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Buy the iPad Mini 4 now from Apple2014's iPad Mini 3 was a perfectly respectable tablet, but unfortunately it just wasn't the upgrade from the iPad Mini 2 that most people were expecting. Rather than revamping its internals, the only new feature introduce...
Image 3 of 14After the slightly disappointing iPad Mini 3, Apple is back on form with the iPad Mini 4, which is hands-down the best small tablet that you can buy. If you're looking for a bit of a bargain, the iPad Mini 2 is still available. The screen's n...
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itpro.co.uk Updated:
2016-10-21 04:11:22
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It may seem odd to start a review of the Apple iPad mini 4 by talking about its predecessors, but it's important to place Apple's latest 7.9in mini tablet in context. The iPad mini 2 was the equal of the original iPad Air in almost every way with the same...
Robust build quality, Fast and accurate Touch ID fingerprint sensor, Spoton responsiveness and performance, Great quality screen, Thinner and lighter than ever...
Outdone by the competition when it comes to battery life...
A great 8in tablet, but Apple needs to put a little more work into battery life...
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The iPad Mini 3 stuck out like a sore thumb during its year-long existence. Whereas the iPad Mini 2 was the equal of the original iPad Air in every way but size, the iPad Mini 3 lagged behind the iPad Air 2. Apart from its Touch ID fingerprint sensor, it...
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What is the iPad Mini 4? Often the unloved tablet in Apple's lineup, the latest mini-iPad is pretty much an iPad Air 2 with a 7.9-inch display. It probably is what the poorly received iPad Mini 3 should have been, thanks to the improved CPU, 2GB of RAM, l...
Great size for media and games, iPad apps are the best, Looks and feels lovely, Fast...
Expensive, iOS needs more tablet additions...
iPad Mini 4 – Camera The iPad Mini 4 has a camera on the rear, and although the 8-megapixel iSight unit with an f/2.4 aperture is perfectly adequate, I'm going to take a guess and say that the smartphone in your pocket can probably do a much better job. P...
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Which iPad should I buy? Is it worth upgrading from the iPad mini 4?The release of the iPad Pro 9.7in during the Apple Event in March 2016 was an interesting addition to the iPad line-up, due to all rumours pointing towards an iPad Air 3 release instead...
iPad mini 4 is more portable, is cheaper and has no camera bump, iPad Pro 9.7 has a better screen, overall performance, better audio, alongside Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard support...
iPad mini 4 is slower, has lowerend specs, and doesn't have Apple Pencil nor Smart Keyboard support, iPad Pro 9.7 is heavier, not as portable and is more expensive...
The iPad mini 4 is a true portable tablet, but in comparison to the iPad Pro 9.7in lacks the power and features, making it a less desirable option for those looking for a laptop replacement.
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We're still waiting patiently for Xiaomi devices to get a proper UK launch but you can still easily import devices including the firm's latest tablet . But is worth it or should you just go and buy an iPad mini ? Here's our iPad mini 4 vs Xiaomi Mi Pad 2...
If money is no object then the iPad mini 4 is the superior tablet here with all-round quality on offer. That's not to say the Xiaomi Mi Pad 2 is bad, though. We're really impressed with it and you can save a lot of cash this way. However, prepare yourself...
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The iPad mini 4 had a fleeting moment onstage at Apple's Autumn event. Whilst the iPad Pro took centre stage, Tim Cook mentioned the mini 4 in passing when speaking of Apple's 2015 iPad lineup. While Cook made it seem that the mini 4 wasn't an interestin...
In many ways, the iPad mini remains the small tablet to beat. The performance enhancements in this version keep it ahead of its competitors, and iOS 9 is now well ahead of Android as a tablet operating system for most people. The quality of third-party ap...
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Back in September, Apple quietly unveiled a new iPad mini, the iPad mini 4, and it went on sale the very same day. Despite being squeezed in between the impressive and all-new iPad Pro, a long-awaited new Apple TV and a shiny Rose Gold iPhone 6s and 6s Pl...
Gorgeous design, Touch ID fingerprint sensor, gold option, impressive performance, better cameras...
Still not quite as powerful as iPad Air, no screen improvements, no 32GB model, shorter battery life than predecessors...
The iPad mini 4 is a great little tablet that comes in at a price that reflects its quality and capabilities. It looks gorgeous, is a breeze to use and leaves little to be desired. It's a shame that Apple has kept the 16GB model, as we were really hoping...
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Apple's iPad is arguably the most well-known of all the tablets, and it was the first to hit the market. Available in a ranger of sizes from 7.9in to 12.9in, iPads run the same operating system as the company's iPhones, iOS, making them easy to navigate...
Comes in 16GB, 64GB or 128GB capacities, Touch ID means you can unlock the tablet using your fingerprint, Easy to navigate interface that makes the tablet simple and straightforward to use, The iCloud backup keeps your contacts, photos and messages safe e...
There is no microSD card slot, so the memory cannot be expanded, There is no HDMI port, so you can't easily watch images or videos from the iPad on your TV unless you invest in a TV streaming device...
We can't fault the Apple iPad Mini 4 if you're after a good all-rounder tablet that's the perfect size to slip in your handbag. It's simple and straightforward to use, so even if you've never used a tablet or smartphone before you won't struggle with this...
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Apple's bite-sized iPad Mini has never gotten the love it deserves. Ever since it launched, it's been a step behind its bigger brother in terms of processing power and screen resolution. This year's iPad Mini 4 is no different, but that doesn't mean it's...
Small and compact, Strong and attractive all-metal design, iOS 9's multi-tasking is useful, Faster A8 processor...
It's pricier than Android alternatives, iPad Air 2 and iPad Pro offer more...
The iPad Mini 4 is still among the best 8-inch tablets you can buy, although the Galaxy Tab S2 and Dell's Venue 8 7000 give it a run for its money – especially now that they've been discounted to $350 each (for 32GB model). If you really want a small iP...
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What do you do when you've made a massive tablet that's got tongues wagging? You slip out a well-made teeny one and don't really tell anyone about it, apparently.That's what Apple's done with the iPad mini 4. The iPad Pro is getting the bulk of the intere...
Great screen, Compact dimensions, Thinner chassis...
Old chipset, Camera unimpressive...
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It's hard to work out what Apple's up to with its iPad range. You'd have said that the mini selection of tablets was being retired after the mini 3 got the minimum upgrade possible… but then the iPad mini 4 was quietly rolled out.And it's actually rather...
Brilliant screen, Sleek design, Great app library...
Older processor, No 3D touch...
If this was the iPad mini launched alongside the Air 2, it would have been an easy five stars. However, even with a year in between, it still performs very well for a smaller slate...
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techradar.com/au/ Updated:
2016-10-21 04:11:23
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It's hard to work out what Apple's up to with its iPad range. You'd have said that the mini selection of tablets was being retired after the mini 3 got the minimum upgrade possible… but then the iPad mini 4 was quietly rolled out.And it's actually rathe...
Brilliant screen, Sleek design, Great app library...
Older processor, No 3D touch...
If this was the iPad mini launched alongside the Air 2, it would have been an easy five stars. However, even with a year in between, it still performs very well for a smaller slate...
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Last year was far from a classic year for the iPad mini . We still gave its third generation five stars for performance, but it was ultimately little more than an iPad mini 2 with a fingerprint scanner. This year, Apple's smallest tablet has come out swin...
Sharp, vibrant screen, Excellent colour balance, Fast, slick performance, Detailed, refined sound, Gorgeous design, Strong app selection...
Storage is non-expandable...
There's no doubt that the iPad mini continues to dominate the smaller tablet market, and its fourth generation comes with more tricks up its sleeve than ever.Of course there are Android alternatives that offer strong competition, but when it comes to answ...
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Which is better: the iPad mini 3 or the iPad mini 4? I've got the mini 3, and I'm wondering if it's worth updating to the new iPad mini 4.The iPad mini is one of Apple's understated heroes, and Apple's new iPad mini 4 has improved specifications. But how...
iPad mini 4 has better internal specs, iPad mini 3 is cheaper for same external design...
iPad mini 3 has slower performance and will age faster...
On the whole, we think the faster components of the iPad mini 4 are well worth the additional spend. It'll get software upgrades from Apple for a longer time thanks to the slightly faster chipset and additional RAM. Spend the additional cash and get the n...
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Contradictory claims have been made about the iPad Mini 4. This tablet is thinner and lighter than the model that precedes it, and yet it is faster and more powerful. Tweaks to the display make it better at viewing content, and although the battery has go...
Excellent build quality, Fast computing hardware, Anti-reflective screen, Improved cameras, Touch ID biometric finger scanner...
Expensive, Battery drains quick under heavy use...
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The iPad Mini 4 replaces the iPad mini 3 and with it closes the book on one of Apple's laziest upgrades in recent years. Overshadowed by huge advancements with the iPad Air 2, last year's iPad mini 3 struggled to find its place in the range, coming acros...
Smaller and slimmer design, decent performance, Touch ID fingerprint scanner, anti-reflective screen...
Screen is a bit small for Split View in iOS 9, not as powerful as the iPad Air 2, iPad mini 2 far cheaper...
The iPad mini 4 is faster, slimmer and more accomplished than its iPad mini 3 predecessor. This time around the mini succeeds in finding is place, despite not being as altogether powerful as the iPad Air 2. For most that doesn't mean the mini is a...
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Is Apple interested in making small tablets anymore? Last year's iPad mini 3 would suggest not.Priced at a cool £319 and featuring only one new trick, Touch ID, it caught fistfuls of flak from anyone with an opinion on these things. And several people who...
Subtle display tweaks make it easier on the eyes, Super portable form factor, Longevity in battery life...
FaceTime camera is still a measly 1.2MP, No 3D Touch...
We think it's just the right size for a portable entertainment hub So do Apple's petite tablets make sense any more? I've been running with the iPhone 6s Plus in tandem with the mini 4, just to see how often I'd reach for the mini's extra 2.5 inches of s...
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APPLE HAS LAUNCHED the iPad Mini 4 , the latest version of its mid-range, small form factor tablet...
Multi-tasking, slim and light, high-quality display, smooth performance...
Relatively pricey...
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I'm thinking of getting an iPad mini, but Apple has two for sale: the iPad mini 2 and iPad mini 4, what is the difference and which one should I get? Also, what happened to the iPad mini 3?The iPad mini is a great tablet to buy. It offers all the power an...
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Basically the size of an eBook reader, the mini 4 brings a vast array of functionality, power, connectivity and entertainment to a device that can easily slip into your coat pocket.Consider that iOS 9, which the iPad mini 4 ships with, effectively revamps...
As Apple idles the iPad Air line for 2015 in favour of the up and coming iPad Pro, the iPad mini 4 becomes the most desirable mini tablet for the rest of us.With a slimmed down profile, a stunning new laminated display and more powerful processor, RAM, gr...
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v3.co.uk Updated:
2016-10-21 04:11:23
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Apple has launched the iPad Mini 4 , the latest version of its mid-range, small form factor tablet. The new version offers a processor upgrade, a slimline and lightweight design, and proper multi-tasking abilities. We've been trying out the iPad Mini 4 t...
Multi-tasking, slim and light, high-quality display, smooth performance...
Relatively pricey...
The iPad Mini 4 might be a relatively costly tablet compared with other 7in and 8in models, but we think the high price is justified thanks to proper multi-tasking, impressive display, smooth performance and great build quality...
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You might not know it given the fewer than 20 seconds of attention Apple gave the device during the company's recent keynote , but the iPad mini 4 exists, and it's on Apple Store shelves right now.While the device features improvements one might expect fr...
Beautifully designed with impressive build quality, Significantly more powerful than the iPad mini 1/2, High-quality display, Battery life is impressive, Perfect size for gaming and portability, iOS still has the best games/apps...
Not that significant of an upgrade over the iPad mini 3, iPad Air 2 costs only about $100 more, 16GB base storage is still too low, Camera performance isn't on par with the iPhone...
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The Mini 4 (left) is much slimmer and slightly taller than the Mini 2 and 3. Photo: Tim BiggsPhysically the device is very similar to what we've seen in the past, although it is 30-40 grams lighter, a smidge taller and a millimetre-and-a-half thinner than...
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phonesreview.co.uk Updated:
2016-10-21 04:11:23
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Unusually for Apple the iPad mini 4 released as soon as it was announced in September. The tablet was hotly anticipated and many are likely to be adding it to their holiday wish lists. If you're unsure whether to add it to your own wish list or purchase i...
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The iPad mini is a bit like the child which gets all the hand-me-downs from an older sibling, but that's not to say you shouldn't buy one. The iPad mini 4 just inherited a load of great features from the iPad Air 2, and here we explain the differences bet...
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Perhaps a sign that the mighty iPad's popularity is waning, Apple announced the iPad mini 4 (and iPad Pro ) alongside the iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus rather than hosting a separate event this year. But if you're in the market for a new tablet, the new mo...
There are cheaper tablets - cheaper iPads even - but if you can afford to buy the iPad mini 4 you won't be disappointed. It finally has a great screen and while it can't match the more powerful iPad Air 2, it's got more than enough poke to satisfy demandi...
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The new laminated display, which was introduced with iPad Air 2, now makes images pop even more on iPad mini 4 and viewing the display outdoors is way less painful than with previous versions.The iPad mini 4 has been slimmed down and powered up. Apple's s...
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thunderbaylive.com Updated:
2016-10-21 04:11:23
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Lisa Gade reviews the iPad mini 4, Apple's latest 8” tablet launched in Sept. 2015. The mini 4 has a 7.9” IPS “Retina” display with 2048 x 1536 resolution. It moves up to the Apple A8 dual core CPU clocked at 1.5 GHz with 2 gigs of RAM. As per usual you h...
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Apple has just unveiled its new iPad mini 4 , which unlike its predecessor has some pretty significant spec bumps to make it thinner, lighter and speedier. Last year, we compared the iPad mini 3 with the Tesco Hudl 2 and decided that the iPad mini 3 wasn'...
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Back in September 2015, Apple quietly unveiled a new iPad mini, the iPad mini 4, and it went on sale the very same day. Despite being squeezed in between the impressive 12.9in iPad Pro, a new Apple TV and the shiny Rose Gold iPhone 6s and 6s Plus, the iPa...
Gorgeous design, Touch ID fingerprint sensor, gold option, impressive performance, better cameras...
Not quite as powerful as iPad Pro 9.7, no screen improvements, no 64GB model, shorter battery life than predecessors...
The iPad mini 4 is a great little tablet that comes in at a price that reflects its quality and capabilities. It looks gorgeous, is a breeze to use and leaves little to be desired. It's a shame that Apple has kept the 16GB model, as we were really hoping...
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Last year's iPad Mini 3 wasn't much of an upgrade. In fact, the only thing that changed from the Mini 2 was the inclusion of Touch ID. And at this year's iPhone 6s launch event, the iPad Mini 4 was given about 20 seconds of on-screen time. Does Apple no l...
So why isn't Apple making a big deal out of the Mini 4? Honestly, we have no idea, because this is the best iPad Mini Apple has ever made. The only thing we can think of is Apple doesn't want to take focus away from the iPad Pro.The iPad Mini 4 may look t...
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Last year's iPad mini 3 wasn't much of an upgrade. In fact, the only thing that changed from the mini 2 was the inclusion of Touch ID. And at this year's iPhone 6s launch event , the iPad mini 4 was given about 20 seconds of on-screen time. Does Apple no...
Stunning, colorful display, Faster performance, Longer battery life, Much better camera, Lighter and slimmer...
Old cases don't fit, Chamfered edge design looking a bit dated now...
So why isn't Apple making a big deal out of the mini 4? Honestly, we have no idea because this is the best iPad Mini Apple has ever made. The only thing we can think of is Apple doesn't want to take focus away from the iPad Pro.The iPad mini 4 may look th...
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Is Apple interested in making small tablets anymore? Last year's iPad mini 3 would suggest not.Priced at a cool RM1,310 and featuring only one new trick, Touch ID, it caught fistfuls of flak from anyone with an opinion on these things. And several people...
Subtle display tweaks make it easier on the eyes, Super portable form factor, Longevity in battery life...
FaceTime camera is still a measly 1.2MP, No 3D Touch...
So do Apple's petite tablets make sense any more? I've been running with the iPhone 6s Plus in tandem with the mini 4, just to see how often I'd reach for the mini's extra 2.5 inches of screen. In the face of phablet-sized competition, you might think tha...
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wovow.org Updated:
2016-12-22 19:52:54
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IPad Pro is not the only tablet that has now seen the light in the event of Cupertino: the iPad mini 4, the true successor of the first iPad mini Retina has just been introduced to bring improvements finally we would have liked to see and not found in the...
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When the iPad mini 4 was launched at Apple 's Autumn event in 2015, it seemed like an afterthought compared with the iPad Pro, which took centre stage. While Cook made it seem that the mini 4 wasn't a compelling iPad proposition, it's exactly what every...
In many ways, the iPad mini remains the small tablet to beat. The performance enhancements in this version keep it ahead of its competitors, and iOS 9 is now well ahead of Android as a tablet operating system for most people. The quality of third-party ap...
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The launch of the iPad mini 4 was low-key by Apple's standards. The iPad Pro was hugging all the limelight, which was a shame as there's something really impressive with this smaller model...
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devontechsupport.com Updated:
2017-05-14 09:15:11
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It's hard to work out what Apple's up to with its iPad range. You'd have said the mini selection of tablets was being retired after the mini 3 got the minimum upgrade possible… but then the iPad mini 4 was quietly rolled out.And it's actually rather good...
The display on the iPad mini 4 is really lovely. It's got less glare, a lovely resolution and pin-sharp clarity; in short, it's a joy to look at everything on this tablet, The power and performance are really strong too; while it's not quite at the iPad A...
This will come as no surprise, but it would have been mega if Apple has decided to throw 3D Touch onto this device. The mini 4 has the ability to run it (in terms of screen clarity), and while I understand that the brand wants to hold some toys back to ma...
The iPad mini 4 is going to be an underground hit for Apple. While the mini 3 was woefully disappointing (coming with literally just Touch ID and a new color as upgrades over the mini 2), there's a real step forward here.The mini 4 should have been launch...
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There's a new iPad Pro but should you spend an extra £180 on it instead of the iPad mini 4? We explain how these two tablets differ in price, design, hardware, specs and features in our iPad mini 4 vs iPad Pro 9.7 comparison review. See also: Best tablets...
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In April 2017 Apple launched a new iPad, as had been widely predicted. But in other ways it defied expectations. This wasn't the blockbuster iPad Pro 2 launch we were hoping for which may have to wait until WWDC 2017 instead, it was a quiet update to, an...
Which budget-friendly iPad is best for you? If budget really is the be-all and end-all, the iPad 2017 is your best bet, because it starts at £339 instead of £419; bear in mind, however, that you're saving £80 because it comes with less storage. Still, you...
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Tablets seem to be a little out of fashion these days. It's phones this and phones that and, sometimes, that horrible portmanteau “phablet”. But when the iPad was introduced back in 2009, it really was a game changer. In part because Apple did such a grea...
Delight to use, stacks of storage, very well developed, works beautifully in Apple ecosystem, slim...
Large iOS updates, app store functions split between iPhone and iPad, some Apple things like CarPlay don't work...
Do note, if you want to get into iPadding at the lowest possible price and you don't envisage needing lots of space of media, you might want to consider going to the full sized current model iPad with its 9.7 inch screen. The 32GB model is $469, or a full...
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Farewell, iPad mini 3, we hardly knew ye. Casually announced at the end of Apple's iPad Pro presentation, the iPad mini 4 replaces last year's mini 3 as the company's high-end small-screen tablet. The iPad mini 4 is a lot like its predecessor in many ways...
Excellent build quality, Upgraded hardware from last iteration, Good camera, Reduced screen glare, Unbeatable app experience...
Expensive, Occasional minor performance issues in testing...
The Apple iPad mini 4 is a top-notch small-screen tablet with unparalleled build quality and app support, but it's still hard to justify the jump in price over the iPad mini 2...
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In March 2018 Apple launched a new iPad. Like 2017's iPad before it, the 2018 iPad has a 9.7in screen, starts at 32GB storage with an 128GB upgrade option, has an 8Mp camera with 1080p HD videos and a front-facing camera that is still 1.2Mp with 720p HD...
Which of these ‘budget' iPad options is best for you? If budget really is the be-all and end-all, the iPad 2017 is your best bet, because it starts at £319 instead of £399. However, as we said above - that £80 saving can partly be attributed to the fact t...
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Prefer your iPads on the smaller side? You will be happy to learn that Apple has updated the iPad mini, almost four years after the previous model launched in September 2015.If you were hoping for a redesign you'll be disappointed, the new 2019 iPad mini...
There was a time when we feared that Apple wouldn't update the iPad mini and that, the horror, the iPad mini would be discontinued. There were suggestions that because the screen size of iPhones was getting bigger there was less demand for the smaller siz...
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Apple launched a pair of new iPad Pro models to great fanfare seriously - the New York crowd were totally unruly on 30 Oct. But almost as significant was what they did not talk about: the iPad mini line.Which leaves the iPad range in a strange state. It's...
The mini 4 is too old; the Pro is too expensive. Unless you urgently need the smallest possible tablet (get the mini) or a super-powered tablet that can support the second-gen Apple Pencil (get a 2018 Pro), you should compromise on a middle path and get t...
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