iPad Mini

Harpham · Nov 15, 2012

Let the questions begin... Is there a way, like on MacBook, where you can swipe on safari to go back to the previous page?
If so, that'd be awesome.

Reev · Nov 15, 2012

Not on Safari, no. I use Atomic Web Browser, you can customise gestures on that.

andyclio200 · Nov 15, 2012

God damn the apple store in pc world.... They had 2 - 64gb wifi in stock so had to buy them. Not happy at all lol

DanFreemanPhoto · Nov 15, 2012

You bought two?!

andyclio200 · Nov 15, 2012

Yeah one for me and one for a Xmas present, never knew it had the "new" connector on bottom of it nor did I look, so not a happy bunny right now as am on iPhone4s and its different to all my leads, plus thought it would slip into the neat iPad stand I have and that's a old style connector too... Looks like a trip back to apple store tomorrow for a iphone5

I hate apple they just make ya buy more stuff when they do this, am such a apple fool!!

VeinAST · Nov 16, 2012

andyclio200 said:
Yeah one for me and one for a Xmas present, never knew it had the "new" connector on bottom of it nor did I look, so not a happy bunny right now as am on iPhone4s and its different to all my leads, plus thought it would slip into the neat iPad stand I have and that's a old style connector too... Looks like a trip back to apple store tomorrow for a iphone5 I hate apple they just make ya buy more stuff when they do this, am such a apple fool!!

You bought something without doing the proper research? I have no sympathy.

DanFreemanPhoto · Nov 16, 2012

andyclio200 said:
Yeah one for me and one for a Xmas present, never knew it had the "new" connector on bottom of it nor did I look, so not a happy bunny right now as am on iPhone4s and its different to all my leads, plus thought it would slip into the neat iPad stand I have and that's a old style connector too... Looks like a trip back to apple store tomorrow for a iphone5 I hate apple they just make ya buy more stuff when they do this, am such a apple fool!!

Idiot.

Fletcher · Nov 16, 2012

andyclio200 said:
Yeah one for me and one for a Xmas present, never knew it had the "new" connector on bottom of it nor did I look, so not a happy bunny right now as am on iPhone4s and its different to all my leads, plus thought it would slip into the neat iPad stand I have and that's a old style connector too... Looks like a trip back to apple store tomorrow for a iphone5 I hate apple they just make ya buy more stuff when they do this, am such a apple fool!!

Lol TBH.

Chapppers11 · Nov 16, 2012

So... Cases?!

Mr Pants · Nov 16, 2012

I haven't even got a smart cover yet. Nightmare.

Chapppers11 · Nov 16, 2012

Same, might go for this case.

http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/encase-ultrasuede-starlight-pouch-for-ipad-mini-black-p37013.htm

Chapppers11 · Nov 16, 2012

.. If it was in stock...

Mr Pants · Nov 16, 2012

This one looks lovely - http://www.mujjo.com/the-sleeves-collection/ipad-mini-sleeve-brown-wool-felt

On the expensive side though.

Harpham · Nov 16, 2012

The one chappers posted is nice. I need something ASAP tbh as I want to start taking it to work, but I don't want to scratch it lol.

Anything on eBay? Tbh, quality/looks doesn't matter too much for me, as its only going to be in my bag.

Mr Pants · Nov 16, 2012

Another one that looks nice - http://www.etsy.com/listing/112971020/ipad-mini-apple-tablet-sleeve-case-cover

Think it'll work out about £25 after conversion and postage.

Chapppers11 · Nov 16, 2012

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/iPad-mini...es_Covers_Keyboard_Folios&hash=item416d6b5d15

or with a pocket on the back.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/iPad-mini...es_Covers_Keyboard_Folios&hash=item416de63fee

Not bad for £6/£7.

Harpham · Nov 16, 2012

That'll probably do me tbh.

DB. · Nov 16, 2012

andyclio200 said:
Yeah one for me and one for a Xmas present, never knew it had the "new" connector on bottom of it nor did I look, so not a happy bunny right now as am on iPhone4s and its different to all my leads, plus thought it would slip into the neat iPad stand I have and that's a old style connector too... Looks like a trip back to apple store tomorrow for a iphone5 I hate apple they just make ya buy more stuff when they do this, am such a apple fool!!

So you're buying an iPhone 5 because the charger/connection is the same as your iPad, I don't think you're an apple fool...

Chapppers11 · Nov 16, 2012

Harpham said:
That'll probably do me tbh.

Just ordered one with a pocket, then I'll probably ask the misses for something nicer for xmas.

Adamm. · Nov 17, 2012

Is there a keypad case for this?

My laptop is bust and was thinking about buying one of these now as I have already thought of getting one anyway.

Would it be too small to use as a laptop? And is it good enough to use instead of a laptop? I only use it for browsing the web anyway really.

Ipad 2 is another option too, don't think Ill bother with the retina one though.

N0ddie · Nov 17, 2012

Adamm. said:
Is there a keypad case for this?

My laptop is bust and was thinking about buying one of these now as I have already thought of getting one anyway.

Would it be too small to use as a laptop? And is it good enough to use instead of a laptop? I only use it for browsing the web anyway really.

Ipad 2 is another option too, don't think Ill bother with the retina one though.

Theres a lot of reviews of swapping laptops for an iPad for a day of work to see if an iPad can sub in for a proper computer.

Obviously you have to buy apps to help but pairing the iPad with an Apple Bluetooth keyboard will mean it can be used as a "desktop" almost.

unofficialPete · Nov 17, 2012

I've just moved a few of my work spreadsheets to SkyDrive and downloaded and synced the onenote app with my work PC, pretty damn good so far!

Coby. · Nov 17, 2012

Quick question - Does the iPad Mini have iTunes U on it?

Going to presume it does but may as well ask.

jamie.91 · Nov 18, 2012

Got my ipad mini yesterday, my biggest problem is im still rockin an iphone 4s so now im going to have to get a 5 so i can use one cable for both lol

can anyone suggest some good apps ?

Harpham · Nov 18, 2012

Coby. Yes it does.

I still need to get apps together tbh. I've only downloaded the necessary ones up to yet.

jamie.91 · Nov 18, 2012

One thing I will say is I got the mini mostly for bumming eBay, but the eBay app is pants and the PayPal app is the iPhone one so scaled 2x and terrible, if I knew beforehand I properly wouldn't have bought it, all I can do now is wait for updates :/

N0ddie · Nov 18, 2012

jamie.91 said:
Got my ipad mini yesterday, my biggest problem is im still rockin an iphone 4s so now im going to have to get a 5 so i can use one cable for both lol

can anyone suggest some good apps ?

1. Kindle
2. Pages
3. iPhoto
4. Netflix
5. Roadtrip 2
6. Smart glass (If you have an Xbox)
7. Flipboard

Those are our most used apps on our mini.

Mr Pants · Nov 19, 2012

Having had the mini for a few days now and used it plenty over the weekend, I can update my views on it a bit further.

Overall I'm absolutely loving it. It's so nimble and well designed. When I pick up the MBP it just feels horrendously heavy now. The battery life is awesome. I'd used it for over 6 hours yesterday and still had over 50% remaining. I'm mostly just using Safari and the Twitter app (and a couple other light things) but that's still great. If I had the mini fully charged on Monday morning I think it would last all the way through to Friday with normal use. I have found myself thinking I need to get more apps, and I don't know why. It's probably just a novelty thing. Everything loads nice and smoothly too as you'd expect.

As for the main debating point of the screen... Well, being completely honest, it's a pretty average display. The colours are nice and vivid and certain things look fine, but there are plenty of times when I do look at the text and think it looks ropey. Is this a deal breaker? Definitely not. I still love the device, and for my situation it's definitely the right device for me. (I'll be commuting on a packed train from January so the mini easily wins the verdict for size and portability).

I suspect Apple will sell s**t loads of these over Christmas and I can see why. For anybody who needs something more portable or wants to get their first iPad it's an awesome device.

Harpham · Nov 19, 2012

The only issue that I've come across is that now I'm getting used to the size of the iPad, when I pick up my iPhone, it feels like a tiny brick LOL.

Mr Pants · Nov 19, 2012

Harpham said:
The only issue that I've come across is that now I'm getting used to the size of the iPad, when I pick up my iPhone, it feels like a tiny brick LOL.

Haha yeah. And I'm looking at the screen thinking damn apps why are you all huddled so close to each other.

Chapppers11 · Nov 19, 2012

Interesting review, would say I'm in exactly the same opinion, absolutely love it and really only see the screen as a compromise for the price.

edit - agreed, the iPhone feels s**t now!

Tunst · Nov 19, 2012

Looking to get the Mrs an iPad for xmas...

Now do I get this or get an iPad3?

Opinions?

Tom · Nov 19, 2012

this.

Tunst · Nov 19, 2012

Main reason being?

Munson · Nov 19, 2012

The 3 is discontinued for a start?

Tunst · Nov 19, 2012

Fair enough..

I dont pay much attention to apple so no idea about it...

Tom · Nov 19, 2012

Tunst said:
Main reason being?

Female, mini, assumption.

MatthewR · Nov 19, 2012

Mr Pants said:
Having had the mini for a few days now and used it plenty over the weekend, I can update my views on it a bit further.

Overall I'm absolutely loving it. It's so nimble and well designed. When I pick up the MBP it just feels horrendously heavy now. The battery life is awesome. I'd used it for over 6 hours yesterday and still had over 50% remaining. I'm mostly just using Safari and the Twitter app (and a couple other light things) but that's still great. If I had the mini fully charged on Monday morning I think it would last all the way through to Friday with normal use. I have found myself thinking I need to get more apps, and I don't know why. It's probably just a novelty thing. Everything loads nice and smoothly too as you'd expect.

As for the main debating point of the screen... Well, being completely honest, it's a pretty average display. The colours are nice and vivid and certain things look fine, but there are plenty of times when I do look at the text and think it looks ropey. Is this a deal breaker? Definitely not. I still love the device, and for my situation it's definitely the right device for me. (I'll be commuting on a packed train from January so the mini easily wins the verdict for size and portability).

I suspect Apple will sell s**t loads of these over Christmas and I can see why. For anybody who needs something more portable or wants to get their first iPad it's an awesome device.

Good review that, it seems that the screen is the only thing that people are complaining about.

Its funny really as people were justifying it saying oh the screen wont be too bad, you cant tell the difference etc. and now it seems that it is a concern of most people who have got the mini.

Saying all that ill be getting an iPad come february (birthday) however ill probably wait until march and see if they release a retina mini and if so thats what ill get.

Mr Pants · Nov 19, 2012

My initial view (a couple pages back) was that the screen was fine. Having used it solidly over the weekend I'm happy to put my hands up and admit that it's not that great. Some things look good but other things do lack sharpness. I wouldn't class it as a concern though. As Chappers said, it's more of a compromise. It doesn't prevent me from using the device and enjoying it. I bloody love it. I just know from having an iPhone with retina that it can look a lot better.

Munson · Nov 19, 2012

I had a mess around with one in a store earlier this afternoon. It's nice, really nice. So much lighter and easier to handle. The screen is nicer than that of iPad 2, but very obviously not even close to the Retina display. Next to the iPad 3 (still on display), it noticeably fuzzy. Personally I couldn't live with it when I know it could (and soon will be) quite a lot better.

I do like the device, but it's not for me, not just yet. FF Retina all the way. Man-spec

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