Why I sold my 3 to get a mini

[Ladybug]

we need to some people on hear working out. the ipad 3 is so light. 1.5 lbs


alright everyone start lifting some 1lb dumbbells . you can do it!

There are exceptions to this argument though. Some of us have arthritis in our hands, have some other disability perhaps, or a repitive type injury that makes grasping something of this weight painful after a little while. I know that likely doesn't apply to the majority, but it's nice that we now have the mini as an option.

 

[iEvolution]

Is my arms shaking NO, but will the lighter smaller version work better ABSOLUTELY....

I think the bigger point is, no one has to defend their buying decisions. People are explaining their rational and if you are happy with the current model GREAT!

Why do people take issues with what others want to do?

Hey he wanted comments or he wouldn't have made this thread so I'm stating my opinion and my opinion is all those reasons are stupid.

 

[BFizzzle]

There are exceptions to this argument though. Some of us have arthritis in our hands, have some other disability perhaps, or a repitive type injury that makes grasping something of this weight painful after a little while. I know that likely doesn't apply to the majority, but it's nice that we now have the mini as an option.

for sure!
wasnt trying to knock people that have arthritis or other disabilities.

 

[justinf77]

Good lord is there that many people out there that think the iPad 3 is really that heavy that they can't comfortably hold it?

Physical fitness must have taken a big plunge the last few years.

Admit it, you just wanted a new toy.

No. I did not just want a new toy. I use the ipad primarily to read books and occasionally look at web pages. For reading, the dimensions of the mini are just much more comfortable. The mini is much closer to what I was looking for in a tablet computer from the start.

 

[Psychj0e]

I'm normally a big fan of Apple, but I think with the mini I've had just about my fill of kool-aid.

Enjoy your new, useless toy gents!


ps - anyone else notice when they announced the product, they didn't even announce what gap this product was filling? A big part of marketing is getting the customer to identify a need they were previously unaware of… They didn't do it with this product because one doesn't exist. Apart from those who are claiming to be too weak. Ever tried holding a real book??? LMFAO!!!

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No. I did not just want a new toy. I use the ipad primarily to read books and occasionally look at web pages. For reading, the dimensions of the mini are just much more comfortable. The mini is much closer to what I was looking for in a tablet computer from the start.

Why didn't you buy a kindle then? Even a 3g one, maybe?

 

[ActionableMango]

Evidence of cannibalization. Awesome.

Cannibalization is better than Apple customers buying Nexus 7 or Kindle Fire in order to get that smaller format.

 

[dthree36]

Funny.... Look I have an iPad 2 not a 3 and still want a dang mini. Doesn't make much sense because I will be buying the same dang thing only smaller and oh it supports siri. Hardly a justification in any logical argument other than size and weight.

I don't really want a 3 because the 4 is out but I also don't want to spend the $ for a new 4 when my 2 works just fine. Doesn't this argument already sound stupid. So why am I willing to spend the money on a smaller same spec mini. Hell because I want to. and that in itself is the only reason I need to justify spending my hard earned money.

Some times Logic just complicates things when you want something. Do what makes you happy Apple shoppers.

 

[Lance-AR]

Do I think the iPad 3 is too heavy? No. I think it is too heavy to rest it's weight comfortably against the pads of my fingers due to the 1.5 pounds against the thin bezel edge. I wish it's edge was thicker like the iPad mini.

I dislike Ive.

 

[SeanZy]

What do you guys think is a good price to list an absolutely mint condition 64GB 3G ATT black iPad 2 for?

 

[MyopicPaideia]

If you think an iPad is heavy, you reeeeeally need to lift some weights. I have never had any trouble with the weight. What is it, maybe 24 ounces? Rest your elbows on the bed or something. I seriously don't think you've found a good way to hold it if you think it's heavy. I do understand complaints about typing on it, but it's not exactly made for that and you can adjust the keyboard. It's a little weird split, but it's an option.

Ha ha ha, the "You are holding it wrong" argument! Classic!

Seriously though, I am a 6' 190 lb. ice hockey player. I'm in good physical condition.

As I write this lying in bed, I have been surfing on my iPad 3 for about 2 hours, and my left hand keeps falling asleep from holding it up in front of my face via the narrow bezel and I am straining across the keyboard to do landscape two thumb typing. The mini will solve this continual problem as it is the most common position I use it in...on my back holding it up to surf or read, and type email, play games, edit and create documents, etc. my arms are not tired...my hands are fatigued and most of all uncomfortable after a time with the heft and weight distribution. Something half the weight with a more rounded bezel is going to be awesome!

That is the main reason for me doing exactly as the OP. I am pre-ordering immediately, and the mini is my ideal iPad.

 

[GeorgieAcevedo]

Ha ha ha, the "You are holding it wrong" argument! Classic!

Seriously though, I am a 6' 190 lb. ice hockey player. I'm in good physical condition.

As I write this lying in bed, I have been surfing on my iPad 3 for about 2 hours, and my left hand keeps falling asleep from holding it up in front of my face via the narrow bezel and I am straining across the keyboard to do landscape two thumb typing. The mini will solve this continual problem as it is the most common position I use it in...on my back holding it up to surf or read, and type email, play games, edit and create documents, etc. my arms are not tired...my hands are fatigued and most of all uncomfortable after a time with the heft and weight distribution. Something half the weight with a more rounded bezel is going to be awesome!

That is the main reason for me doing exactly as the OP. I am pre-ordering immediately, and the mini is my ideal iPad.

Great point. I'm 5'10 170. These comments about how we need a gym because the iPad feels heavy are stupid. Working out and being able to lift something up for a specific moment it is very different from wanting to lay comfortably or hold something comfortably.

 

[Angus9541]

I'd prob do same, love all the nuggets on here going mental about the idea.... but it has old tech blaa blaa blab blaa

 

[seajewel]

seriously all the stuff about going to the gym is ridiculous. So if Apple released a thinner lighter iPad 4 this week without any performance change, would these same people tell others to buy the heavier device? I get that there are tradeoffs in going to an iPad mini so it's not quite an exact fit of an analogy, but I guarantee these same people will be just as happy with the next iPad 5 when it comes out and it's thinner and lighter. For now, I do find the iPad 3 not "heavy" in general use, but definitely not comfortable for long periods of reading/browsing in bed. Also--not everyone is the same size or has the same upper body strength, and this doesn't mean they all need to "hit the gym" and lift some weights. If you're fine with the weight--great! If others want to get a lighter device, it shouldn't be offensive to you. I presume these people understand they are losing some performance and retina quality for the light weight.

 

[Karr271]

I am also selling my ipad 3 and getting a mini. I'm excited for it.

 

[Ladybug]

for sure!
wasnt trying to knock people that have arthritis or other disabilities.

No worries, I knew you didn't mean anything by it. I was just bringing up a point for everyone to consider. I probably shouldn't have quoted you, sorry.

 

[MyMacintosh]

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Heavy? Bulky?

 

[TheWheelMan]

There are exceptions to this argument though. Some of us have arthritis in our hands, have some other disability perhaps, or a repitive type injury that makes grasping something of this weight painful after a little while. I know that likely doesn't apply to the majority, but it's nice that we now have the mini as an option.

Valid point, however there is a difference between saying that the "iPad is heavy" and saying that it is 'too heavy for you because of arthritis". I have Osteogenesis Imperfecta, and the iPad certainly isn't "too heavy" for me, though I'm not going to be waving it around for sure.

I can see where the full-sized iPad might be inconvenient for some, but again, there is a difference between pointing out why it doesn't work for you as an individual, and stating it in a way that implies the problem is a fact.

 

[seajewel]

Valid point, however there is a difference between saying that the "iPad is heavy" and saying that it is 'too heavy for you because of arthritis". I have Osteogenesis Imperfecta, and the iPad certainly isn't "too heavy" for me, though I'm not going to be waving it around for sure.

I can see where the full-sized iPad might be inconvenient for some, but again, there is a difference between pointing out why it doesn't work for you as an individual, and stating it in a way that implies the problem is a fact.

Considering that stating something is heavy is almost always going to be an opinion/subjective and context-dependent (of course it means it's heavy for that particular person with their particular needs), I think it is a lot more problematic that other people think to dismiss this opinion and tell them to "go to the gym and lift some dumbbells" without knowing those circumstances.

 

[MyMacintosh]

There are exceptions to this argument though. Some of us have arthritis in our hands, have some other disability perhaps, or a repitive type injury that makes grasping something of this weight painful after a little while. I know that likely doesn't apply to the majority, but it's nice that we now have the mini as an option.

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[Ladybug]

Valid point, however there is a difference between saying that the "iPad is heavy" and saying that it is 'too heavy for you because of arthritis". I have Osteogenesis Imperfecta, and the iPad certainly isn't "too heavy" for me, though I'm not going to be waving it around for sure.

I can see where the full-sized iPad might be inconvenient for some, but again, there is a difference between pointing out why it doesn't work for you as an individual, and stating it in a way that implies the problem is a fact.

I did state that for the majority this was not likely a problem. However completely dismissing what I said doesn't mean it's not a real issue for some of us. I think my points are still valid. Have a good day sir.

 

[MyMacintosh]

Ha ha ha, the "You are holding it wrong" argument! Classic!

Seriously though, I am a 6' 190 lb. ice hockey player. I'm in good physical condition.

As I write this lying in bed, I have been surfing on my iPad 3 for about 2 hours, and my left hand keeps falling asleep from holding it up in front of my face via the narrow bezel and I am straining across the keyboard to do landscape two thumb typing. The mini will solve this continual problem as it is the most common position I use it in...on my back holding it up to surf or read, and type email, play games, edit and create documents, etc. my arms are not tired...my hands are fatigued and most of all uncomfortable after a time with the heft and weight distribution. Something half the weight with a more rounded bezel is going to be awesome!

That is the main reason for me doing exactly as the OP. I am pre-ordering immediately, and the mini is my ideal iPad.

Thats because Gravity is a constant thus making your blood follow in the same direction. Its like hanging upside down and all the blood rushes to your head. I get this same "arm strain" when holding my phone that way or anything. it doesn't necessarily mean the iPad you have now is heavy or bulky in anyway. Also I'm a 6'3 230lb amateur bodybuilder. I think you'll be ok

 

[arbitrageur]

What do you guys think is a good price to list an absolutely mint condition 64GB 3G ATT black iPad 2 for?

USD500 would probably be a good starting point, considering the Apple store's selling similar refurbs (practically new w/ 1yr warranty) for USD579

 

[Farplaner]

I love the Internet, where if you have an opinion that other people don't agree, you get called an idiot. How dare the OP feel the current iPad 3rd gen is not perfect?????

 

[reputationZed]

I'm a MacBook Air user, and I found I always tended to just grab that instead for most things.

I did the same while I was in pursuing my degree. Now that I've graduated I find just the opposite, I use my iPad most every day and rarely use my MBA.

 

[AFDoc]

Such interesting justifications for wasting money.

Who are you to judge if they are wasting their money or not?