ipad mini
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1. this is an amazing piece of technology!! i have one and i can take it anywhere because it is nice and small.
2. I love this iPad, the new invention of apple is fabulous! I have only had the iPad mini for about a month, already the charger is completely broken, although the iPad works perfectly. 3. Great product, I was waiting for a smaller more portable ipad. A little advice however, you can save yourself over £40 by buying it from Apple or PC World. 4. The build of the iPad mini screams "quality", even more so than the iPad (3) which we also have. It's very easy to hold and the design is immaculate with the screen filling more of the tablet (almost) edge to edge. I think that the viewing experience when using streaming apps (Netflix, sky go etc) does suffer with having to play on the smaller screen (compared to the iPad) but with the pixel ratio compressed in size, the detail is arguably marginally better again. The device is ideally sized for my wife and step daughter as they have smaller hands but to me it does seem like it has a more slippery feel so a good case to protect it is an absolute must. You know what you're getting with apple products and iOS specifically and it was that which was the main hook for the ladies in my house. I actually think its overpriced compared to other mini tablets on the market but that won't matter to those who already have iPhones etc and want to complete the apple experience. In fact, its only really the price that prevents this from being a 5 star review. *Edit 08/11/12* Now that I've used this for a more substantial period of time, I wanted to update the review to make it more useful and give a better idea of the iPad mini's strengths and weaknesses. Strengths: - The aluminium chassis gives the iPad mini a premium feel straight from the box. - Light weight, comfortable and easy to hold. This makes it accessible, and useable, for every member of the family. - Handles multitasking and all apps without lag or problems (apps used include Netflix, Sky Go, Facebook, Twitter, Sky news/sports news, BBC iplayer) - As well as the 16gb (or 32/64) there is 5gb of cloud storage. - Easy to use, familiar and probably every app you can think of is available. Weaknesses: - As I've stated in the main review, it feels slightly slippery in the hand. This is one downside of the aluminium case. - The other downside of the aluminium case is that it back cover does mark and scratch easily. I cannot emphasise enough the importance of also getting a quality case. - The battery does not last as long as the iPad 3. This is down to the capacity but due to the smaller screen and reduced processing power, we had expected it to be broadly similar to the larger version. It doesn't quite get to this standard and I would estimate that it lasts approximately a quarter of the time less. While writing the strengths and weaknesses I kept thinking about the price. For me I can't get away from that thought BUT if you can justify the price to yourself (based on the iOS interface and available apps) then I can fully understand the choice of the iPad mini over the nexus 7 or kindle fire HD (both of which are significantly cheaper). But the most important conideration is how it will link with the other technology in your life. I currently have an Andriod phone and it is frustrating not being able to link it with either the iPad or iPad mini. My main recommendation is that you chose a tablet with the same operating system as your phone to maximise the potential of the devices. |
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eBay
price - you can get the product from eBay between - $250 and $499. http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trksid=p2050601.m570.l1311.R1.TR9.TRC1.A0.Xipad+mini&_nkw=ipad+mini&_sacat=0&_from=R40
Warning: these products people sell on eBay can be second - hand or cracked screen but, it could still work well. Amazon
price - amazon is quite more expensive compare to eBay but, mostly its new, better condition and you might get some freebees in the package with which Ipad mini you buy. http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=sr_pg_1?rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Aipad+mini&keywords=ipad+mini&ie=UTF8&qid=1376462687
amazon is more like a shop but you order it online - shopping. A shop
price - 16GB - $360, 32GB - $470, and 64GB -$580 .
a example shop: http://www.jbhifionline.com.au/support.aspx?post=1&results=10&source=all&bnSearch=Go!&q=ipad+mini&submit=Go you can get the Ipad mini from Jbhifi, target, Dicksmith, Big W etc... |