like a…see-saw effect, kind of like I’m tilting the iPad a bit in either direction. Either way, the whole things is overblown IMO; it’s more jarring to pick it up and look at the 60hz display immediately after being on my phone with Pro Motion.
Also the education discount is better than this sale was, granted Apple’s stock is super spotty right now.
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Don’t wait for Apple with promotions, when carriers have promotions quite frequently. Heck, even look at Best Buy with promotions, similar to what they were offering last I saw with a ~$25 gift card in store with a purchase of a Mini that was back I believe sometime after the New Year. They are out there, just a quick Google search might even pull up some online promotions through various retailers as well.
Not promotions, I think coachgq meant ProMotion, what Apple calls their adaptive high refresh rate on displays. Give me that 120hz refresh.
Ahh yes. His spelling of ‘promotion’ wasn’t apt given how Apple markets the ProMotion display. Thanks for the clarification.
I can't see it on mine too. I did have a brief look for it at the store before I bought it. Couldn't see anything offensive so went ahead and bought it. I've had it since late September and I've had no issues.
Some want an all in one device. Something they can read on and use as a tablet. I prefer separate devices hence having a kindle and an iPad mini.