I Switched to iPad Mini 7 from M4 iPad Pro 😳

[@sanjaybali1021]

I have been in the IPAD mini camp ever since it was first introduced. The form factor and for what I use it for is perfect. Never have been tempted by any of the other IPADS. If I want to get any serious done then I have my Mac.

[@Liwaaaah]

sameeee

[@setitupintimeok]

Recently I’ve been going smaller on everything. MacBook Pro 15 to MBA. iPhone 15 pro max to regular 16. And iPad Air to iPad mini.

[@mr_red13]

This is the way. Eventually I’d like to keep a Mac mini at home and a 13” MacBook Air for work on the go.

[@pug_63]

Just upgraded from the 2019 5th Gen to the new 7th Gen. it’s the form factor that works for me - anything bigger would probably spend its life in a drawer. Really complements my iPhone 13 Mini. Thanks for the content.

[@hqew6662]

Agree, the Mini is just such a great consumption device. I’m switching to one, I can hardly get any work done on my iPad Pro. Just a gimped OS and software suite. Realised I’m only using the Pro for reading and videos and it’s not great for reading

[@GamingPIPI]

Why not? I love it for reading and annotating.

[@ljacobs357]

Agreed. I have the Samsung Tab S9 for serious stuff and the Mini 7 because of the form factor.

[@hqew6662]

@@GamingPIPI I find the 11 pro still a little large for long one handed reading. Mini was the perfect size and weight. Kind of kindle sized basically.

[@brandononbrand]

Consumption as in reading or KZbin... but for movies and shows, you gotta go Pro!

[@cannedplacebo3198]

Depends on user to user. I used to have an iPad Pro 10.5 inch, but I redirected most of my work from that to a new MacBook Air M1 instead. Having a new MacBook changed my productivity system, which made my aging iPad Pro be in a tough spot. I ended up replacing it with the iPad mini 6, and the only productivity thing I do on it is pdf annotations. Other than that, ever since I got my MacBook for work and school, I've been using my iPad mini for consumption and games. It's a good decision for me to make the switch from a bigger tablet to a smaller one, and the iPad mini fits in my small crossbody bag and even my pockets. The only issue I have with the iPad mini is the short battery life. Otherwise, it's a perfect successor to my iPad Pro, and it's so hard to go back to an average sized iPad.

[@alexanderfazel]

I love the iPad Mini 7. $400 at Costco (now back up in price, but on sale at Amazon). This has some notable upgrades to Mini 6, when you do some digging. Much as I wanted it on the Mini, going from a Pro Max phone with Promotion 120 Hz to the 60 Hz is not bothersome. WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 make a noticeable difference to me and I’m glad Apple finally doubled the starting storage to 128GB. 👍🏻

[@jebaker2]

I’ve never understood this so maybe you can explain. Why get an iPad with cellular when it can automatically connect to your iPhone? Why pay for a second plan? I’m not saying you’re wrong, I just don’t understand the reasoning.

[@tmaran]

People are willing to pay the premium for the convenience, plus sharing your cellular drains the battery

[@macrumors]

Because you don’t get unlimited tethering in most cases and for as much as I travel, I find it to be not enough. Also, the connection and speeds are so much faster I feel in my experience. Not having to rely on that other device for connection

[@ShaunaMorgan]

Agreed, I suppose if someone travels A LOT, I can see it, but I am on WiFi 95% of the time. The few times I do use it when off wifi, I've yet to run out of mobile hotspot data in a month. I haven't even come close.

[@CanSF]

I find tethering to be unreliable and slow to connect.

[@digitalchemist3867]

it can connect to your iphone but only thru using a hot spot. some ppl’s phone providers charge extra for hot spot usage. i have unlimited data verizon plan but it doesnt cover hot spot. they give me a certain number of hotspot gb’s monthly. im not sure how much tho cause i do things like download offline & using wifi whenever possible to reduce HS usage cause i didnt get the data ipad. but i can def see a reason for someone to want it if they can afford it. if the ipad had an actual phone app i would honestly retire my phone since sms works on imessage

[@FigWidIt]

I reach for my Mini 7 more than any other device. It's so compact and portable. I can take it anywhere in my home, instead of being tied to my desktop.

[@itopnews]

Which keyboard is it exactly? Looks perfect☺️

[@frommylensetoyoureyes]

i switched from an iPad Pro 11inch to the iPad Mini 6 gen and it has been the best decision ever made. I take it anywhere, i travel often so is easier for me. I remember i couldnt take the iPad pro anywhere because it was big and took so much space. is not the same resolution but I gotten used to it.

[@SPFboy86]

I would highlight that this device is the best for holding in hands for a longer time. Even the Air could be a bit heavy whist holding. The Mini is perfect on a flight / train, most convenient to use.

[@josephhodge5387]

I love the mini I'm blind so for me it's not a real advantage having the larger screen. Agree for travel it is the best.

[@carlospcpro]

My dream iPad is an 11inch that folds into a mini . Someday ….

[@nikkic36]

Got mine 3 weeks ago and it’s the best iPad I’ve ever used. I can edit video, audio etc. Watch content and read. As for the jelly scrolling I’ve not noticed it and the screen looks fine to me at 60hz

[@Regantdarcy]

I’m an artist, and my main content creation device is an iPad Pro. But when I really wanna travel light, I always grab my iPad mini. It’s the perfect size digital sketchbook when on the go. 👍🏼

[@MasterChief4U]

I would have upgraded my 2020 late model to the new one. But no 120hz display killed that purchase...

[@mr-joshi]

Good video, why would you recommend the cellular version if you can just hotspot from your phone?

[@MeaganSutherland-y9u]

I leave my phone at home all the time now. Sent my calls and messages to the mini and not only does it deter me from doom scrolling, over consuming, but my AirPods answer calls from my iPad so it’s now my all in one device. My phones essentially a landline now, always at home on my desk.

[@sr_navarro]

Hi from Spain! Want this keyboard for iPad mini! Please share name or link please :) ty!

[@peteranderson7497]

I agree with all your comments about the iPad mini 7. I have one and I also have an iPad Air 6 (13 inch) as a "desktop" computer. Can I suggest a future video? I, like many others, am trying to ditch my Mac and go solely iOS. The only thing holding me back is file/data backup. Other than iCloud, iOS does not seem to have any viable backup options. If there are then this would make an interesting MacRumors video. Thanks for all your great content!

[@soculese]

I had the first gen Mini. I really liked it. The problem was my age when I got it. I was at that age where my eyes were starting to go so the smaller screen made it really hard for me to use it. I had to go back to a larger iPad. These days I rock the 11 inch M2 iPad Pro although I can see the need for a 13 inch in the future because the larger screen will be easier on the eyes but the 11 inch M2 iPad Pro is a REALLY powerful device.

[@brandenflasch]

I travel with iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPad mini gen 6 and 14" M1 Pro MBP and love my iPad mini gen

[@baltimorejoy]

I’ve been toting an iPad Mini for years. Perfect size for reading, note-taking, etc. I agree with other commenters on cellular - wasted money when you can hot-spot or share iphone line. My one disappointment with the 7 is that Apple did not see fit to update the design to mag-safe. Is there a good reason for this?

[@BlaqViper]

I’ve had every Mini since its inception in 2012 for the very reason you outlined, which is the same reason I’ve had every iPad and iPad Pro since their inceptions in and 2010 and 2015. The Mini isn’t meant to replace the larger size iPads as a same level productivity tool. For me it’s a light travel stay up to date tool. I will be checking out that keyboard though.

[@jasminealexander6766]

This might sound weird but to me the jelly scrolling feels like a neat scroll animation, and it doesnt bother me at all.

[@alatorreluis]

Is It mad to change my iPad Pro m2 for this one due to portability? Or m2 is way better

[@ingmarbm]

The iPad mini is awesome. However, I'd really like to have multiple windows. Not that I'd divide the screen into tree windows that often, but just to switch apps more easily.

[@pad9x]

i think Apple should make the Mini compatible with their regular iPad keyboard through the use of some kind of 'adapter'; like a frame that holds the Mini to make it close at the same size as the full size keyboard attachment. and maybe do something with the extra space, like make it an extra external battery to prolong power life.

[@bm63]

I switched to using an iPad mini years ago, I’ve had the original, 3rd, 6th and now 7th generations. Never noticed jelly scrolling.

[@radiologistanonymous2353]

If I don't have iPad mini at all, which one is better for money ? I could get second hand mini 6 in half the price of new mini 7. Condition is perfect, no signs of use whatsoever. My use is reading, some writing and mild media consumption and as a companion to iPhone SE 22. Anyone who has both Samsung Tab with pen and iPad with pen. Because writing experience on Samsung tab is top notch, and people say writing experience with iPad and apple pen is not up to the mark.

[@michaelneumann1865]

best review so far! THANK YOU!!!

[@madmann6723]

Just got one for my wife for media consumption etc when traveling. It’s a solid little tablet for the right use cases.

[@carlo0717]

I just wish it was OLED and 120hz

[@chrisowens1325]

It would probably cost as much as an iPad Pro

[@michaelakubas]

Why?

[@khajitt]

@@michaelakubasoled is expensive duhhh

[@HavokRm]

​@@khajittno its really not, even 300 usd androids have AMOLED 120 hz, you are just getting gateheld for a premium

[@khajitt]

@ its tandem dual amoled.. not just some cheap amoled with no color accuracy… bruh….

[@krakatoasundra]

pretty cool, but already have an iPad Air and not sure what to do with a 2nd iPad.

[@pgreenx]

Can you please explain why you need to travel with a MacBook and an iPad?

[@SiXiam]

One is work and the other is fun!

[@pgreenx]

@ I don’t get that. Seems redundant. I guess there wouldn’t be a video if you didn’t mention Both

[@eyhtwozed2606]

@@pgreenxmaybe for traveling light with extreme portability. Also macbook dont offer stylus capability

[@pgreenx]

@@eyhtwozed2606 not sure carrying two devices is "traveling light".

[@eyhtwozed2606]

@@pgreenx traveling light here doesnt mean to take two devices and use it at once. He could left one device at a hotel or somewhere safe and still continue working. Ie work on ipad onsite and continue working on macbook to finish the rest. Ipad dont offer desktop class apps so maybe need two devices while traveling.

[@Lescar-B-EAU]

You mentioned ray-tracing. I know Apple said their chips can do it now, but are there any games on iPad that really use this feature?

[@macrumors]

Resident evil village and the remake of 4 does support ray tracing.Same with the division

[@LarryStone-q6r]

4:00 Assuming you also have your iPhone (or similar smartphone) with you, why not tether your iPad mini to its 5G? I couldn't justify having 2 devices with built-in wireless.

[@macrumors]

Data plans are cheaper these days for iPads and I don’t have unlimited tethering.

[@LarryStone-q6r]

@@macrumors Oh I didn't know that. Thank you.

[@digitalchemist3867]

i had the ipad pro 2021 & switched to the ipad mini 6 about a year ago & would not look back. what i downgraded in specs/performance is compensated for the increased portability. i was a student & 2/3d hobbyist so the ipad pro was perfect as i was usually stationary. but now im graduated & work a job where im all over the place. the smaller size doesnt just increase portability but it also increased my screentime cause i could use it in bed or wherever, whereas i felt the ipad pro was too large to use in bed & it was only the 11” version. i honestly use the ipad more than my phone now; & often in public my phone just becomes a hotspot device cause i have the wifi version

[@briancollier5145]

Interesting comments on the mini. I am waffling about whether to get the model with direct cell connectivity. Since I want it for mobile use, I guess I will bite the bullet and add that. Also thinking of adding extra storage since I am likely to keep it a long time.

[@MasterChief4U]

The Cellular model does not work like that. It's data only Sim Card. You still have to pay an Extra $20.00 month for that feature. The only way to get around that is have an unlimited 5G plan. Which I have with T-Mobile. As i have the T-Mobile home internet in my RV. so i always got 5G connection.

[@LeilaHannah-s4z]

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[@Marciap17]

I've done the same this year. From an iPad Pro 11" to the iPad Mini 7. I won't be adding much, if any pro applications to it, because I also upgraded a 10-year-old MacBook Pro (still good) to the latest with the M4 Pro chip, and here yes focusing all my pro applications. The Mini, with the latest Apple Pencil Pro, stay next to me on my desk, replacing paper note pads, post it notes, pens, pencils, highlighters, ... The weight of the iPad Magic keyboard with the iPad Pro was too much + carrying the laptop as well, bags for both, and having to unpack them through airports security . I liked your mini keyboard, but I might skip it, trying to keep it simple, and focus on making more use of it as a tablet. For me an iPad will never replace a Mac, and vice versa. Thank you always for your great reviews.

[@NadeemHayek]

What’s the game demo in the video?

[@iamkayhud]

The display and bezels are 😮 come on apple

[@AndrewBashtovoy]

This form factor of the iPad is most loved by pilots, it's odd that Apple doesn't offer a nano-texture coating to minimize glare for it.

[@Marciap17]

Using Paperlike has a similar effect of the nano texture. At least until Apple give us the option to order nano texture as an option as on the Macs.

[@Fatcat-ss6nh]

Nanotexture will just wear with time and plus you can’t replace it, you’re better off getting a screen protector that you can replace when it does wear out.

[@AndrewBashtovoy]

@@Fatcat-ss6nh thanks

[@AndrewBashtovoy]

@@Marciap17 thanks for advise

[@xzygmvnd]

I also switched from 13" ipad pro m4 to ipad mini 7 and poco pad for my 1tb sd card. Never been happier.

[@mbvx7]

I have the 13" M4 Pro iPad. Love it. But I think I am still going to grab a iPad mini base model just to take with me everywhere. The mini is such a great iPad.

[@NigelPCrane]

Love the Mini 7, just wish they did a magic keyboard and made it 1TB

[@oopsigotdead]

Was looking at buying a mini with a pen to replace my current tablet but I ended up getting a m2 MacBook Air because it was only 150$ more than what that mini setup would have been lol

[@funkyjoe]

i bought the same keyboard that you used 3 weeks ago. I've tested so many keyboards and that keyboard you showed off was my favorite.

[@codysweet2918]

Traded in my iPad 10 gen for the mini and love it. I’ve always wanted a mini but never made the jump till now. If I need more than what the mini can do I have my Mac air.

[@LinuxHurts]

An iPad without cellular is a sin.

[@kenalanvoices]

I've used the standard (11-inch-ish) sized iPads since Gen 1 and I recently traded in my iPad Air 4 for the mini 17Pro. I found the iPad Air with the magic Keyboard just too big and heavy to lug around. I bought a used iPad Mini 4 just to test out the size and loved it, so I waited for the upgrade to the Mini 17Pro. For my use case it's the best value. Great for books, magazines (Apple News), movies, notes and even writing with a full sized bluetooth keyboard. (I use the same model keyboard as I do with my Mac so the touch is familiar). I actually use the camera on iPad and for some reason there is no flash on the iPad Air but there is on the mini. So that's a bonus. My only complaint is this: this shold be an iPhone Ultra and not an iPad Mini. Put the Phone and Apple Watch apps on this device and I wouldn't need an iPhone. I use the Apple Watch for my phone and music player and the iPad for everything else.

[@n0vi]

I know a garish south korean device manufacturer that is right up your alley if you are seriously asking for a phone the size of iPad Mini........

[@ruconscious]

I also just upgraded from an iPad Pro to the new iPad Mini

[@grimeythree4294]

Stuck between this and the iPad Air m2 11inch only a $50 difference

[@TGCid01]

Form factor if the Mini is great but 60 Hz is painful to me. That’s a rough trade off that we shouldn’t have to make in 2024

[@jonathon-one]

I am doing exactly the same change for the same reasons right now

[@ssarkisian]

I find this KZbinrs / Journalists iPad reviews so disconnected from the real life use cases.

[@beauty_empty]

Now, let’s wait another 4-5 years until the iPad mini still lacks Promotion ………………… 😢

[@miasonnenschein7330]

A18 chip wäre besser. Aber zu. Ipad 2018 sehe ich keine Unterschiede.

[@AeroSatan]

Is there a particular advantage to paying for the cellular version of the mini if you always have your iPhone 16PM that I can hotspot to the Mini. Are there any drawbacks to this method? Granted I don’t take it to a lot of places that don’t have WiFi to begin with, just curious what the biggest advantage of the cellular version was. When i had it on the prior iPads it was a feature I never ended up using no matter the situation. Anyone feel the same?

[@MatthewVlossak]

The cellular version will feature GPS where the WiFi version will not. Tethering is not always reliable and it drains your phone’s battery which isn’t ideal either. This is why I went cellular and have no regrets.

[@JBass33]

@@MatthewVlossakYour comment helped me make up my mind regarding cellular vs non-cellular on an iPad Mini. My 2015 iPad Pro and my 2018 iPad Pro both have cellular so I’ve never used my phone as a hot spot. However, I have noticed that trying to use my iPhone as a hot spot for my Kindle is often unsuccessful and I don’t want to have to go through that on my Mini. Thanks.

[@LuckyJack99]

Same…..loving the mini!!!

[@axs-irl]

6:06 was so real like WHO IS DOING THAT 😭

[@mrudowsky2781]

What game were you showing in the video?

[@macrumors]

Diablo immortal

[@Lowedjuret]

Im getting one for christmas comming from a Lenovo tab m8 FHD which is slow and has a bad display(1080P 8') . Im wondering how big of an upgrade this will be for me. I have a nice laptop and an Iphone SE 2020 which non of them are slow but both have bad battery life and im in depert need of a new ipad. I will edit video on it, play games, draw and watch videos on it and more. I have used an ipad 6th generation and it feels super snappy and has a fantastic display but the battery is poor in 2024 but i only used it like half a year untill my little brother took it. I just wonder how good it will be from my perspective and how noticebal the 60 hz display and jelly scroll will be because the tablet i use now cant even scroll in websites without lag (20 fps -40 fps) and it anoying. I resently made a video about it on my channel that you can watch to see what i mean I would appreciate an answer even it its not long and am looking foward to seeing more videos about the Ipad Mini 7

[@SPFboy86]

I think the best is to see for yourself at your nearest Apple Store. No one would be able to tell you if you would like the 60Hz or notice the jelly scroll (existent for all LCDs, not just on Apple devices). I think this is a great display with vibrant colours and the device is amazingly portable.

[@Lowedjuret]

@@SPFboy86 i have but its limited to the stuff you can do like there is only one real game on it. When i saw the screen it was fantastic and everything happents when you press it. But what i mean is like how it feels to use on a day to day basis Thanks for the tip and i will soon go and see it again later.

[@Dayswithryan]

Can’t wait to see the iPhone 17 Pro Maximum the size of a iPad mini ahaha

[@tacobell9807]

I have the mini 6. The moment they reduce the chunky bezels and give it an M chip, it will become so OP.

[@White25390]

Love your videos, but it is about time to be known that these kind of substitutions only makes sense for those who are using ipads as media consumption devices. The moment you open the notes app to exemplify the use of apple pencil, that instantly tells me: 1- you are not an artist 2- you are using this as a consumption media device (and there is nothing wrong with it, just saying) 3- your work is based on docs and reviews and not creating and exploring the true potential of the apple pencil (Procreate, for instance, is magical on the Pro and could never be useful on the mini. Again, nothing wrong with it, just the facts) great video, keep it up!

[@pandaren0830]

Si hubiese tenido la pantalla OLED y el pro-motion me lo hubiese comprado.

[@soulsergeant]

I love mine . EVERY iPad is a GREAT iPad. Apple doesn’t produce junk . Tech Geeks want every product CUSTOM MADE FOR THEM and love to complain .

[@andrewcrossley2448]

I took mine back. Jelly scrolling in portrait mode and far too much motion blur on all Apple Store samples. This was clearly visible to me on this old 60hz display. Apps and font sizes too small. The speakers and mics are way inferior than an Air M2 or pro. It’s overpriced compared to Air M2, especially with cellular. Just connect with an iPhone! The screen is too small to use professionally with pencil and an expensive duo even with education discounts. 11 in iPad is min. Mini is good as an overpriced colour Kindle. An M4 11 in 256gb is a much better long term value proposition and doubles as a second screen to partner with aMacBook Pro. Mini is really for pilots, waiting staff and indulgent parents for under 11s to read and play games on - niche product. If it had pro motion, a better screen, smaller bezels and if possible landscape camera for videos, I’d consider one. An iPhone pro Max in landscape is nearly as big for viewing videos and film and far, far brighter. Admittedly no pencil but iPad Pros are for that. I was working overseas recently and only took an iPad Pro 11 with keyboard, pencil and my iPhone as I needed to travel very light (under seat bag for flight, then lots of trains and buses). It did everything I needed professionally from writing, emails, viewing materials and it was great for editing photos and videos taken on 15 pro max (great camera on that). Not for me…in a professional setting anyway.

[@WillbanksHeight]

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[@dandansfu]

such a clickbait video..I am sure in few weeks, you will switch back and maybe make a video why I switch back beside portability, it is worse in almost every single way especially if your job is content creator that do a lot of video editing. are all essential for video editing its like saying Honda fit is a better car than a truck construction work worse display , worse refresh rate, no Nano-texture display , much slower chips, cant shoot pro res , much slower transfer speed vis usb C , no Magic Keyboard , no TB option (which may be needed more since you cant shoot directly to USB C drive or transfer faster ) much worse screen brightness. no way a professional would choose mini over pro 99% of the time if money isnt a factor which it is not in this video.

[@rycmrc]

The colors look horrible and I'm having second thoughts on returning it. I think my eyes are acclimated to OLED's color accuracy & vibrancy

[@1TechCritic420]

I want that tiny iPad. Lol.

[@smogkiel4004]

KI Übersetzt? Block!

[@rycmrc]

Anyone know what Calendar widget that's on 5:42? This is NOT the iOS Calendar app

[@macrumors]

It IS the stock calendar app actually.

[@exiownage]

Typical iPad mini advertisement…

[@goldy_on_pc930]

Typical 14 yr old Bihari

[@Robin-ie3ns]

Ha, considering doing the same and thought I'd search KZbin. amazing you've posted a video just a few hours ago with a review :) :)