I'm planning on finally purchasing the iPad (4th Gen) but I don't know wether to get the 32 or 64GB. I'm going to school for computer science and plan to eventually create my own apps, if that helps with your suggestions. For those of you that own a 32, do you wish you had more space? If you have a 64, do you think it's too much? Thanks in advance!
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My first iPad. Should I get a 32 or 64GB?
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32 is not to small or too big.
Unless you want like 12 movies, hundreds of apps, thousands of music and photos and like 60 books.
32GB will be more than you need.
Unless you want like 12 movies, hundreds of apps, thousands of music and photos and like 60 books.
32GB will be more than you need.
I agree that it all depends on how you plan to use it.
I travel across country quite a bit, and like to watch movies on the plane, so I opted for the 64GB, and couldn't be happier. Also, I use an Apple component video output cable to hook my iPad up to the TVs in my hotel rooms to watch movies there, too.
With many of today's new blockbuster movie DVD releases being packaged with digital copies, the 64GB version made the most sense to me.
Just my $0.02.
I travel across country quite a bit, and like to watch movies on the plane, so I opted for the 64GB, and couldn't be happier. Also, I use an Apple component video output cable to hook my iPad up to the TVs in my hotel rooms to watch movies there, too.
With many of today's new blockbuster movie DVD releases being packaged with digital copies, the 64GB version made the most sense to me.
Just my $0.02.
my iPad 2 was a 16GB. i was running out of space frequently.
when i got the iPad 3, i got the 32GB model. i would still run out of space somewhat frequently.
i said enough is enough, for the iPad 4 (30 day return policy) i got 64GB. i should be good to go now
when i got the iPad 3, i got the 32GB model. i would still run out of space somewhat frequently.
i said enough is enough, for the iPad 4 (30 day return policy) i got 64GB. i should be good to go now
Are you planning to have lots of movies, podcast, and music on it?
Do you plan on taking lots of videos and pictures with your iPad?
Check your iTunes folder size.
I actually use more storage space on my iPhone because I don't use my iPad for taking photos, recording videos, and listening to my purchased music.
One thing to note: you'll, if you sell it again, get more for a 64 GB model than a 16 GB model, but you won't get $200 more.
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I don't think you need 64 GB, though - but it's better to have space left over, than that you're out of space.
Personally, I'd take a smart cover because it also covers the back of the device. If you don't care about possible scratches on the back, than a smart cover will be sufficient to protect the display.
Definitely 64. Retina apps are huge as are 1080p videos. I only have about thirty apps and a season of The Sopranos in 1080p and I only have about 3GB left. I definitely couldn't get by with a 32 GB.
Technically 64 is more cost effective than the 32, too.
Technically 64 is more cost effective than the 32, too.
My personal choice is Smart Cover. The case has sharp edges and dug into my palms.
neither, go with this: http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-Cinema-Folio-Generation-Verizon/dp/B007FPISNE/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1351451174&sr=8-2&keywords=belkin+dot
i tried both the smart cover and smart case, the problem is they can't stand up on an uneven surface (like a bed). it falls over and needs to be propped up by a pillow.
this belkin case, while not entirely aesthetically pleasing, is much more functional and less expensive.
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"32 is not to small or too big."
Quoted for truth, honestly.
I use the cloud to store most of my stuff, and have my photos send over the air to my laptop and then I don't have to worry about them clogging up the space they do.
However, I will also evenly distribute video/music/book/everything else content among my iPad and iPhone when the Mini gets here.
So it's kind of a preference on what you need, but 32 is probably the best option, I think.
Quoted for truth, honestly.
I use the cloud to store most of my stuff, and have my photos send over the air to my laptop and then I don't have to worry about them clogging up the space they do.
However, I will also evenly distribute video/music/book/everything else content among my iPad and iPhone when the Mini gets here.
So it's kind of a preference on what you need, but 32 is probably the best option, I think.
I'd like to make 1080p videos by my iPad Mini.
How many hours of it can I have on the 16 GB version ?
Or minutes per Gigabite... ?
Wchich should I buy in such a case ? 16 or 64 GB version ?
I've heard also that I can't upload my films on SD card !?
Is it true ? Why ?!
How many hours of it can I have on the 16 GB version ?
Or minutes per Gigabite... ?
Wchich should I buy in such a case ? 16 or 64 GB version ?
I've heard also that I can't upload my films on SD card !?
Is it true ? Why ?!