Going All-In on iPad mini

[@GoADHDGo]

The iPad Mini 6 and an iPhone 13 Mini is sheer bliss.

[@beardfm]

Minis all the way down!

[@kanefrieden8419]

That's my combo too, along with MacBook Air M1 :D

[@GoADHDGo]

@@kanefrieden8419 Got a M1 MacBook Air, also. 16gb with 1TB hard drive. I LOVE that thing.

[@reedbernstein9354]

Mine too..l never been happier.

[@Ibelieveinmagic]

This is my combo too

[@marctestarossa]

i went with the ipad air, because it‘s my first ipad ever. but it‘s a rental and i can totally see myself going mini in the future. the medium size was the safe bet. but if i bring a case and keyboard it‘s roughly the same weight as my macbook air m1. had the ipad for a month now and with the pencil it‘s a dream, i use it for sheet music for jazz sessions as well as lyrics for cover gigs. it‘s such an amazing device that you don‘t know you needed until you own one ❤

[@gwaddles]

My iPad mini goes at least a full day on one charge. I got tired of lugging the 12.9 inch iPad Pro and a MacBook Pro everywhere. So I got the mini. No regrets

[@myHomeKithome]

I really like the form factor of the iPad mini as a blind content creator, I definitely prioritize computing power, memory, and mobility over screen real estate. I don't need a screen to be able to edit video in Podcasts, but what I do need is a portable and capable device. I would love to see an M3 iPad mini.

[@beardfm]

Wow, had not heard that perspective before. Would be great if it got M3 next year.

[@myHomeKithome]

@@beardfm it's similar to my beef with the cameras on the Pro Max models of the iPhone. I don't want nor need a larger screen, but I'm forced to carry around a brick to have a better camera.

[@thegritz79]

I currently have a M1 MacBook Air, 12.9 M1 iPad Pro and an iPad Mini 6. I use them all everyday for various tasks. I would love to see the Smart Connector come to the iPad Mini. That, along with an M2 chip and a better display, would make the iPad Mini a serious productivity monster! One of my favorite daily devices was the OG iPad Mini and the Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Folio. Long live the iPad Mini!

[@beardfm]

Amazing, there's so many happy users of the mini, here's hoping Apple takes notice 👀

[@rags015]

The M2 is overkill for an iPad mini 😮! A15 bionic is plenty powerful!! A17 would be the best upgrade. Now that is serious power!

[@mikeward1701]

Dual iPad user here! 12.9 Pro 5th gen and mini 6. I find I use them both pretty much equally and I tend to have specific use cases for each, with little overlap. I use the iPad Pro 12.9” primarily for work; As a secondary device / display when working or gaming at my desk (Universal Control is great), and my device to get work done (paired with a Magic Keyboard) when away from my desk. I almost never need macOS when away and if I do it’s a TeamViewer connection away. The iPad mini 6 is primarily a consumption device; Podcasts, KZbin etc. Things I’d do on my iPhone 15 Pro but the small screen makes uncomfortable for longer durations. That’s not to say I don’t use the mini for work. It’s my tertiary display / device at my desk (mostly used as a talking calculator, document scanner, and glanceable calendar / notification screen), it becomes my secondary device / display away from home (performing the same functions plus as a reference screen, since split screen multitasking takes up valuable display real estate on the 12.9”), and I also use it when travelling as the 12.9” is a bit too unwieldy to hold and use in the back seat of a car, especially for longer journeys (I don’t drive, I get driven).

[@beardfm]

I do love that dual iPad lifestyle, is M3 iPads launch early next year I'll be jumping on another 12.9" for sure

[@mikeward1701]

@@beardfm What apps do you use for sheet music by the way?

[@Choombatta]

Just got the mini 6 few weeks before and it’s just STUNNING !

[@beardfm]

It’s a great device!

[@qwe1231]

Very good, comprehensive review which accurately reflects my own mini use over the last 15 months. I use mine primarily for reading/websurfing/email, movies in bed and for displaying sheet music. The only easily handholdable iPad, and the best option for fast double-thumb typing (when vertical it's easy to hold the sides while typing).

[@beardfm]

Thank you 🙏 and I definitely should've mentioned the typing! Hardware keyboard is almost necessary for the other iPad sizes

[@xrplayground]

I'm living the same dual iPad life and will dive into the Mini-Only as soon as Hover is available on iPad Mini. I need it in my design workflow

[@artbrutnewyork]

Agree with your wish list. Would add landscape camera orientation. Hope Apple doesn’t update with mere processor/spec bump …

[@beardfm]

Definitely, we need landscape cameras on ALL iPads.

[@Draco-999]

Truly, all it needs is pro motion, high brightness mini led display (OLED never happening) and face I'd and it'll be perfect as a daily driver. I'd buy it over any other iPad hands down.

[@beardfm]

Promotion would be enough for me!

[@jobutl]

Also love my mini and it is my only iPad. Also, you might invest in a protective cover for your iPads to avoid the drop issues.

[@friscodog]

Most, if not all, don't work well with the Magic Keyboard, and you can see that Steven uses a Magic Keyboard pretty heavily.

[@KevinTHoule]

Excellent video. I agree with all your pros and cons. ProMotion and Face ID would be ideal.

[@beardfm]

Thank you! Here’s hoping next year 🤞🏻

[@kjvasquez]

Man, an iPad Mini with Pro-motion and proper external display support would be a killer device

[@beardfm]

Yes!!

[@MrBrandonLau]

And better battery life!!!! It sucks

[@SoundGuyKelz]

I'm a huge ipad mini fan. I love my devices really portable but in beast mode (well spec'd to handle demands), so I don't get these ridiculous statements that minis are not the way to go- for the tablets or phones. Been using my ipad mini5 for entertainment, browsing, reading and productivity tasks and never had to complain. I paired it with a bluetooth keyboard for improved productivity. I have no need to upgrade at the moment but it'll be nice to have an M-chip ipad mini to see what opportunities are available to take advantage of.

[@mikewolf5367]

After my Windows laptop died in early 2017 I switched to using my iPad mini 4 as my primary computer up until late 2020 when I got an 11” iPad Pro and the Magic Keyboard folio and oh my goodness was it a night and day difference. I can’t imagine ever going back to such a small screen.

[@beardfm]

For computer needs the iPad Pro with keyboard is excellent. The smaller size is really better for book reading, and the weight is nice for long podcast editing sessions.

[@lavelezjr]

Got mine 2 years ago, and am glad I bought it. Use it for many things, like books, MTG life counter, music, and many more ways. There would have to be some improvements on the new one for me to buy it. May keep the old 6 generations for a couple more years.

[@beardfm]

Nice, it’s a such a versatile device!

[@bm63]

Love my iPad mini. I was so glad when they released it coming from the original iPad Pro. I find standard iPads are just too heavy for me. Not sure I’d get the new Mini because this does me fine.

[@beardfm]

You can't beat how light it is for sure!

[@newecreator]

That starlight finish is just ✨✨✨✨✨.

[@beardfm]

Still looks good!

[@bb_4488]

As soon as i saw the sheet music in the beginning of the video i was like “I bet Stephen sings” … that silky southern drawl gave it away

[@beardfm]

Aw thanks, I used to do lots of singing in college and high school!

[@rdog77]

Split Keyboard is a must on any. I want a new Mini but if they do away with the split keyboard I'm out.

[@beardfm]

I’m sure that will stay around. It’s part of iPadOS and the split keyboard is necessary on larger models too

[@realkevintaylor]

I recently sold my iPad Pro 2018 and my iPad Air third generation and kept my iPad mini six it’s right next to me on the table by my couch. I love it. I agree with your shortcomings though the battery life isn’t great and touch ID is hit and miss not sure if I’m going to upgrade to the iPad mini seven when it comes out.

[@beardfm]

Thanks, and would love to somehow see improved battery in a mini 7!

[@dfp8813]

I have it and I love it, I sometimes go on motorbike trips and due to its size I can always take it with me without much care.

[@ERIKCLARKK]

iPad mini with M series SoC will be killer !

[@beardfm]

100%

[@estellestromstedt1207]

I just bought the new air on marketplace just bc it was such a good deal and my first gen air died… However I can’t help but love the mini, it’s the perfect form factor, the only issues with it is iPad OS😅 hopefully we’ll get a new iPhone mini next year as well!

[@LouieBeton]

Might not 100% work, but I had an issue with my iPad Air 4 a couple months back where the power button also recessed and couldn't be pressed. I searched on the net, and what worked for me was -- taking a wet cloth and rubbing it vigorously along the power button. I was skeptical, but it worked! Might be worth the try. 😊

[@beardfm]

Oh really?? 🤔

[@tatsuyahirano5601]

Thunderbolt support and proper file manager like macOS. With these features, I can leave my laptop at home which is used only for copying footage from my mirrorless camera to an external drive. Actually, this makes a huge difference in travelling.

[@traceysmith311]

I don't have any issues with the battery on my mini. Mine can sometimes sit for a week without me using it (powered on in standby) and it always has enough battery life to do basic tasks. My iPad Air on the other hand is a battery nightmare...lol. I mainly use my mini for digital planning, reading books in Kindle app or Apple books, photo editing and surfing the web or social media. I would love an upgrade thought to make it a bit faster, but so far haven't heard that the mini in inline for an upgrade next year...but if it is I'm all in!

[@beardfm]

Interesting about the Air 🤔 and here’s hoping for that upgrade 🤞🏻

[@einerus]

Do you have AirPods?

[@Obsessedwithscrapbooking]

I had the iPad gen 9 with first gen pencil and I ditched it for the mini 6 with second gen pencil. I did it because mini is lighter, smaller, easier to carry and hold. Battery could be better. But I love it overall! I will get the new one when it comes out because it’s already 2 years old. I read on it all the time, game on it, watch videos. If it broke today, I would immediately high tail it over to Best Buy and get a new one. I love it! ❤

[@beardfm]

That's awesome, and the Pencil experience is 100% better than iPad Gen 9 or 10. Hoping for an updated version next year!

[@mikeyr5275]

@@beardfm interesting, how is it better? Due to the ease of holding it one-handed? Oh, or because it supports charging?

[@nomecognome2]

To fix the button on your iPad Pro you just need to scratch the aluminum around the button with a razor blade to get it unstuck. Did it in the past and worked great

[@beardfm]

Really?? I'll try it...

[@Elpupi90]

Appreciate the video! 🔥

[@beardfm]

Thanks for watching!

[@TerraMagnus]

I love my iPad Mini. Pro Motion and Face ID are the only two things I want badly out of the next one. MagSafe and Standy would be sweet.

[@beardfm]

Promotion and Face ID would make a huge difference!

[@AdamsTechLife]

Great video! I've been considering going from the iPad Pro 11 inch to the mini for better portability. Your quick recap review was helpful, thanks!

[@beardfm]

Thanks! Just be prepared for non-ProMotion 😅

[@iamphilwhitford]

Just done this and the lack of Pro Motion isn’t as big a deal as what it’s made out, you get used to not having it. All the other benefits of the Mini outweighs the lack of Pro Motion. Of course I would love it, but doubt Apple will even introduce it in the next version. It’s just Apple being an Apple.

[@medic458]

I think a folding iPhone to an iPad mini like tablet would be the perfect device! The Galaxy fold is almost to gen 6! Apple needs to get with the times!!

[@beardfm]

Very curious if Apple were to ever make a folding device.

[@hanswolff1066]

Apple books miss a feature to filter on Language; Only problem if you don't read English probably. But to find a book in your language is hard.

[@leemoknows]

I use my iPad mini for workouts at the gym because of it cellular connection. It’s nice and small, but not too small to see without my glasses I have noticed the battery life is a bit short as well.

[@beardfm]

I think I’d like cellular in my next model now that you mention it…

[@CJPorras]

Honestly my biggest issue is the battery life on my iPad mini. I got mine a year after launch, it’s not you just your older device, these things have never held a charge like my iPhone or the bigger iPads. What I think would solve this would be a HomePod/magsafe/iPad base with Standby mode for iPad. The mini is a great home display size, and it would allow it to be always charged. It should a universal base for all iPad sizes. A better display and a faster A series wouldn’t be worth the upgrade from the current model, even if the battery was better.

[@beardfm]

Agreed! I would love a dock and stand by mode for iPad. And I also remember it never seemed to hold a charge for days without use even new.

[@h_x_h]

The battery life is truly my only complaint with it. I use it for reading and journaling often and it does way faster than I would expect. The standby life seems much worse than my phone. I would have paid an extra $100 for better battery life.

[@UJB123]

Love my mini. It goes everywhere with me. It'll get Promotion when they make a Pro Mini .... maybe next year? 👍

[@beardfm]

Fingers crossed!

[@ChadLawson3]

I’ve been dreaming of an iPad Mini that can handle Stage Manager and external display for the ultra-portability for daily use but can connect to a desk setting for times I need more screen space.

[@beardfm]

It seems a lot of people want the same thing 🤔

[@thedudeabides1]

I would love the iPad mini with an M2, or even M1. This would make it a Dream device for me, because of the mix between portability (it fits in some pockets), and more demanding desktop workflows enabled with stage manager. I would Update if Apple included this.

[@beardfm]

I think it would help battery life too! Here’s hoping 🤞🏻

[@TerraMagnus]

I’d pay more for an iPad mini pro.

[@ryouskye]

I'm looking to maybe get an ipad mini for drawing on the go and reading, while I use my Samsung Tab S9 Ultra for big stuff at home. Still on the fence though since apple products typically don't really work for me but there's just nothing like the mini out there. Thanks for the video!

[@imaaronburns]

What’s your podcast editing app? I’d love to see a video just about your experience with editing a podcast on the iPad!

[@beardfm]

Ferrite! It’s the best. And I have a video on it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIa3gKtped2bmtU

[@kekchanbiggestfan]

All I want is vertical Split-View

[@rhylin26]

If not pro motion, at least 90hz. I just got a mini for Christmas, and the 60hz is my only real complaint. Otherwise I love this device.

[@beardfm]

Same, I’d settle for 90…and FaceID 😏

[@kristinotto102]

Been looking forward to this video since you mentioned it on the podcast 😂 I currently use an iPad mini 5 (because I wanted a mini, wanted pencil capabilities, but didn’t have the cash for the 6) and I love it! So it’s nice to see I’m not missing out on too much since your downfalls wouldn’t really matter for my use cases. But probably will still update to the 7 whenever it finally comes out… one day.

[@beardfm]

thanks for watching! Let's hope iPad mini 7 comes soon...

[@FemaleVillageElder]

No Face ID nor pro motion. It’s already expensive enough.

[@sculpt79]

I have an iPad 6 also, and I think that most of its issues are software issues, like the way iPad OS seems to be better suited to larger screens. An OLED display might be good though.

[@user-xj1mk8hr4p]

i think that it's just a mechanical failure. the same thing happened to my ipad (jammed power button). took it to unauthorized repair to have the chassis hammered. ipad still works. you can try to find someone who can hammer the chassis for you. good luck.

[@beardfm]

Thanks, trying to find someone near me!

[@momotaroux264]

For me, it needs a ProMotion screen and higher storage options and I'll be a very happy boy

[@beardfm]

Would love higher storage too, especially with all the RAW audio files I’m managing on there.

[@TheDaithiMac]

Hugh Jeffreys is a right to repair advocate and content creators who has repaired other Creator’s devices, including Mr Mobile. A repair collaboration would be a good video.

[@beardfm]

I’ll look him up! Thanks

[@adrianrivera8425]

When you up grade I’ll probably buy it off you if you don’t find someone If that squished button still operates . I was on the market. I was leaning mini but decided to wait for the new model to get it at cheaper price

[@bb_4488]

The iPad I really want is the iPad mini pro with an M1 or M2 and external monitor support. Would love a super powerful chip that can fit in my back pocket and turn into a desktop computer whenever/wherever. Battery life may be horrible but i think they could fix that with some software

[@beardfm]

M2 would be sweet, and promotion

[@warrenmcclure7819]

Id be happy with just a 90hz display. More storage would be nice as well and bigger battery.

[@beardfm]

I’d settle for 90 for sure

[@ashleylove2914]

Im screaming Stephen from the crossing has a tech page subscribing 🎉🎉🎉yesssss Now im going to listen to the actual review

[@beardfm]

haha glad you found it and thanks for subscribing!

[@duck4water]

I never used an ipad, i always use Samsungs tablets, so I decided to order the 65GB version off Amazon for $425, I need a small tablet that can handle streaming and reading, still wondering if I made the right choice and if the price I paid is a good deal

[@beardfm]

$425 is pretty good! Hope you enjoy, I’ll look into making iPad specific tip video soon!

[@45201951]

Love your video!! My iPhone 13 mini is the greatest and I just ordered Mini 6 iPad. Do you use a Bluetooth keyboard for typing text and if so, which would you recommend. My hands are small and I would love some recommendations. Also which brand of case are you using for your Mini 6? I’ve been using my MacBook Air laptop for 10 years and no longer need it for report cards as we’ve retired from teaching. I appreciate any suggestions you have. Shelley from Canada

[@beardfm]

Hi Shelley! I use Apple’s folio case for iPad mini. It’s super thin and can fold around to act as a stand. Keyboard wise I don’t typically use one with iPad mini, but a very popular model amongst users in this: amzn.to/3Uo9yaX

[@CameraNostalgiaClub]

Take the broken ipad to any small business that fixes them will have it sorted in no time!

[@Scarbuckks]

I'm holding out for a "M" powered Mini, mainly because I have a M1 Air at the moment, but damn the form factor is getting harder and harder to resist

[@gwaddles]

My suggestion - M1, start at 512, and a Magic Keyboard with cameras like that on iPhone pros

[@beardfm]

That + 90 or 120 hz is my hope 🤞🏻

[@yoseee]

I’m watching this video on my ipad mini 6 ❤❤❤

[@beardfm]

Love using it, for sure

[@Panyman555]

Nice Bach Trumpet and Gold mouthpiece! Model 37?

[@beardfm]

Haha thanks! I’ll have to double check. Got it 22 years ago 😳

[@warrengaskin3863]

I love my iPad mini but sometimes it’s painful when I transition from other devices with Promotion like the 12.9 M1 and iPhone 14 Pro, I realize Apple wants to keep the iPad Mini affordable but can’t we come to a reasonable compromise? Maybe 50 dollars more for that feature?

[@beardfm]

Agree, ProMotion is a stark difference when you have it on other devices.

[@nanodesu9031]

atleast a 90hz and a bump up to 128gb base model for the mini would be the best upgrade. however, i doubt we will ever get that as it would cannibalized their other tablet. Mkbhd make a great video regarding apple pricing skim

[@beardfm]

I’d settle for 90hz for sure, but I’m not betting on display upgrades in the next model. Hoping to be wrong 🤞🏻

[@AegidiusREX]

Merci pour votre vidéo très argumentée. J’ai échangé avec une excellente reprise Apple mon “iPad pro 12.9” (trop grand à mon goût) contre un “iPad pro 11” mais j’ai acheté ensuite en plus un “iPad mini 6” à titre de test. En réalité, ils sont tous très bons, y compris le petit “iPhone SE 2022” qui a une belle connectivité Internet 5G et une magnifique image vidéo. L’utilisateur doit choisir sa taille préférée, l’iPad mini brille par sa légèreté, sa maniabilité, son excellente performance dans à peu près tous les domaines. Apple a le chic pour sélectionner des spécificités techniques très pointues qui plairont au plus grand nombre. Bien à vous

[@aminallah01]

im not sure the mini is perfect for me but its good

[@funnyunkle]

Stage manager does work on Pro without M Chip I use it on ipad pro 12.9 (4th gen)

[@beardfm]

Ah good point, that's the one outlier

[@typingcat]

My pick will be the ability to freely write apps in any OS (Linux, Windows, etc) and ability to run it on my own device, without buying an Apple computer and without paying an annual $100 fee to Apple. The biggest reason why I avoid iOS device is that I cannot write my own app for my own device. This change does not need hardware change or even cost Apple money. Apple just have to stop blocking third-party people from creating a third-party SDK.

[@ToddPage1987]

Love my mini also - use it mostly for playing backing tracks with my church band and yeah, the battery life is a definite issue I've noticed over time. Seems worse than any apple device I've got, including any (even old) iphones.

[@beardfm]

It’s weird! You’re right even old iPhone get better life. And that’s a great use case

[@ImposterCinnamon]

I recommend thee Zulu case!

[@beardfm]

Nice! Gonna try some mini cases soon

[@opencurtin]

I’m thinking of buying a mini to replace my 2014 I pad air which is outdated now software wise , I’m just worried about the screen size for different things but I like the size for portability purposes it can fit in your jacket pocket , I wonder will they bring out a folding I pad any time soon ? Apple seems to be dragging its feet on this type of form factor !

[@beardfm]

I could be wrong but I don’t think a folding Apple device is coming anytime soon.

[@myharryface]

The iPad mini should be a Pro ... it would then do everything you wanted AND it would be the BEST gaming machine ever!! Apple could market it as a game player ... win, win, win.

[@beardfm]

Would love that...

[@manuelpuerta5934]

What’s the audio editing app again, please?

[@beardfm]

Ferrite!

[@fouur]

Got SUPER lucky with my mini, bought it for Amazon day the 64GB version, and received the 256gb, and i LOVE IT. the battery really is the only downside of the mini. Hoping for a "pro" version of it at some point. I carry the mini with me everyday, and has almost replaced it with my 11pro

[@beardfm]

That's a pleasant surprise! And it's so nice as an everyday carry.

[@luisfcocontreras]

Do you think we will get the new iPad mini march 2024? (In one month)

[@beardfm]

Ooph I’m really hoping but I’d say 50/50 chance

[@csanchezfilms1680]

A iPad mini pro with pro motion and a M1 chip

[@beardfm]

Would buy immediately

[@salesguyjoe]

This is going to sound crazy, but look for a jewelry maker who can file down that aluminum to release the power button.

[@beardfm]

Oh shoot 🤔 that’s a good idea

[@salesguyjoe]

Thank you! @@beardfm

[@perinb.7309]

would you recommend the iPad mini 6 if it was 399 for wifi 62gb? currently on sale, lowest cost I've ever seen.

[@jazzer7899]

What do you use for playing music notation your trumpet. Everything seems like a marching band tune when I try it.

[@beardfm]

Oh I use forScore for *reading* digital sheet music. For composition I've tried Symphony Pro which is good, but I can't speak to how it sounds today.

[@LucienDupont]

Sounds like you should do a Colab with @Luke Miani for your fix for the button.

[@beardfm]

👀 I'd be down!

[@Jimmyfly215]

had the mini 6 and though I loved it, but it felt like a bigger iPhone to me overall and not an iPad. its really hard to go to a lower end iPad after you have a Pro model.

[@beardfm]

The Pro model screens, battery, and ProMotion are hard to forget

[@arambhsharma2050]

Its very apt, ab kya pachtana, jab chidiya chug gayi khet. Its an added limitation.

[@letiziasparks2902]

Wasn't the 2018 iPad Pro an A12 chip have stage manager?

[@Gordidon]

The voice seems to be back. 👍

[@beardfm]

haha yes thanks, almost 100%

[@einerus]

My theory about battery is that Find My keeps trying to locate airpods. My battery was working fine but after getting airpods Find My keeps draining it to almost empty through the night.

[@beardfm]

That’s interesting. I’ve had AirPods for years so it’s hard to notice the difference

[@kit888]

Ummm, get a case to protect against drops?

[@Rori_Da1st]

Do you think its still worth the buy 2023? Im looking at it for christmas!

[@beardfm]

That’s tough. I’d you get refurbished or on sale for at least $100 off, I’d say it’s a decent deal. But we just got rumors today that Apple is updating iPads early 2024 (which could mean anytime Jan-March) so keep that in mind.

[@jesusvargas1197]

What program do you use to edit your podcast

[@beardfm]

Ferrite for iPad, it's all I need! And if I record, I use the Riverside app.

[@KYVTrocks]

If it Whould be Possible to use the Ipad Mini as a Phone with the Pen it Whould be the Perfect Device for me.

[@thiagocamargoalima]

Touch ID over Face ID is a plus to me!

[@beardfm]

Yeah? What use case?

[@thiagocamargoalima]

@@beardfm I don't know, I just trust it more...

[@XXXX-rc4qr]

What is the name of the app with which you can use the iPad as an external display with, for example, Nitendo Switch ?

[@beardfm]

Orion! I show it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqW2ZWh7g66ehK8si=PAnCO_7lWGb_PZFY

[@mrjeffjob]

Duet is an app that can remotely display your Mac OS on iPad. Astropad can turn an iPad into a Mac Mini display. There’s no need to wait for Apple to port MacOS to the iPad. Apple isn’t listening to us. Who was waiting for a “thinner lighter” iPad anyway?

[@RameshKumar-ng3nf]

I have a old 2018 ipad mini and waiting to upgrade to a newer model ipad mini in 2024. Any idea is it expected to be released in January 2024 ?

[@beardfm]

Rumors say iPad refresh early next year, but iPad mini may not be until the Fall :/

[@RameshKumar-ng3nf]

@@beardfm oh Okay, Thanks for sharing it bro.

[@j2koolc922]

good luck

[@gerardrosales]

The iPad mini will never get an M-series chip. The M1 is basically an A14X, the successor to the A12X and A12Z Bionic. The iPad mini never got an A(n)X chip simply due to power concerns. Additionally, the M1 chip is based on the A14 Bionic, and the current iPad mini is already on a variant of the A15 chip. The next logical update for the iPad mini's processor, considering that it's not on a yearly cycle anymore would be a variant of the A17 chip, or A18.

[@beardfm]

You're probably right...

[@Motawa88]

60hz is a no go

[@beardfm]

Here's hoping it gets upgraded this year

[@mitascon74]

At least M1 for sure will make it more likely to buy.

[@beardfm]

Apple has to have M1’s everywhere now, in couch cushions and all.

[@Manuel-rl6um]

iPad 2024 line up should look like this: - iPad > A16 chip, 64GB minimum storage - iPad Mini > A16 chip, 128GB minimum storage - iPad Mini Pro > A17Pro chip + OLED 120hz, 128GB minimum storage - iPad Air 10.9 > M2 chip, OLED 90HZ, 128GB minimum storage - iPad Air Plus 12.9 > M2 chip, OLED 90HZ, 128GB minimum storage - iPad Pro 11 > M3 chip, OLED 120HZ, 256GB minimum storage - iPad Pro 12.9 > M3 chip, OLED 120HZ, 256GB minimum storage Yeah, I know, it's not gonna happen.

[@beardfm]

Would love for a mini pro

[@stevefitzherbert]

davinci resolve is sexy in ipad mini 6

[@MaiElizabeth]

I’m suffering from trigger finger by holding iPad Air 4 daily too long. iPad Mini could solve the problem

[@beardfm]

💸💸

[@scorpion8525]

Unfair comparison to the pro the mini is great at what it is

[@beardfm]

Just saying what elements I hope get included in a future upgrade

[@eliotopian]

if only theyd give us an iPad mini PRO!

[@beardfm]

haha the dream!

[@syoung20001]

OLED @ 3,000 nits