Most likely. :) I already had one (more precisely the Mini 6 wi-fi 256gb) - which I used exactly to read Kindle e-books; I sold it last year because I didn’t use it much, but I’ve come to regret that decision and am thinking of getting another one (same model as before).
I have a galaxy A 7 lite, it was cheap under 200 bucks. I don’t like the aspect ratio it seems too long. It’s a little laggy but a fully usable device. It’s still on an old version of android too. The 256 gig mini is available at 100 bucks off currently so I doubt it’ll will get much cheaper at the launch of the new iPad mini, feels like a good time to get one still in 2024.
@@TonySchutz I wouldn’t put Galaxy Tab A7 Lite in the same sentence with the iPad Mini 6 - their only similar aspect is the screen size, the rest of the specs is too different (while I love Samsung tablets, the Tab A7 Lite is the worst of them and its extremely cheap-ness is reflected in its components: a super poor processor, half the ram of the iPad Mini, a terrible camera….just to name some basics).
I use an iPad mini 6 as my only device and I am running a marketing agency with it. Best device ever landed in my hands. Will upgrade to a 7 if it comes out.
Hard to believe Apple would not continue this device. I bought an iPad mini 2 and that was the best device I have owned. I got the model with cellular and used it on all my motorcycle trips in the mountains of Northern Thailand. I sat on it and bent it, bent it back, it was indestructible. WAY easier for me to type on it than an iPad 11. It fit in my small waist pack, it went everywhere. Perfect for chatting, video calls, reading news, checking email. It looks like new iPads are coming out end of this month. I might buy the mini 6 from the refurb store.
I have been kept upgrading my tablet from nexus tablet 7 (my favorite one at that time) to the giant tablets, and the most recent one is ipad mini 6. I realized the best tablet is the one I can take it with me everywhere in the sling bag. I love this device.
I'm on the lookout for an ipad, never had one but it seems like a useful device from time to time. This size seams perfect, thank you man for your insights! :)
@THATICELANDICGUY it works as an external monitor for your computer but also using the Sony imaging edge app, it’s an awesome wireless monitor for you camera when filming.
I bought it last year and I am extremely satisfied. I use it as the only Apple device. I'm in the Android and Windows world, but the iPad mini makes sense to me. Great product.
Same! It’s just so much more convenient to pick up. What I find is I consume more on the iPad mini and produce more on the iPad Pro. Thanks for checking out the video!
I went from a 2018 11" iPad Pro to a mini 6 and I'm not looking back or regretting it at all. I use the mini 6 way more than I did the Pro, and I use the mini like an actual iPad and not a replacement to a laptop. If I need to get more complex work done, I can do it on my PC or my MBP, but for travel, light work, media consumption and all that, nothing beats the mini 6. Unless a Pro Mini comes out, then Apple can take more of my money (more than they already have LOL)
Haha yeah I would totally pay more for a mini pro! You sound like you have the same setup as me. PC for most big tasks, MacBook for mobile big tasks, iPad mini for consuming. What else do ya need?!
@@JonAdamsTech man of culture! I can see where Apple is coming from with the iPad Pro, but unless they really revamp iPadOS, I'm going to use my MBP or PC for bigger tasks
I'm a server and write down all my order in my iPad using notability, a big iPad is ridiculous to use for that, but having the pencil, I never have a pen run dry, I can switch colours to separate orders by seat, I can more quickly make corrections and stay organized. I wouldn't buy my iPad primarily for that, but hours of the day that is what its used for most. When I'm away from home I can start a painting on my iPad mini which I think is a great size for thumbnailing a painting and then I send it over to my iPad air and finish the painting on there. I think as a first iPad it is the best option because it will always be there with you, and then if you wanted to do some more intermediate art you can move up to an air. Having owned a 12.9 iPad pro from 2018, I would say that is too big unless you only plan to use it on a desk for painting, the iPad air is a perfect sketchbook size, but I still never take it with me away from home. I would pretty much usually only recommend an iPad air or better if you are an artist, if you were not an artist I would still recommend the mini.
Nice! Did you see my newest upload about that very thing? I love the iPad mini and like you said though it’s great someone like an artist could really use that extra screen size. Do you have your art posted anywhere?
@@JonAdamsTech I just checked your video out and I completely agree. University students can benefit a lot from an iPad Pro or air as it allows you to import digital textbooks into notability and have your text side by side your notes. One thing the iPad lacks is proper formatting for science lab write ups. Writing equations in correct format is extremely difficult and I always found myself pulling a laptop out for that. I have also been taking my iPad Air with me lately to run and gun shoot some skateboarding stuff with my friend as me and him learn some beginner stuff and chronicle our progress. I haven’t posted my art online yet but I focus on portraits and as a person who does very long art sessions the iPad is good to last 5-6 hrs which is plenty.
I would love to see your comparison video between this and the kindle. I'm looking to get this specifically for the capability of reading and having a few apps to categorize and keep track of my tbr. Thats going to be my main and pretty much only use for it.
Currently using a Wi-Fi only 64GB IPad 9th Generation, but after watching a few different videos about the IPad Mini 6 including you I’m planning on purchasing the Ipad Mini 6 256GB Wi-Fi+Cellular model within the next couple of weeks. I believe for my use case it would work a lot better so thank you for your content on the IPad Mini.
For sure, thanks for watching! What kind of work do you do where the cellular assists your workflow? I’ve always went WiFi only because I don’t have any real reason to do anything other than using my phone as a hotspot if I need my MacBook or iPad while out
@@JonAdamsTechThank you for your response 🙏🏾. I mainly use my iPad for school and for the BLW Campus Ministry I'm involved in. I prefer it for note-taking and projects on Canva. The WiFi-only model can be limiting since I'm not always in a WiFi area. Also, many of my groups use iOS, and my current phone is a OnePlus device. So, the iPad Mini would be portable enough for work and communication without replacing my phone.
@@JonAdamsTech Thank you so much 🙌🏾. And that's amazing as well I didn't know you were also a worship Pastor. But I'm glad that the iPad Mini/Pro are also able to assist you as well. That also gives me some clarity on my purchase now too 🤝🏾.
@@JonAdamsTech I intend to use it a lot for work and to read. I wanted something I could fit into a small handbag. My hands are small too. Anything larger and I’d get tired, I am sure of it.
I've always liked the idea of the iPad mini. Not sure it would work for me though. I mainly use my iPad 9th gen for preaching on Sunday and for watching Colorado Avalanche games with my wife during the week. 🤣 Neither of those would work as well on the mini. Mainly because of my aging eyes. Great video! And I love the keyboard!
Yo Chris! I may have asked you before but what app do you preach with? I’ve been using logos for years and love it. Sometimes if I’m really stuck on a text I’ll word for word manuscript and use a teleprompter app. Thanks for watching dude!
@@JonAdamsTech I preach from a PDF document using GoodReader. I use Logos for study, but have never gone away from GoodReader for preaching. My notes are typed in Pages, reformatted to a larger text onto another document with smaller margins (again, for my aging eyes), then saved as a PDF to a folder that auto syncs with GoodReader. Been a good system for me!
I’m 48 and I preach out of my iPad mini 6 …. I love everything about it… I actually bought the iPad nine for preaching, but after a couple of days, I returned it because I just like the portability of the iPad mini… I got a Apple Pencil for Christmas and I take my iPad mini with me everywhere
Phone & tablet size has disproportionately risen lately when they were always originally intended to be small, the iPhone mini 13 & the iPad mini 6 are the perfect combination of fully functioning lightweight powerful products in a compact portable format, expensive yes but totally unique & niche. I always buy the cellular version of ipads, yes it increases the initial purchase price but the convenience of cellular especially when travelling is worth it, so easy to pop in a prepaid data sim or activating the esim for connectivity is a bonus I don’t understand why some people limit themselves to just wifi, oh & the iPad mini 6 is the full size ipad as it was original intended.
I know, it is so sad that they’ve gotten rid of the iPhone mini, it was for sure the best size to fit in the hand and type one handed. Thanks for your thoughts David.
I have the 12.9 M1 but it’s my iPad Mini 6 that goes with me whenever I get in the car, everything mentioned about it in this video is true. It’s the perfect size for most things I want to do
That little clip from Wizards First Rule reminded me how much I enjoyed the Sword of Truth series. Terry Goodkind may have been an objectivist tool (may he rest in peace) but his books were always a guilty pleasure of mine. also the mini 6 is great
It's a fantastic device. Have a 12.9 Pro also, which I adore, but the mini is with me at all times and has always been a great go-to device. When the 7 comes out, the only thing I long for is a 120hz display. The rest is legit, still (except the camera).
Thanks Jon, Would love to see more rounded edges on the next version, just like in the latest iPhones. The sharp edged on the iPad mini 6 really dig into my fingers. For reading books though, I prefer my Kindle.
Haha that may actually be the best comment I’ve ever received on this channel! I have used some products in the past but I don’t on a regular basis probably should though! Thanks for stopping by.
I traded in my 12.9 in iPad Pro for an iPad mini and love it. If I need to do bigger stuff then I’ll use my MacBook Pro. The mini does everything else I need. Great video! What keyboard is that at 0:24?
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I just brought one. This is my first apple tablet. I have the Galaxy tab S8 Ultra that never leaves my desk because it’s the size of half of a laptop. This is the right size, build quality is nice, OS is smooth and simple despite it not running past 60hz (my OnePlus Open and S23 Ultra are at 120hz), but I do not care. This iPad is awesome. If they come out with a new one I will trade it in if the price is right. But if it is not, I will enjoy this one as if the new one never existed. I will be using it for reading, studying, taking notes, RUclips and browsing the web. I’m impressed!!
Also the ipad mini 6 with a case and pencil is about as heavy as the ipad air with no case and no pencil attached. So weight wise the mini is just so easy to carry for hours.
I am now using iPad 12.9 2017 version, so I hope I can downsize to 11 inch iPad, because I mostly draw mind map on the iPad, so screen size is crucial. That been said, I like the concept of iPad mini, and really hope some large iPhone can support Apple Pencil. Plus, would love the next iPad support headphone jack as I love my wired Sennheiser HD25.
bought the ipad mini 6 256gb for 540$sgd 2 days ago. i really like the mini's for being stealthy and portability. ipad air 6 is my 2nd choice but i don't really need a big ipad now.
I love and use my iPad mini for all the same things you do. I'm really hoping they DO update the mini this year and if they do will absolutely be buying one. I don't really need a pro but am considering upgrading my iPad Air to a pro.
Price is everything. Here in Canada iPads are expensive, non more so than the mini 6. I just bought one, new, for probably its lowest price and it wasn’t cheap. It’s an upgrade from the iPad 6 I’ve been using. My thinking is that stock is dwindling and no one is going to resupply before the new releases so if you wait you may have to get the mini 7 and it may be more than you need at a much higher price. As always just be brutally honest about your needs and you might find the mini 6 fits the bill after all.
@@JonAdamsTech Yeah! The iPad has been a complete game changer. Instead of carrying around a huge bag full of publications/ procedures we can just use the iPad. Not to mention the huge situational awareness boost you get from having ownship enabled, which places an airplane on the map based off of our gps location.
I still have my iPad Air 2020 version. Still runs like the day I bought it. No difference in battery life. I gave it to my wife I want something smaller. Really looking into this mini6
Who knows, some are saying they could launch it at wwdc in June and others are saying they’re just killing off all things mini. I wonder if they’re killing it off to put out a line of mini foldable devices that open up to something like the size of the iPad mini
Hey pastor John, i am still contemplating between getting an iPad mini 6 or the MacBook Air M1. I can get either one in the used market. However, in terms of the pricing for either the iPad mini 6 or the Macbook Air M1 its more or less the same for brand new or used here in Malaysia. Which would you pick first for your daily usage? Thanks
@@JonAdamsTech Thank you pastor. I can only find the standard model at 8gigs of RAM and 255gb of storage so is the specs good enough to do basic video/audio editing?
Hi, thanks for the video. Thinking about buying an iPad mini as my first apple device, as being not a fan of apple and iPhones, liked this one for it's size and build quality. Would you suggest to pay extra for 256 gb device or 64 gb is enough? Basically for reading, watching RUclips or other movies and stuff.
I bought the iPad mini 6 with 256gb and cellular but sold it and I’ve regretted the sale. I finally got the go ahead to by a refurbished iPad mini 6 but with 64 gb on Amazon for $300. But when the iPad mini 7 is released I might sell my M1 iPad Pro 11 so I can afford the mini 7 as long as the mini 7 has more storage options. If it comes with an M1 so I can use it with an external monitor with dual screen vs just mirror I’m all in for just the iPad mini and my iPad Pro is history.
Yeah I really wonder how the m1 would do in that small of a device, if they under clocked it some I bet it would work. It’s looking like we will find out in March!
I’m hoping we get a new Mini this year, preferably before my XS loses access to the latest iOS. Currently using a 5th Generation and, as you said, I don’t want/need anything bigger. An updated iPad Mini might mean I’ll buy a smaller, older iPhone rather than a newer Titanium Pro.
@@JonAdamsTech I’m currently looking at 13 Minis. The only brand new one I’ve seen is a pink one on Apple’s Amazon store, but that’s a “No” from me. With my iPhone, just like my car and Apple Watch, the colour’s very important.
@@JonAdamsTech My XS’ battery hastened my upgrade, so I’m now the proud owner of a Product Red 13 Mini with 100% battery and a 2 year warranty. Loving the MagSafe, and the all day battery!
3:23 Writing on the iPad feels like writing on paper? Bro, seriously? It feels nothing like writing on paper. Now if you have a screen protector similar to a paper-like, then maybe, but not w/o.
Alright Clint the relatively ok, it’s different but my point was the size feels like writing on something close to the size of a piece of paper and that it’s roughly the same, sheeeeesh. Also I didn’t go back and check what I said so if I’m wrong then chock that up to me being a dummy.
I was going to upgrade my iPad mini 5 to the mini 6, but didn’t cause of the jelly scroll issue. But Apple never updated it. In all other regards, i think the mini 6 is a fantastic update. However, I’ve waited so long now, I might as wait until the mini 7 does come out later this year. I do have an iPad Pro which is my main content creation tool… but I travel a lot, and love my ipad mini for when I want to travel light. I think ipads hold their usefulness for a very long time, but if someone asked me, I’d tell them to wait if they could to buy the mini 7 in September. It’s only 4 months away.
Hey thanks for your thoughts! I’m not sure if they’ll update the mini, I really wonder if Apple is killing off all things mini to replace them with foldable devices
@@JonAdamsTech Yeah I’ve heard this rumor as well. And it does make sense. But I don’t think the foldable technology is quite there yet…at least for Apple’s high standards. I think the mini iPad will get updated this year. Many leaks point to that. At least I hope it gets updated! 🤞 Guess we’ll find out in a few months.
@@JonAdamsTech i read alot on my kindle app on my I phone 13 and have been looking at the mini to be my main reader and I’m hesitant because i have a lot of work done on my kindle app on my phone. Especially pdfs I’ve uploaded to my kindle app. For someone who is looking mainly for a reader and not a gamer you could say go with the mini 6? Thanks for reply!
I know this is a little bit older of a post. Can anybody answer for me is it worth getting the new iPad mini 7 that just came out even if I have a iPhone 15 Pro Max? Is the size difference justifiable. I’ve never owned an iPad before, but I want one mainly for media consumption.
I have a video coming out in the next few days about that, I’ll make sure to answer that question but I think it is. I love the mini, it’s the perfect size for me
Got an iPad Pro 11 inch 12Z chip (2nd gen ). It’s a great device but after changing jobs, with an iPad Pro 4th gen included, I’ve found I’m using my own just for media consumption and reading. If the new mini comes with a pro chip and maybe 120hz screen I will changeover in double quick time.
Yeah I really hope they do come out with one, I’d be willing to pay more just to get those features. What kind of work do you do where they give you an iPad?
This video was really helpful. I actually use android but do own a 12.9 3rd gen pro but I never use it because it's too big to carry around. Been thinking about getting the mini for a bit but wasn't sure since in 2024 it is starting to age and rumors of a new one this year. But also isn't confirmed so....I think I'm gonna get one. Type c is a big plus for me as well. Only one cable.
@@JonAdamsTech now I just saw a video about a new mini coming out in March possibly....if nothing then I will lol. But got a new subscriber today! Thank you my friend!
I’ve been trying to hold out for the mini 7. The only thing that is keeping me from getting the mini 6 is my fear of it having “jelly scrolling”. Have you noticed any issues with it?
None at all but if you’re cool waiting I think that’s a good choice but if you need something now then I think you’re fine with the 6. I haven’t notice the scrolling look jelly like at all.
think is this. i pretty much do everything on my 15 pro max . shall i downgrade my max to regular pro and get ipad mini? goal is to replace all my physical journal and not carry as many hardcover books.
I saw your video. I have all Apple products: Mac, Mac Book Pro, IPad and iPad mini. I lost my mini 6 and was debating on buying the same or holding out for the 7. Will the upgrade be significantly different or should I just re-purchase the the mini 6 for $379 on Amazon??
I still very conflicted on whether or not buying the 256gb option is worth the extra money I want the portability of the ipad mini 6 but the base model only having 64gb and the only other option being 256gb creates a huge price gap I want to keep my ipad future proof, I do only intend to use it for school and some side hustles like video editing but I don’t trust myself to not use it for gaming. What should I do?
I always say buy once cry once and get what you think you’ll need. If you go with the lower spec then in a few months you may end up needing that space so you’ll have to sell then spend more money on the iPad you need.
@@JonAdamsTech Thats exactly what happened to me I bought an ipad 9 with 256gb storage I thought that it would be enough for me since I had plenty of storage then soon enough, I realized I invested on the wrong spec I thought having enough storage was enough for me and as it turns out, the storage is not the only thing I needed I needed more ram, better performance, better apple pencil compatibility and most importantly, PORTABILITY. The Ipad 9th gen is fine but it wasn’t for me and now I ended up listing it up for sale. The Ipad mini 6 checks all the boxes that Im looking for in an Ipad but the price jump of the storage options really makes me hesitant in going that route Thanks to what you said I think I’ll opt for the higher storage option. Having better chipset and all that will be nothing if I don’t have the storage space for the apps that will make use of the processing power of the device
I was so hoping that Apple would have announced a new iPad mini but alas no sign of it. I thought I will get the newer model. I have a 2020 iPad Pro 11 inch and I love it but I have realised it is huge for my liking so I would rather go for an iPad mini. Currently using an iPhone 12 mini and sad that Apple doesn’t give importance to mini series.
@@JonAdamsTech I never got the chance to use that. I am still using a 2014 Macbook Pro 13 inch and honestly it serves my needs and works well for me. I was thinking about upgrading to the regular 15 because of all the online hype and I thought perhaps I will get a better battery with all the new bells and whistles but since I am from Pakistan and here the iPhone is far more expensive than the prices you get in US so I decided to stick with my 12 mini as the update considering the price was not really worth it for me. I am thinking about getting a new battery installed.
The mini 6 having the same chipsets as the iPhone 13 & 14 base models will be supported for a long time. I think the A10 iPads will lose support for ipad os 18. Then in 2025 will see the A12 chip iPad’s lose support. Depending on if apple continues to use iPhone chips in iPads or use M1 chipsets in all of them. I would not expect the mini to lose support until 2028. The Mini 5 has an A12 Chip 2019 but ipad 8 2020 A12. The mini 4 had 7 years of updates on an A8 chipset. The Minis are always ahead and cost more for a reason. I don’t think its a bad purchase personally since I have a 14Pro an its an A16 chipset. So I think getting 3 years of heavy use out of each device will be worth it! I just went from the Mini 5 which I use for education along with my mac, but the mini 5 & Ipad 8 are slow & laggy now. So it was time. I love it and it was on sale! My only complaint is start light needs to fing go all my gold devices look like silver that was left in a smokers room.
I still have the mini five and yeah it’s just so slow at this point. Do you think they’ll end up going all M1 chips in lower tear iPads and keep moving up in the pro models?
@@JonAdamsTechIm not sure as there is a rumored Macbook SE with M1 chip. I would assume to keep costs down they always use older chipsets in the ipad. The 10th gen ipad came out with an A14 chipset. I see the A14 is 1/2 the performance of the M1, but the A15 is very comparable to the M1 chipset. The difference being a couple things for single core and multi core but very close in power. So I don’t feel it matters to much once a device has an a15 chip or M1 chip if the ram is to low it doesn’t matter. I never will understand owning an ipad pro as the M1 chip is running ipad os not mac os. I think if we saw Iphone switch to M chips then maybe. But apple wont do that as they like to differentiate product lines.
I bought this and haven't updated my iphone since my 13 promax, I am pissed off, due to Apple shoving the esim up our asses, this is the last ipad with a sim slot as the iphone 13. If your like me and have multiple phones the esim is BS for switching maybe some day when you can transfer your esim online without having to call customer service, going from an Apple device to Android is impossible without calling customer service
This thing ruins mobile games for me. With its perfect screen size and ideal finger placement, i can never play games on my phone anymore. Still feel snappy with that 60hz
Love my iPad mini but still can't believe they are still selling the 64gb 😂 but then again it forces consumers to buy the 256gb 😂 more money to be made
Dude I know that would be so awesome!! If they just keep going with the display support and keep upping the chip it’s going to be a killer iPad. Thanks for watching Sean!
Its a bad idea to recommend to buy a tech product when a new one is literally will be announced next month. There are no leaks in the news right now that point to September. It all points to March. Whether its true or not in the end, its worth to wait it out. No one is so desperate to need it now when one can wait a few weeks to see what the new one is offering.
@@JonAdamsTech Its a bad idea when buying tech gadgets for future proofing. The new chip and whatever other new tech updates for the newer models, will make the current iPad Mini 6 seem archaic. Best to wait for end of this month.
After the update, my ipad mini 6 becomes slower. I think this is another tactics of Apple to force consumer to buy a new one….but never, my next tablet is now samsung.
Do you think we will get a new iPad Mini in 2024? Let me know your thoughts!
Most likely. :) I already had one (more precisely the Mini 6 wi-fi 256gb) - which I used exactly to read Kindle e-books; I sold it last year because I didn’t use it much, but I’ve come to regret that decision and am thinking of getting another one (same model as before).
you didnt use it so much when you had it and sold it, so its best to not buy it again for the same reasons ):@@LucienSabre
@@kidcal Not up to you, but thank you for the unwanted advice. :)
I have a galaxy A 7 lite, it was cheap under 200 bucks. I don’t like the aspect ratio it seems too long. It’s a little laggy but a fully usable device. It’s still on an old version of android too. The 256 gig mini is available at 100 bucks off currently so I doubt it’ll will get much cheaper at the launch of the new iPad mini, feels like a good time to get one still in 2024.
@@TonySchutz I wouldn’t put Galaxy Tab A7 Lite in the same sentence with the iPad Mini 6 - their only similar aspect is the screen size, the rest of the specs is too different (while I love Samsung tablets, the Tab A7 Lite is the worst of them and its extremely cheap-ness is reflected in its components: a super poor processor, half the ram of the iPad Mini, a terrible camera….just to name some basics).
I use an iPad mini 6 as my only device and I am running a marketing agency with it. Best device ever landed in my hands. Will upgrade to a 7 if it comes out.
Dang that’s awesome! How long have you been using it as your only device?
@@JonAdamsTech the day it came out. Never used any iPad before
That’s sick!
🤔 Best device ever landed in your hand. But you’re updating still? Just curious
So it’s not the best? Was looking to get one
@@MrGeek847 It's the best till they upgrade it with a few features that would be nice to haves.
Just recently purchased the iPad mini 6 from Amazon for $400 and I’m loving the device! It’s my first iPad and perfect for my needs and daily use.
Solid price! Glad it’s working out for you.
iPhone 13 Mini and iPad Mini 6 is what Jesus carried.
And the IPad Mini 6 has stereo speakers that sound glorious. I love it.
lol as a pastor I have to refute this claim but I’m here for the heart behind it haha
@srs3572 haha yep!
Hard to believe Apple would not continue this device. I bought an iPad mini 2 and that was the best device I have owned. I got the model with cellular and used it on all my motorcycle trips in the mountains of Northern Thailand. I sat on it and bent it, bent it back, it was indestructible. WAY easier for me to type on it than an iPad 11. It fit in my small waist pack, it went everywhere. Perfect for chatting, video calls, reading news, checking email. It looks like new iPads are coming out end of this month. I might buy the mini 6 from the refurb store.
That’s awesome, you sound like you live a pretty cool life. The mini is definitely the way to go for a more adventurous lifestyle!
I have been kept upgrading my tablet from nexus tablet 7 (my favorite one at that time) to the giant tablets, and the most recent one is ipad mini 6. I realized the best tablet is the one I can take it with me everywhere in the sling bag. I love this device.
100% agree! Do you still use those other tablets at all or are you mainly on the mini 6?
I'm on the lookout for an ipad, never had one but it seems like a useful device from time to time. This size seams perfect, thank you man for your insights! :)
It also works great as an external monitor which would be an awesome video from you! Thanks for checking out the channel Arnulfur.
@@JonAdamsTech External monitor for my computer then?
@THATICELANDICGUY it works as an external monitor for your computer but also using the Sony imaging edge app, it’s an awesome wireless monitor for you camera when filming.
@@JonAdamsTech oh that's sick! Brother thank you so much for your time, info and replies :)
@THATICELANDICGUY for sure man, I’m a huge fan of your work so this was a really encouraging day for me haha
I bought it last year and I am extremely satisfied. I use it as the only Apple device. I'm in the Android and Windows world, but the iPad mini makes sense to me. Great product.
That’s awesome dude! I’m also a daily windows user and most of the time I just have my iPad open right next to my pc.
Love my iPad mini 6. I have the M2 iPad Pro as well and I use my mini more.
Same! It’s just so much more convenient to pick up. What I find is I consume more on the iPad mini and produce more on the iPad Pro. Thanks for checking out the video!
I went from a 2018 11" iPad Pro to a mini 6 and I'm not looking back or regretting it at all. I use the mini 6 way more than I did the Pro, and I use the mini like an actual iPad and not a replacement to a laptop. If I need to get more complex work done, I can do it on my PC or my MBP, but for travel, light work, media consumption and all that, nothing beats the mini 6.
Unless a Pro Mini comes out, then Apple can take more of my money (more than they already have LOL)
Haha yeah I would totally pay more for a mini pro! You sound like you have the same setup as me. PC for most big tasks, MacBook for mobile big tasks, iPad mini for consuming. What else do ya need?!
@@JonAdamsTech man of culture! I can see where Apple is coming from with the iPad Pro, but unless they really revamp iPadOS, I'm going to use my MBP or PC for bigger tasks
@@momotaroux264 heck ya
I'm a server and write down all my order in my iPad using notability, a big iPad is ridiculous to use for that, but having the pencil, I never have a pen run dry, I can switch colours to separate orders by seat, I can more quickly make corrections and stay organized. I wouldn't buy my iPad primarily for that, but hours of the day that is what its used for most. When I'm away from home I can start a painting on my iPad mini which I think is a great size for thumbnailing a painting and then I send it over to my iPad air and finish the painting on there. I think as a first iPad it is the best option because it will always be there with you, and then if you wanted to do some more intermediate art you can move up to an air. Having owned a 12.9 iPad pro from 2018, I would say that is too big unless you only plan to use it on a desk for painting, the iPad air is a perfect sketchbook size, but I still never take it with me away from home. I would pretty much usually only recommend an iPad air or better if you are an artist, if you were not an artist I would still recommend the mini.
Nice! Did you see my newest upload about that very thing? I love the iPad mini and like you said though it’s great someone like an artist could really use that extra screen size. Do you have your art posted anywhere?
@@JonAdamsTech I just checked your video out and I completely agree. University students can benefit a lot from an iPad Pro or air as it allows you to import digital textbooks into notability and have your text side by side your notes. One thing the iPad lacks is proper formatting for science lab write ups. Writing equations in correct format is extremely difficult and I always found myself pulling a laptop out for that. I have also been taking my iPad Air with me lately to run and gun shoot some skateboarding stuff with my friend as me and him learn some beginner stuff and chronicle our progress. I haven’t posted my art online yet but I focus on portraits and as a person who does very long art sessions the iPad is good to last 5-6 hrs which is plenty.
I would love to see your comparison video between this and the kindle. I'm looking to get this specifically for the capability of reading and having a few apps to categorize and keep track of my tbr. Thats going to be my main and pretty much only use for it.
It’s gonna be coming out soon! Thanks for checking out the video!
I just bought one last week😮 I love it so far 😊
That’s awesome, it’s such a great device!
Currently using a Wi-Fi only 64GB IPad 9th Generation, but after watching a few different videos about the IPad Mini 6 including you I’m planning on purchasing the Ipad Mini 6 256GB Wi-Fi+Cellular model within the next couple of weeks. I believe for my use case it would work a lot better so thank you for your content on the IPad Mini.
For sure, thanks for watching! What kind of work do you do where the cellular assists your workflow? I’ve always went WiFi only because I don’t have any real reason to do anything other than using my phone as a hotspot if I need my MacBook or iPad while out
@@JonAdamsTechThank you for your response 🙏🏾. I mainly use my iPad for school and for the BLW Campus Ministry I'm involved in. I prefer it for note-taking and projects on Canva. The WiFi-only model can be limiting since I'm not always in a WiFi area. Also, many of my groups use iOS, and my current phone is a OnePlus device. So, the iPad Mini would be portable enough for work and communication without replacing my phone.
@@SonOfPCO that’s awesome! I’m a worship pastor so I use my iPad mini and my iPad Pro all the time for that work.
@@JonAdamsTech Thank you so much 🙌🏾. And that's amazing as well I didn't know you were also a worship Pastor. But I'm glad that the iPad Mini/Pro are also able to assist you as well. That also gives me some clarity on my purchase now too 🤝🏾.
Great video, thank you! I would love to see a comparison with a kindle and hear more about reading on iPad mini!
Thanks for checking out the video! I’ll be sure to put that out soon so get subscribed!
I got my iPad mini 6 three weeks ago and I’m having such fun with it. It’s my first iPad too.
That’s an awesome one to get as your first iPad! What made you go with the mini and not the regular size?
@@JonAdamsTech I intend to use it a lot for work and to read. I wanted something I could fit into a small handbag. My hands are small too. Anything larger and I’d get tired, I am sure of it.
@@Ohammiri That's awesome, glad it's working for you!!
I've always liked the idea of the iPad mini. Not sure it would work for me though. I mainly use my iPad 9th gen for preaching on Sunday and for watching Colorado Avalanche games with my wife during the week. 🤣 Neither of those would work as well on the mini. Mainly because of my aging eyes. Great video! And I love the keyboard!
Yo Chris! I may have asked you before but what app do you preach with? I’ve been using logos for years and love it. Sometimes if I’m really stuck on a text I’ll word for word manuscript and use a teleprompter app. Thanks for watching dude!
@@JonAdamsTech I preach from a PDF document using GoodReader. I use Logos for study, but have never gone away from GoodReader for preaching. My notes are typed in Pages, reformatted to a larger text onto another document with smaller margins (again, for my aging eyes), then saved as a PDF to a folder that auto syncs with GoodReader. Been a good system for me!
That's awesome! I'll have to give that a shot
I’m 48 and I preach out of my iPad mini 6 …. I love everything about it… I actually bought the iPad nine for preaching, but after a couple of days, I returned it because I just like the portability of the iPad mini… I got a Apple Pencil for Christmas and I take my iPad mini with me everywhere
Phone & tablet size has disproportionately risen lately when they were always originally intended to be small, the iPhone mini 13 & the iPad mini 6 are the perfect combination of fully functioning lightweight powerful products in a compact portable format, expensive yes but totally unique & niche. I always buy the cellular version of ipads, yes it increases the initial purchase price but the convenience of cellular especially when travelling is worth it, so easy to pop in a prepaid data sim or activating the esim for connectivity is a bonus I don’t understand why some people limit themselves to just wifi, oh & the iPad mini 6 is the full size ipad as it was original intended.
I know, it is so sad that they’ve gotten rid of the iPhone mini, it was for sure the best size to fit in the hand and type one handed. Thanks for your thoughts David.
I have the 12.9 M1 but it’s my iPad Mini 6 that goes with me whenever I get in the car, everything mentioned about it in this video is true. It’s the perfect size for most things I want to do
Glad to hear you like it, I had the 12.9 inch ipad and man it was just too big.
What memory size do you have?
I have the 256 i believe @@timtot1990
@@timtot1990 I got the base amount of storage for the iPad Mini 6 I believe that’s 64 gigabytes, I don’t store much on it just a few Apps
That little clip from Wizards First Rule reminded me how much I enjoyed the Sword of Truth series. Terry Goodkind may have been an objectivist tool (may he rest in peace) but his books were always a guilty pleasure of mine.
also the mini 6 is great
You’re the first person to notice, those books were so good man!
It's a fantastic device. Have a 12.9 Pro also, which I adore, but the mini is with me at all times and has always been a great go-to device. When the 7 comes out, the only thing I long for is a 120hz display. The rest is legit, still (except the camera).
Yeah man pro motion would be so awesome on the mini!
Thanks Jon, Would love to see more rounded edges on the next version, just like in the latest iPhones. The sharp edged on the iPad mini 6 really dig into my fingers. For reading books though, I prefer my Kindle.
For sure, I definitely think it’s in desperate need of a design change. Thanks for checking out the video!
great video and production quality!
Thanks!
Great vid! I too love taking hand written notes. What note app do you recommend? Apple Notes just is not working for me :(
My favorite is notability. Make sure to sub though because I’m about to release a best note taking app video!
I recommend Day One for note taking. You can have multiple notebooks, etc. Very versatile
Came here to learn about the iPad mini and stayed for the good looking beard! Hey man! Do you use any beard products?
Haha that may actually be the best comment I’ve ever received on this channel! I have used some products in the past but I don’t on a regular basis probably should though! Thanks for stopping by.
I’m watching this on an iPad mini 6 and it’s really good
Nice! Gotta love it!
I traded in my 12.9 in iPad Pro for an iPad mini and love it. If I need to do bigger stuff then I’ll use my MacBook Pro. The mini does everything else I need. Great video!
What keyboard is that at 0:24?
That’s great that you’ve found what works for you! It’s the NuPhy air 75. I copy and pasted this link and description from a review video I did on it!
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I use ut today sometimes at 64 gbs for web apps like social or for making quick art / ai generations for printing out for home
That’s dope! Do you post those anywhere? Would love to check it out.
I just brought one. This is my first apple tablet. I have the Galaxy tab S8 Ultra that never leaves my desk because it’s the size of half of a laptop. This is the right size, build quality is nice, OS is smooth and simple despite it not running past 60hz (my OnePlus Open and S23 Ultra are at 120hz), but I do not care. This iPad is awesome. If they come out with a new one I will trade it in if the price is right. But if it is not, I will enjoy this one as if the new one never existed. I will be using it for reading, studying, taking notes, RUclips and browsing the web. I’m impressed!!
That’s what it’s great for! I read on it almost every day and it’s awesome! Glad you’re liking it
Just got an ipad mini 6 and it’s amazing compared to my ipad air 5 that I own its almost identical in power and the size is perfect
That’s awesome! Yeah it’s plenty powerful enough for all the things I want to do on an iPad. Thanks for watching the video!
@@JonAdamsTech yeah it is amazing device for its size
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Im lookn up & 6 is so recommended🌼
Yeah the 6 is awesome
does it connect to smart watches?
I have no clue, never thought to try this
Also the ipad mini 6 with a case and pencil is about as heavy as the ipad air with no case and no pencil attached. So weight wise the mini is just so easy to carry for hours.
Totally agree!
Have iPad Air 5 but I feel it’s not as portable. An iPhone 15 pro max is not big enough. This hits the sweet spot.
Yeah it’s awesome!
thxxxx for this!
For sure!
I am now using iPad 12.9 2017 version, so I hope I can downsize to 11 inch iPad, because I mostly draw mind map on the iPad, so screen size is crucial.
That been said, I like the concept of iPad mini, and really hope some large iPhone can support Apple Pencil.
Plus, would love the next iPad support headphone jack as I love my wired Sennheiser HD25.
I use the 11 iPad all the time and downsized from the 12.9 and it’s so much more practical of an iPad. Thanks for checking out the video!
The jacks never coming back .
bought the ipad mini 6 256gb for 540$sgd 2 days ago. i really like the mini's for being stealthy and portability. ipad air 6 is my 2nd choice but i don't really need a big ipad now.
Yeah the mini rules!
I love and use my iPad mini for all the same things you do. I'm really hoping they DO update the mini this year and if they do will absolutely be buying one. I don't really need a pro but am considering upgrading my iPad Air to a pro.
I have both and I still pick up the mini most of the time haha hope they update it!
Price is everything.
Here in Canada iPads are expensive, non more so than the mini 6.
I just bought one, new, for probably its lowest price and it wasn’t cheap.
It’s an upgrade from the iPad 6 I’ve been using.
My thinking is that stock is dwindling and no one is going to resupply before the new releases so if you wait you may have to get the mini 7 and it may be more than you need at a much higher price.
As always just be brutally honest about your needs and you might find the mini 6 fits the bill after all.
Yep, I totally agree! That sucks that iPads are so much more expensive in Canada tho
Is the iPad mini worth anything for a trade in?
Nah I’d just sell it on marketplace or something like that. Apple gives terrible money for trade ins
I’m an iPad snob. I need the mini for the cockpit. I need a 12.9 pro for content consumption.
Are you a pilot? I’ve heard a ton of folks in aviation use iPad minis
@@JonAdamsTech Yeah! The iPad has been a complete game changer. Instead of carrying around a huge bag full of publications/ procedures we can just use the iPad. Not to mention the huge situational awareness boost you get from having ownship enabled, which places an airplane on the map based off of our gps location.
@@williamhammond3998 dang that’s so awesome. Glad it’s helpful for you and your job!
I still have my iPad Air 2020 version. Still runs like the day I bought it. No difference in battery life. I gave it to my wife I want something smaller. Really looking into this mini6
It’s my favorite iPad by far
when ipad mini 7 release?
Hopefully at wwdc in a few days but possibly never unfortunately
@@JonAdamsTech should i wait ipad mini 7 or buy the sixth this year?
My iPad Mini 6 is great, still solid after 2 years, I would upgrade to Mini 7 only if it comes with Pro-Motion, if not then I will keep it
Man promotion on that thing will be so great, if they don’t add it I’ll be ticked
Thanks. Is your iPad the WIFI or Cellular?
I go WiFi only
@@JonAdamsTech Thanks. Went 256gb WiFi open box Best Buy for $450.
Nice!
i like the keyboard where is it from
I have a link in this video, it’s an awesome keyboard ruclips.net/video/tdJdVBmVGCM/видео.htmlsi=9zVvmrfJJUhTOJUE
When will Apple launch mini 7
Who knows, some are saying they could launch it at wwdc in June and others are saying they’re just killing off all things mini. I wonder if they’re killing it off to put out a line of mini foldable devices that open up to something like the size of the iPad mini
Hey pastor John, i am still contemplating between getting an iPad mini 6 or the MacBook Air M1. I can get either one in the used market. However, in terms of the pricing for either the iPad mini 6 or the Macbook Air M1 its more or less the same for brand new or used here in Malaysia. Which would you pick first for your daily usage? Thanks
Definitely the MacBook Air, it’s so much better as a daily work device! Thanks for checking out the video!
@@JonAdamsTech Thank you pastor. I can only find the standard model at 8gigs of RAM and 255gb of storage so is the specs good enough to do basic video/audio editing?
Amazing channel, video quality is A1!
I appreciate it!
Hi, thanks for the video. Thinking about buying an iPad mini as my first apple device, as being not a fan of apple and iPhones, liked this one for it's size and build quality. Would you suggest to pay extra for 256 gb device or 64 gb is enough? Basically for reading, watching RUclips or other movies and stuff.
If that is all you’re doing on the iPad then 64gb is totally enough!
@@JonAdamsTech Thanks a lot 🥰
@@Marimachavariani yep, happy to help!
I bought the iPad mini 6 with 256gb and cellular but sold it and I’ve regretted the sale. I finally got the go ahead to by a refurbished iPad mini 6 but with 64 gb on Amazon for $300. But when the iPad mini 7 is released I might sell my M1 iPad Pro 11 so I can afford the mini 7 as long as the mini 7 has more storage options. If it comes with an M1 so I can use it with an external monitor with dual screen vs just mirror I’m all in for just the iPad mini and my iPad Pro is history.
Yeah I really wonder how the m1 would do in that small of a device, if they under clocked it some I bet it would work. It’s looking like we will find out in March!
Picked up the mini 5 at $200, even at used prices around 350 at Ebay is too much. Apple products hold their value very well.
Heck ya, and if you want to you could sell that for $50 more than you purchased it and make some money when the new one comes out.
Watching and replying to this on my iPad Mini 6 😊
Nice! I bet it feels great haha
I just ordered one on Walmart Canada website for $475 CAD. $200 off apple official site! 😮
@@ht1261 dang that’s awesome!
I’m hoping we get a new Mini this year, preferably before my XS loses access to the latest iOS. Currently using a 5th Generation and, as you said, I don’t want/need anything bigger. An updated iPad Mini might mean I’ll buy a smaller, older iPhone rather than a newer Titanium Pro.
If only they didn’t discontinue the iPhone mini. It was the best phone they ever made!
@@JonAdamsTech I’m currently looking at 13 Minis. The only brand new one I’ve seen is a pink one on Apple’s Amazon store, but that’s a “No” from me. With my iPhone, just like my car and Apple Watch, the colour’s very important.
You do you! @@pug_63
@@JonAdamsTech My XS’ battery hastened my upgrade, so I’m now the proud owner of a Product Red 13 Mini with 100% battery and a 2 year warranty. Loving the MagSafe, and the all day battery!
Dang that's dope! @@pug_63
I recently purchased a used iPad mini 6. Can you tell me how many more updates it will receive?
I think they said till 2025 but that's just off the top of my head, you can google it
3:23 Writing on the iPad feels like writing on paper? Bro, seriously? It feels nothing like writing on paper. Now if you have a screen protector similar to a paper-like, then maybe, but not w/o.
Alright Clint the relatively ok, it’s different but my point was the size feels like writing on something close to the size of a piece of paper and that it’s roughly the same, sheeeeesh. Also I didn’t go back and check what I said so if I’m wrong then chock that up to me being a dummy.
If i buy ipad mini 6 now, how much longer will it be supported?
Probably till 2026
Just got a fully loaded one on eBay for $440. 😎 love it!
Dang that’s an awesome price! Well done!
I was going to upgrade my iPad mini 5 to the mini 6, but didn’t cause of the jelly scroll issue. But Apple never updated it. In all other regards, i think the mini 6 is a fantastic update. However, I’ve waited so long now, I might as wait until the mini 7 does come out later this year. I do have an iPad Pro which is my main content creation tool… but I travel a lot, and love my ipad mini for when I want to travel light. I think ipads hold their usefulness for a very long time, but if someone asked me, I’d tell them to wait if they could to buy the mini 7 in September. It’s only 4 months away.
Hey thanks for your thoughts! I’m not sure if they’ll update the mini, I really wonder if Apple is killing off all things mini to replace them with foldable devices
@@JonAdamsTech Yeah I’ve heard this rumor as well. And it does make sense. But I don’t think the foldable technology is quite there yet…at least for Apple’s high standards. I think the mini iPad will get updated this year. Many leaks point to that. At least I hope it gets updated! 🤞 Guess we’ll find out in a few months.
@@Regantdarcy lets hope!
Does your highlights and notes on kindle done on your phone back up and when you use the mini they are on it?
Yep it’s all synced!
@@JonAdamsTech i read alot on my kindle app on my I phone 13 and have been looking at the mini to be my main reader and I’m hesitant because i have a lot of work done on my kindle app on my phone. Especially pdfs I’ve uploaded to my kindle app. For someone who is looking mainly for a reader and not a gamer you could say go with the mini 6? Thanks for reply!
I know this is a little bit older of a post. Can anybody answer for me is it worth getting the new iPad mini 7 that just came out even if I have a iPhone 15 Pro Max? Is the size difference justifiable. I’ve never owned an iPad before, but I want one mainly for media consumption.
I have a video coming out in the next few days about that, I’ll make sure to answer that question but I think it is. I love the mini, it’s the perfect size for me
@@JonAdamsTech look forward to watching it!
It's mid 2024. I bought mine and I love it.
But it really does need an update.
100% agree, hopefully soon but who knows 🤷🏼♂️
Got an iPad Pro 11 inch 12Z chip (2nd gen ). It’s a great device but after changing jobs, with an iPad Pro 4th gen included, I’ve found I’m using my own just for media consumption and reading. If the new mini comes with a pro chip and maybe 120hz screen I will changeover in double quick time.
Yeah I really hope they do come out with one, I’d be willing to pay more just to get those features. What kind of work do you do where they give you an iPad?
This video was really helpful. I actually use android but do own a 12.9 3rd gen pro but I never use it because it's too big to carry around. Been thinking about getting the mini for a bit but wasn't sure since in 2024 it is starting to age and rumors of a new one this year. But also isn't confirmed so....I think I'm gonna get one. Type c is a big plus for me as well. Only one cable.
You should totally do it, it’s worth it!
@@JonAdamsTech now I just saw a video about a new mini coming out in March possibly....if nothing then I will lol. But got a new subscriber today! Thank you my friend!
I’ve been trying to hold out for the mini 7. The only thing that is keeping me from getting the mini 6 is my fear of it having “jelly scrolling”. Have you noticed any issues with it?
None at all but if you’re cool waiting I think that’s a good choice but if you need something now then I think you’re fine with the 6. I haven’t notice the scrolling look jelly like at all.
I rock with a Mini 4 for Apple Books and offline games. Won't trade it for nothing.
Nice! I love reading on the mini!
think is this. i pretty much do everything on my 15 pro max . shall i downgrade my max to regular pro and get ipad mini? goal is to replace all my physical journal and not carry as many hardcover books.
That’s not a bad idea, I love having all my books on my iPad mini.
"look like a tool bag" - love it! 😂
Haha it’s true
@@JonAdamsTech ha ha! 😂
Didnt think an iPad mini 7 was on the cards at all. Interesting. The 6 still looks like a great buy tho.
Yeah man it's still a great ipad!
I prefer the 10.5. It’s not much bigger and cheaper. It fits in my backpack.
Nice! What year do you have?
I saw your video. I have all Apple products: Mac, Mac Book Pro, IPad and iPad mini. I lost my mini 6 and was debating on buying the same or holding out for the 7. Will the upgrade be significantly different or should I just re-purchase the the mini 6 for $379 on Amazon??
Well we will find out today, if they don't announce a new ipad mini today I would just repurchase the mini 6 personally
Ipad mini 6 its also good for people that have an Android phone and like apples ios. The portability its great.
Yeah that’s a great point! Thanks for checking out the video!
I still very conflicted on whether or not buying the 256gb option is worth the extra money
I want the portability of the ipad mini 6 but the base model only having 64gb and the only other option being 256gb creates a huge price gap
I want to keep my ipad future proof, I do only intend to use it for school and some side hustles like video editing but I don’t trust myself to not use it for gaming. What should I do?
I always say buy once cry once and get what you think you’ll need. If you go with the lower spec then in a few months you may end up needing that space so you’ll have to sell then spend more money on the iPad you need.
@@JonAdamsTech Thats exactly what happened to me
I bought an ipad 9 with 256gb storage
I thought that it would be enough for me since I had plenty of storage then soon enough, I realized I invested on the wrong spec
I thought having enough storage was enough for me and as it turns out, the storage is not the only thing I needed
I needed more ram, better performance, better apple pencil compatibility and most importantly, PORTABILITY.
The Ipad 9th gen is fine but it wasn’t for me and now I ended up listing it up for sale.
The Ipad mini 6 checks all the boxes that Im looking for in an Ipad but the price jump of the storage options really makes me hesitant in going that route
Thanks to what you said I think I’ll opt for the higher storage option.
Having better chipset and all that will be nothing if I don’t have the storage space for the apps that will make use of the processing power of the device
Mine is arriving Friday, then in autumn, I'll buy the new mini ipad 7/ Pro, and give the 6 to my husband, sorted, right size for me! ❤😊
Hahah that’s a great plan!
I was so hoping that Apple would have announced a new iPad mini but alas no sign of it. I thought I will get the newer model. I have a 2020 iPad Pro 11 inch and I love it but I have realised it is huge for my liking so I would rather go for an iPad mini. Currently using an iPhone 12 mini and sad that Apple doesn’t give importance to mini series.
I know, I want all the mini!
Even that old 12 inch MacBook was awesome
@@JonAdamsTech I never got the chance to use that. I am still using a 2014 Macbook Pro 13 inch and honestly it serves my needs and works well for me. I was thinking about upgrading to the regular 15 because of all the online hype and I thought perhaps I will get a better battery with all the new bells and whistles but since I am from Pakistan and here the iPhone is far more expensive than the prices you get in US so I decided to stick with my 12 mini as the update considering the price was not really worth it for me. I am thinking about getting a new battery installed.
The mini 6 having the same chipsets as the iPhone 13 & 14 base models will be supported for a long time.
I think the A10 iPads will lose support for ipad os 18. Then in 2025 will see the A12 chip iPad’s lose support.
Depending on if apple continues to use iPhone chips in iPads or use M1 chipsets in all of them. I would not expect the mini to lose support until 2028.
The Mini 5 has an A12 Chip 2019 but ipad 8 2020 A12. The mini 4 had 7 years of updates on an A8 chipset.
The Minis are always ahead and cost more for a reason.
I don’t think its a bad purchase personally since I have a 14Pro an its an A16 chipset. So I think getting 3 years of heavy use out of each device will be worth it!
I just went from the Mini 5 which I use for education along with my mac, but the mini 5 & Ipad 8 are slow & laggy now. So it was time. I love it and it was on sale!
My only complaint is start light needs to fing go all my gold devices look like silver that was left in a smokers room.
I still have the mini five and yeah it’s just so slow at this point. Do you think they’ll end up going all M1 chips in lower tear iPads and keep moving up in the pro models?
@@JonAdamsTechIm not sure as there is a rumored Macbook SE with M1 chip.
I would assume to keep costs down they always use older chipsets in the ipad. The 10th gen ipad came out with an A14 chipset.
I see the A14 is 1/2 the performance of the M1, but the A15 is very comparable to the M1 chipset.
The difference being a couple things for single core and multi core but very close in power.
So I don’t feel it matters to much once a device has an a15 chip or M1 chip if the ram is to low it doesn’t matter.
I never will understand owning an ipad pro as the M1 chip is running ipad os not mac os.
I think if we saw Iphone switch to M chips then maybe. But apple wont do that as they like to differentiate product lines.
I THINK YOU GOT THE TITLE WRONG LOL
I DON’T THINK I DID LOL
I bought this and haven't updated my iphone since my 13 promax, I am pissed off, due to Apple shoving the esim up our asses, this is the last ipad with a sim slot as the iphone 13. If your like me and have multiple phones the esim is BS for switching
maybe some day when you can transfer your esim online without having to call customer service, going from an Apple device to Android is impossible without calling customer service
Yeah man that really is a bummer. You’d figure that it couldn’t be too hard to figure out an easy system for that
This thing ruins mobile games for me. With its perfect screen size and ideal finger placement, i can never play games on my phone anymore. Still feel snappy with that 60hz
haha yep, for me it's clash of clans and it's perfect for that game!
Love my iPad mini but still can't believe they are still selling the 64gb 😂 but then again it forces consumers to buy the 256gb 😂 more money to be made
For sure, Apple is always trying to get people to buy the middle skew on their products.
Another Banger Video ! If we could get an M family chip on this thing, I think we'd have a very dangerous iPad mini.
Dude I know that would be so awesome!! If they just keep going with the display support and keep upping the chip it’s going to be a killer iPad. Thanks for watching Sean!
Kindle > iPad mini 6 for reading all day! ; )
Just finished reading on mine :)
I’m upgrading from the iPad mini 4. The 7 is $200 more than the 6 where I am. IMO, the 6 is worth it if you’re upgrading like me.
Yeah the six is awesome!
What keyboard is that?
It’s the nuphy air 60v2. I have a review coming out on it soon so make sure to sub!
Just do a mega phone the size of the mini. 1 device less
I’ve done the pro max phones in the past and I hate having those in my pocket, just too dang big
I waited for the iPad mini 7 to buy the iPad mini 6 for a lower price. Since I don’t need the Apple Intelligence stuff anyway.
Yeah that’s a solid way to go
Yeah..wasted 1000 dollar on ipad pro end up 90% using mini 6 😂😂😂..what a dumb decision i made…😅
Haha you live you learn. Now when the 7 mini comes out just sell both and get that one!
It goes perfectly with my iPhone 15, i got the purple one and love it 😊 mainly use it for Kindle its perfect for books
Yep, it's so good for reading!
Do u use the ipad mini 6 to check ur beard?
Naaaaah it checks itself
Its a bad idea to recommend to buy a tech product when a new one is literally will be announced next month. There are no leaks in the news right now that point to September. It all points to March. Whether its true or not in the end, its worth to wait it out. No one is so desperate to need it now when one can wait a few weeks to see what the new one is offering.
For the reasons I laid out in the video I don’t think it’s a bad idea.
@@JonAdamsTech Its a bad idea when buying tech gadgets for future proofing. The new chip and whatever other new tech updates for the newer models, will make the current iPad Mini 6 seem archaic. Best to wait for end of this month.
After the update, my ipad mini 6 becomes slower. I think this is another tactics of Apple to force consumer to buy a new one….but never, my next tablet is now samsung.
They 100% do forced obsolescence, it sucks.
Too expensive . Too small. Dealbreaker. Go for the iPad 9. It lasts longer, too.
I’m sure a ton of people feel the same, for those folks the 9 is a great choice!