Have an iPad mini 7 for a week now, had an iPad Pro 11 inch from 2018 before. I really love the mini! The pro feels so much bigger and heavier! I take the mini with me everywhere!
I have an Ipad pro 11 inch 2021 and I am thinking about to change to the mini 7. I do not feel comfortable the pro, but I'm afraid I'll regret it. I am not a pro user, most of the time I read a book on it. What do you think?
@@danielkovacs9710Hey! I also had the exact same tablet as you and got the mini! I’d say, at first you question if it was a good idea but I love this thing so far and have had it for a few days now. I will say the battery life might be the only thing you notice if anything but for the bare minimum that I do, it’s perfect and I don’t regret it at all! Everyone around me lowkey wants one now cause of me haha. Go with your gut!
I replaced my 2018 11" pro with an 2021 M1 but all the time with it I have kept thinking this is to big , my long ago mini with a keyboard disappeared in meetings and I could type while participating in the meeting, just doesn't feel the same with an 11'" it feels I behind it.
Upgraded my iPad Mini 6 to the A17 Pro; needed more storage. Got a new dbrand skin again on your recommendation from the 6 and I love it. Not as nice looking, IMO, as the banana but then I got it for the stability it gives me so I don't drop the device. I traded my 6 in and I have to tell you, removing the dbrand skin was a test in fortitude. This 78-year-old used every ounce of her strength to remove it. Another nice review, Patrick, thank you.
I upgraded from the 2019 5th Gen. This is the form factor that works for me, and it really complements my Product Red iPhone 13 Mini. Thanks for the content.
I actually traded in my iPad Mini 6 for credit towards my M4 iPad Pro. Honestly, I miss the little buddy, though I need the added screen real estate and use the tablet as a second portable monitor. One thing is certain: the Mini's form factor is its greatest feature.
I had the same experience, I traded my mini 6 for an 11" Air. I miss being able to grab it and go around the house, or just toss it on the couch or whatever.
Same here I just got my iPad mini 6 last year and I don’t think I need the 7 , I will upgrade when my mini 6 no longer takes updates and is no longer usable lol 😂.
@@PatrickRambles great and practical review as always. Since my iPad mini 6 still has a good battery and the 60hz is still in play, I’ll be holding on to the 6 for now and hoping for a more significant update before my mini 6 is retired.
I traded in my mini 6 yesterday for an Air 11. I bought the mini to be used as a portable content creation machine, but I soon found out that the good Insta and YT Shorts editors are only supported on phones. If I'm going to need to swap devices for editing, I wanted something with more screen real estate. It's nice to be able to edit on the road and not worrying about breaking/losing my $3500 MacBook, though it's not like iPads are cheap. I will miss the thing though, the form factor was great, but I was only use it for YT in bed, I didn't wind up using it for gaming or anything else I thought I would.
Upgraded from 6 to 7 for 8GB RAM/128GB/fresh battery after 3 years on 6/ new warranty & $230 trade in credit. Would’ve loved Pencil 2 wireless support but got Pencil Pro free on Chase Sapphire points with 50% bonus on Apple Store. ~US$22 for 12 months on Apple Card like 4 cups of coffee so good deal. Agree not much performance difference but future proofed
I agree about storage. My 64GB model limits app usage and requires app offloading for updates. I primarily use it for notes in meetings and watching your great videos. Okay, just media consumption all around. I appreciate your updates and consider them when deciding on device updates. I value the latest features while saving money, as this year’s major device updates were limited.
Form factor and power is fine. The main issue with Mini (or any non “pro”) apple device is the lack of a smooth scrolling experience. Screen is fine, but any browsing is getting jerky since it only supports 60 Hz. I tried the new iPhone (non pro) and got headaches after browsing. For some professional or anyone who needs to check a static image or PDF, it’s fine though.
I just purchased a 13 inch Air to replace my M1 MacBook Air and 10’th Gen iPad. Didn’t need a Mac anymore as the iPad Air with Magic Keyboard does all I need. Really happy with the iPad Air. Great screen, don’t notice the lack of promotion so much. Great videos Patrick.
Thanks for the review Patrick. I use my Mini 6 daily and it does seem to need charging more often. However, I opted to use my computer budget for the base M4 Mac mini (which arrives today). We'll see how long that lasts 😄
You are my go to for all things iPad mini. The screen is all I needed as well. Not only would I have upgraded but would have also bout the new pencil. I barely use the second gen and apple would have had my money.
Went from a 12.9” iPad Pro to the new A17 mini After a week my verdict is: the mini is the best iPad currently available. Specs are irrelevant, as no other model is as ergonomic and usable
Ive had mostly the larger ipads over my life the last mini i brought was then first gen. I sold that a few months after getting it as it was just too slow, i treated myself to the ipad mini 7 and to be honest i love it, i use it ,more then the larger screen ipads especially on a day to day case for notes reminders and tasks. Never had the pro but i do have the s9 plus for anything that needs more power. With the larger ipads handed down to family. I have the perfect balance now ipad mini iphone 15 and the ultra watch with the andriod s9 plus for anything else best of all worlds.
Love it, had the 6 , now got the 7… couldn’t resist. It comes absolutely everywhere with me. I’m female and all my handbags are bought making sure the mini fits into them, then im never caught short for an urgent work email or to send over a file or something.
It helps to see this device in person and hold it in your hands. I had read various reviews arguing that the iPad Air was “just” $100 more in the base configuration so why would you get a mini? But when I held the air in my hands it was … no, not buying this no matter how fast it is. All of the comments about “jelly scroll”, you’re probably using the device too much of you’re noticing it and it bothers you. Don’t use it so much! Do other things or get a real computer. Also, understand why reviewers would compare the mini 7 to its predecessor, the mini 6. It makes for a better review. But if you never owned a mini 6 it doesn’t matter to you and if you have a mini 6 why would you want a mini 7. Wait a few years, like the mini 9 if it ever comes out. That’s what I do with my iPhones. I went from 3, 5, 7s, Xr, then 15. You don’t always need the latest technology. I’ve had 3 iPads over the last 14 years and ended up giving them all away because I was a computer guy and didn’t really use them that much. As readers the iPad was too heavy and the screen reflected too much. As Netflix machines I ended up just watching tv instead. But this mini 7 is different. From the get go I’ve been using it daily and it just feels right. Been doing more reading than I have a while and I love watching live soccer games on it while I may be doing other things like cleaning or cooking. It’s really a beautiful device … and for the first time on my life I am watching … gag, UA-cam videos. Learned more about my power tools than I ever wanted to know and I’m loving it. By the way thanks for the video. You didn’t scream, play any strange music or have an enormous attitude. Like your style.
I was waiting for that upgrade for a very long time. I’m still using my IPad Mini 4 mostly for reading books, watch Netflix /HBO Max or just browsing on the go. It’s so compact and comfortable in my jacket pocket or in the handbag. iPad Mini 7 power will improve my consumer experience while traveling. Definitely I was a good boy and hopefully Santa would surprise me with new iPad Mini 7 😂🎁🎅🎄
Patrick! Such a great video and review! I recently just got my iPad Mini 7 and I guess I downgraded from the iPad Pro 2021 to this because I barely used my iPad due to the simple fact that it felt like I was carrying my laptop around. Everyone around me judged me for that but I love this thing and all I ever do is watch videos, play games, and write notes and it’s the cutest thing ever. Thank you for the review! I’m even more confident in my purchase now.
It's the third Gen, technically. There's even a fourth option, a cheaper one that came out last year.
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Oh, I get it. So basically the lack of "backwards compatibility" is what OP was missing. Get it. I'm considering iPad Mini with the new Pencil Pro so I guess I'm still covered. Thanks for clarification and great review.
I’m extremely sensitive to the jelly scrolling on the mini 6 and I hardly notice it on the 7, so for me that’s a huge win! But I notice the 60hz more than the jelly scroll effect. Also if you like the feeling of the paper like screen protector, I suggest looking into Ghost Armor’s matte finish skin for the back of your iPad, it’s my go to for all my iPhones and iPads. It feels amazing and adds a much needed “grippyness” to the iPad, as well as resists finger prints
I am guessing you are talking about that model of iPad Mini came out in 2021. My son had an iPad Mini in 2019(or 2018 to 2019) before they changed the look to the current. He went off to basic training in April 2020 and hasn’t used one since. I plan to get him the new model for Christmas this year since he wants to be a pilot and he reads a lot of books.
I am in travel now & watching this video in my older ipad mini ( 2 generations old ) 😊. I don't feel need to update as i use this only for content consumption. The battery life & functioning is still great 👍
Great review! I updated from 6 to 7 for the AI features. Also, I agree with you loving the dbrand Bulletproof Banana skin. Best ever! It's a shame how far they've fallen in the last few years, but what are you gonna do? Keep up the great work!
@@PatrickRambles As a long time dbrand customer, I'm willing to bet that you can heat up that skin, remove it, and re-apply to the mini7... Just sayin'!
Best realistic videos as usual Patrick ❤ Always wanted but never owned a Mini , I do love the size/look . Kinda wish it came with Face ID but saying that, It’s a win-win with my apple gift cards…
Thanks for an excellent review once again, Patrick. I do think that the decision to upgrade from a mini 6 to mini 7 might well be influenced by how much one can get by trading in their old mini. I decided to keep my mini 6 because, like you, I still really love it. But some folks are getting $350 in trade for a 256 GB Mini 6 from Best Buy, making the cash out of pocket only $250 on a 256 GB mini 7, which IMHO is pretty compelling. I traded in my 256 GB mini 5 and got $215 from Best Buy, reducing the cost of the mini 7 to under $400. Did I need to upgrade, probably not. But that trade-in value likely won't stay anywhere near that high for long.
I only got $290 CAD for my 256 Gb mini 6 from BestBuy with the box, paper sleeve thing, and unused charger/cord - it was pretty much mint. If I didn't live so far out of town I would have tried to sell it privately, I'm pretty sure I would have been able to get at least $400 from it - so my advice is check around, BestBuy needs to make money too so they aren't necessarily giving you the best trade in value.
@@PatrickRambles True enough, but my brother does have the Pro, the air and he has an old Mini 4 he uses as a sat nav. So he has choices. The mini is the best choice for me.😀
Depends on what you want out of an ipad. If you can part with the 120 hz screen and power of the m2, the form factor of the mini might be more pleasant for casual use.
I’m thinking of upgrading from a mini 5, which I love, since it is definitely showing its age. Lower battery life, slower speeds (by a lot actually), and my charging port is pretty inconsistent.
I love your honest reviews. But, my only wish is rotation cannot be set - when reclining or lying down (and working with patients/clients with limited/unstable movements) the rotation auto goes from portrait to landscape constantly and is frustrating. The original iPad I remember I could set the rotation to not have it rotate. Tim needs to talk to ME! and put this back in the iPad. Also, I should be able to turn on or off the auto shaping when pausing my pencil when taking notes - my irregular line should remain so and not go to a straighten line when I don't want it to (I'm note taking a resting my pen! - I don't need an auto shape change!)..
Can anyone help me to decide. I had ipad air 5 before and it was gone, now i want to buy new ipad mini, it is worth to buy new mini 7 or it's okay to stick with the old mini 6 for just doing media streaming, playing cod, reading, and use it always outside. Take note i want to explore apple intelligence this is a hard decision pls help me.
Bought a pencil for the iPad mini 6, and never really used it. So I will probably wait to buy the pro pencil for the mini 7. Love the upgrades on the mini 7, and have used it for many things everyday.
Thanks for the video, I have question for you? Do you really recommend paper like for the iPad? I heard some stories that can damage the screen, so I am kind of skeptical about it. iPad mini looks nice, but I already have a 9th generation Air, and iPad Pro M4. I am good….
The very first video on my channel is on how to apply a paperlike (please, never watch that 😂). I've been using it ever since and I can honestly tell you it's a must have for me. Why would it damage the screen?
I bought an iPad Pro 11 for $299 on Amazon. It’s a little outdated but does get iPad OS 18.1 and works great. I just can’t see paying $500 for a smaller table with no Pro features. 😎
I’ve been waiting for the update for a year while playing the app swap game with my 64gb Mini 6. Unfortunately the A17 Pro chip is a deal breaker. While I was hoping for an M chip, even just the M1 or M2, but the A18 Pro would have been more than enough. I want to play Assassins Creed and Death Stranding; both games just aren’t a good experience with the A17 with their framerate issues.
Hi Patrick. At 12:10, you mentioned mirroring the ipad mini screen onto an external display. Is that possible on both the mini 6 and the mini 7, or only on the 7? I have an iPad mini 6 and I've been using it more with typing and am considering buying an Asus ZenScreen or an espresso touch display. Thoughts?
I know calling it the mini 7 is easier than saying the mini a17 Pro, but we should start looking at it for what it is. I look at it more as the mini 6.5, it’s really just the 6 with some added tweaks. I mean it’s not a far fetched concept to say that, Apple has done similar things like skipping iPhone 9 and going straight to the X (10)..I really don’t think this is the 7th generation mini, the 7th generation mini whenever it arrives I believe will have everything it should have like 90 or 120 hertz, Oled, no jelly scrolling, etc. In the meantime I’m absolutely enjoying my mini a17 pro, probably because it’s my first mini. But I have zero complaints.
@ASM_31 they're both great. If gaming performance and display matters to you, the pro is better. If you want something easy to pick up and play hendheld, the mini is awesome. It's premium quality vs convenience. If I had to choose, I'd choose the mini.
You caught my ear when you mentioned using mini as a stream deck. Of to research this. As a mini 6 owner messing with music, I was hoping to see a M chip. Maybe the 8. Going to hold off even though the 6 is aging rapidly
Is that a Rolex Sub you’re wearing, and an Omega Speedy in another shot? It’s refreshing to see a tech youtuber wear a mechanical watch instead of an Apple Watch these days. As a watch nerd, I approve. But getting back to tech, why is there a $200 price premium to go from the 256gb to 512gb option on the Mini 7? I mean yes 256gb is more than enough for most people, but I can’t understand why on the iPad Mini it’s a 200 dollar upgrade to go to 512gb when on the iPhones it’s just a 100 dollar upgrade for each tier.
Yes sir! ⌚🤝 Great point about the storage. Apples storage economics have always been outrageous and I stopped trying to understand it. Same story with the new Mac Mini (video dropping in a few hours). Amazing base machine but any upgrade after that is 💰💰💰
@ salute fellow watch brother 🫡. And yes, you are right on that point. Apple’s storage pricing has always been outrageous, they charge $200 for what really is a $100 ssd upgrade. I guess Apple’s pricing really is beyond our understanding at this point 😂. Keep up the great vids!
Think the staff at the Apple Store will lose their minds with me trading in my M1 Pro 11 next week. You only live once right? Great follow up Mr Rambles, thank you!
I really like the mini overall, I swapped from an iPad Pro 12.9 M1 2TB to the Mini A17 Pro 512GB because I just wanted a smaller tablet mainly and the larger iPad just wasn't getting much use these days. The last time I had a Mini was when the iPad Mini 3 came out, so it's been a very long time. I love the smaller size and compared to the larger one, and it pretty much weighs nothing in comparison, so it's much more comfortable to hold. I really do miss the better quality screen, dropping from 120hz to 60hz is extremely noticeable to me, literally a night and day difference and I really miss Face ID, I haven't used Touch ID in many years, not since the iPhone X came out so it's really annoying to go back to that again. Why the hell have they not added Face ID to it by now is a mystery. The Apple Pencil compatibility annoyed me as I had to spend £129 just to replace a perfectly working pencil, so that's money down the drain for no reason. Will say though that the new features on Pro one are pretty cool, ended up making the squeeze gesture a shortcut back to the home screen, and it works great. I just wish Apple made a Mini Pro that has all the features of the larger tablet but sticks to using the best iPhone chip at the time if they can't make an M CPU work due to power usage and heat, I bet that thing would sell amazingly well. Overall though I'm extremely happy with the iPad Mini 7, it's lightweight, fast and far more portable, and I'll definitely be using this one more.
Haven't tried PUBG yet, let me get back to you on that. It works with most games, including resident evil and assassin's creed so not just side scrollers. Doesn't work with Genshin Impact, sadly.
PAT !!!! I line in the UK, Essex and us Apple intelligence on my iPhone 15 Pro max and my iPad Pro M4. All you need to do is set your language to English US and regional settings to America and AI will work.
@ hi Pat. I only change the language to English US and my region to United States only and the new AI works perfectly well without changing your App Store region settings.
I have a 2021 ipad 11” pro with the 2nd Gen Pencil, and haven’t upgraded my iPad mini since 2012. Thinking about getting one to complement my Pro. Would you suggest a 6 so I can still use my Pencil, or go for the 7?
I have a MacBook Pro 14 inch and also an iPhone 15 Pro Max. I really wanna get a tablet, but I’m torn between the mini 7 and an iPad Air. Is the mini seven really that much better than a pro Max phone? They seem like they would be almost the same size. For reference I predominantly want to use my iPad for media consumption.
I use an iPhone PM too. The Air or Pro are too close to my 14" MacBook Pro for me, so I end up not using them. The difference between the iPad Mini and the iPhone is bigger than you might think.
Confused. iPad being my first Apple product and owning iPad Air 5 (m1) should I add mini 🤔. I’m really frustrated with 64 gb. But I recently upgraded to air with frustrating 64 storage. For the price of 2024 mini we can get m2 air. Going with old 256 gb is expensive and 64gb not worth. Please suggest.
I understand your confusion. I think they are very different tablets. Personally I use the mini far more and for more varying use cases. That is why it's my favorite. I'd give up my M4 iPad Pro before the mini.
Have an iPad mini 7 for a week now, had an iPad Pro 11 inch from 2018 before. I really love the mini! The pro feels so much bigger and heavier! I take the mini with me everywhere!
That's the thing, isn't it. Is it better? No. Is it more fun? Absolutely. The best tablet is the one you use the most.
I have an Ipad pro 11 inch 2021 and I am thinking about to change to the mini 7. I do not feel comfortable the pro, but I'm afraid I'll regret it. I am not a pro user, most of the time I read a book on it. What do you think?
@@danielkovacs9710Hey! I also had the exact same tablet as you and got the mini! I’d say, at first you question if it was a good idea but I love this thing so far and have had it for a few days now. I will say the battery life might be the only thing you notice if anything but for the bare minimum that I do, it’s perfect and I don’t regret it at all! Everyone around me lowkey wants one now cause of me haha. Go with your gut!
I just switched to the mini from my 2020 pro and it feels a lot more freeing, now I won’t be lugging around that big screen when I go out😭
I replaced my 2018 11" pro with an 2021 M1 but all the time with it I have kept thinking this is to big , my long ago mini with a keyboard disappeared in meetings and I could type while participating in the meeting, just doesn't feel the same with an 11'" it feels I behind it.
Upgraded my iPad Mini 6 to the A17 Pro; needed more storage. Got a new dbrand skin again on your recommendation from the 6 and I love it. Not as nice looking, IMO, as the banana but then I got it for the stability it gives me so I don't drop the device. I traded my 6 in and I have to tell you, removing the dbrand skin was a test in fortitude. This 78-year-old used every ounce of her strength to remove it. Another nice review, Patrick, thank you.
Thanks! Don't feel bad, because this 42 year old need to put in serious elbow grease to remove those Dbrand skins too!
@@PatrickRambles I actually used words that sailors had never heard before. 🤐
@herb601 hahaha. I wish I could have been a fly on the wall.
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@@PatrickRamblesSir what was your side controller name?
Watching the video on my iPad mini, not upgrading anytime soon. This goes everywhere I go, I still love it.
Perfectly fine still!
I upgraded from the 2019 5th Gen. This is the form factor that works for me, and it really complements my Product Red iPhone 13 Mini.
Thanks for the content.
I wish they'd bring back the iPhone mini
I actually traded in my iPad Mini 6 for credit towards my M4 iPad Pro. Honestly, I miss the little buddy, though I need the added screen real estate and use the tablet as a second portable monitor. One thing is certain: the Mini's form factor is its greatest feature.
I hear ya!
I had the same experience, I traded my mini 6 for an 11" Air. I miss being able to grab it and go around the house, or just toss it on the couch or whatever.
@@matt_kelly Exactly right...
My iPad mini 6 is my favourite iPad ever. I don't think I'll need to upgrade any time soon.
Same here I just got my iPad mini 6 last year and I don’t think I need the 7 , I will upgrade when my mini 6 no longer takes updates and is no longer usable lol 😂.
Been waiting on this review!
Hope you like it!
@@PatrickRambles great and practical review as always. Since my iPad mini 6 still has a good battery and the 60hz is still in play, I’ll be holding on to the 6 for now and hoping for a more significant update before my mini 6 is retired.
Perfectly valid. And thanks for the kind words!
Had mine for a week now and it’s happily done everything I’ve thrown at it from video editing downwards
Nice!
I traded in my mini 6 yesterday for an Air 11. I bought the mini to be used as a portable content creation machine, but I soon found out that the good Insta and YT Shorts editors are only supported on phones. If I'm going to need to swap devices for editing, I wanted something with more screen real estate. It's nice to be able to edit on the road and not worrying about breaking/losing my $3500 MacBook, though it's not like iPads are cheap.
I will miss the thing though, the form factor was great, but I was only use it for YT in bed, I didn't wind up using it for gaming or anything else I thought I would.
Thanks, fellow Dutch man. Keep ramblin' !
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Good review. You just gained a new subscriber!
Welcome aboard - much appreciated!
Upgraded from 6 to 7 for 8GB RAM/128GB/fresh battery after 3 years on 6/ new warranty & $230 trade in credit. Would’ve loved Pencil 2 wireless support but got Pencil Pro free on Chase Sapphire points with 50% bonus on Apple Store. ~US$22 for 12 months on Apple Card like 4 cups of coffee so good deal. Agree not much performance difference but future proofed
Nice follow up video man, thanks!
Thanks man, I appreciate that 🙏🏻
I agree about storage. My 64GB model limits app usage and requires app offloading for updates. I primarily use it for notes in meetings and watching your great videos. Okay, just media consumption all around. I appreciate your updates and consider them when deciding on device updates. I value the latest features while saving money, as this year’s major device updates were limited.
Thanks Steve!
Form factor and power is fine. The main issue with Mini (or any non “pro”) apple device is the lack of a smooth scrolling experience. Screen is fine, but any browsing is getting jerky since it only supports 60 Hz. I tried the new iPhone (non pro) and got headaches after browsing. For some professional or anyone who needs to check a static image or PDF, it’s fine though.
Can't notice jelly scroll on my mini 7 - but that's just me. Loving the mini 7
Yeah lots of people don't. You're one of the lucky ones! I barely see it.
I just purchased a 13 inch Air to replace my M1 MacBook Air and 10’th Gen iPad. Didn’t need a Mac anymore as the iPad Air with Magic Keyboard does all I need. Really happy with the iPad Air. Great screen, don’t notice the lack of promotion so much. Great videos Patrick.
Thanks for the review Patrick. I use my Mini 6 daily and it does seem to need charging more often. However, I opted to use my computer budget for the base M4 Mac mini (which arrives today). We'll see how long that lasts 😄
I think you made the right choice. That Mac mini is great value!
You are my go to for all things iPad mini. The screen is all I needed as well. Not only would I have upgraded but would have also bout the new pencil. I barely use the second gen and apple would have had my money.
LOL I feel ya. And thanks!
Thanks for the video….I just ordered the mini 7 for $399 with 128gb. I am upgrading from a mini 4.
Great upgrade!
Such a surprise that the mini 7 went on sale so quickly! I was luckily able to price match my purchase from Best Buy that I got at launch
Where did you find it for that price???
Where did you see that price?!
where???
Went from a 12.9” iPad Pro to the new A17 mini
After a week my verdict is: the mini is the best iPad currently available. Specs are irrelevant, as no other model is as ergonomic and usable
I agree.
Ive had mostly the larger ipads over my life the last mini i brought was then first gen. I sold that a few months after getting it as it was just too slow, i treated myself to the ipad mini 7 and to be honest i love it, i use it ,more then the larger screen ipads especially on a day to day case for notes reminders and tasks. Never had the pro but i do have the s9 plus for anything that needs more power. With the larger ipads handed down to family. I have the perfect balance now ipad mini iphone 15 and the ultra watch with the andriod s9 plus for anything else best of all worlds.
Fully agreed. It's just fun to use.
Love it, had the 6 , now got the 7… couldn’t resist. It comes absolutely everywhere with me. I’m female and all my handbags are bought making sure the mini fits into them, then im never caught short for an urgent work email or to send over a file or something.
I don't own any handbags but I literally started accepting murses into my life to accommodate the mini 😂
@@PatrickRambles😂😂😂. It’s funny how it’s always the ipad i want to use, im typing this on the 11inch and i just want to go grab my mini now. 😂.
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It helps to see this device in person and hold it in your hands. I had read various reviews arguing that the iPad Air was “just” $100 more in the base configuration so why would you get a mini? But when I held the air in my hands it was … no, not buying this no matter how fast it is.
All of the comments about “jelly scroll”, you’re probably using the device too much of you’re noticing it and it bothers you. Don’t use it so much! Do other things or get a real computer.
Also, understand why reviewers would compare the mini 7 to its predecessor, the mini 6. It makes for a better review. But if you never owned a mini 6 it doesn’t matter to you and if you have a mini 6 why would you want a mini 7. Wait a few years, like the mini 9 if it ever comes out. That’s what I do with my iPhones. I went from 3, 5, 7s, Xr, then 15. You don’t always need the latest technology.
I’ve had 3 iPads over the last 14 years and ended up giving them all away because I was a computer guy and didn’t really use them that much. As readers the iPad was too heavy and the screen reflected too much. As Netflix machines I ended up just watching tv instead. But this mini 7 is different. From the get go I’ve been using it daily and it just feels right. Been doing more reading than I have a while and I love watching live soccer games on it while I may be doing other things like cleaning or cooking. It’s really a beautiful device … and for the first time on my life I am watching … gag, UA-cam videos. Learned more about my power tools than I ever wanted to know and I’m loving it.
By the way thanks for the video. You didn’t scream, play any strange music or have an enormous attitude. Like your style.
Thanks for sharing and I appreciate the kind words 👊
Really good balanced honest video. It is such a shame about the screen. When are you doing a review on the Mac mini
Mac Mini just came in today!
Nice video, Patrick. Thanks!😊
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I was waiting for that upgrade for a very long time. I’m still using my IPad Mini 4 mostly for reading books, watch Netflix /HBO Max or just browsing on the go. It’s so compact and comfortable in my jacket pocket or in the handbag. iPad Mini 7 power will improve my consumer experience while traveling. Definitely I was a good boy and hopefully Santa would surprise me with new iPad Mini 7 😂🎁🎅🎄
Ho ho ho! 🎅
Patrick! Such a great video and review! I recently just got my iPad Mini 7 and I guess I downgraded from the iPad Pro 2021 to this because I barely used my iPad due to the simple fact that it felt like I was carrying my laptop around. Everyone around me judged me for that but I love this thing and all I ever do is watch videos, play games, and write notes and it’s the cutest thing ever. Thank you for the review! I’m even more confident in my purchase now.
Thanks Emily! Absolutely agree, the best iPad is the one you pick up the most.
I'm using Mini 7 from it's release and loving it. It's just convenient
Would have bought it immediately if it supported the pencil 2
Yeah that's a painful one.
Wait, sorry I'm confused. It supports Apple Pencil Pro, that's not the second gen pencil? Are there three options?
It's the third Gen, technically. There's even a fourth option, a cheaper one that came out last year.
Oh, I get it. So basically the lack of "backwards compatibility" is what OP was missing. Get it. I'm considering iPad Mini with the new Pencil Pro so I guess I'm still covered. Thanks for clarification and great review.
Exactly. And thanks!
Nice review 👍
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Love how your audio and video did not sync when talking about the jelly scrolling
That's because you were looking at the "video about jelly scroll" I was referring to.
tempted to upgrade, but I don't use it enough to warrant as it still does everything I need it to do
Having used your mini 6 as much as you did especially in travels, did you opt for the WiFi or cellular version on the mini 7?
Wifi. There's either wifi or I use my phone as Hotspot.
noticed your watches in this video, awesome Speedy and Sub there 😍
Thank you sir 🤝
I’m extremely sensitive to the jelly scrolling on the mini 6 and I hardly notice it on the 7, so for me that’s a huge win! But I notice the 60hz more than the jelly scroll effect.
Also if you like the feeling of the paper like screen protector, I suggest looking into Ghost Armor’s matte finish skin for the back of your iPad, it’s my go to for all my iPhones and iPads. It feels amazing and adds a much needed “grippyness” to the iPad, as well as resists finger prints
Thanks!
Hanging fire on mini iPad Air m1 is doing me proud but went back to Mac today with the Mac mini M4 such a bargain great machine
Absolutely. Review incoming!
Great video and I also adore the iPad mini! What external hard drive did I see you plug into it?
This one :) ua-cam.com/video/UwKnLKndsPg/v-deo.htmlsi=uQe62MCxVvb66YUl
@ thanks
Really appreciate your honesty, I'll stick with mini 6th for now ,thanks body.
🤝
Perfect!!! Tks
Nice video Patrick, at least you didn’t bash the 7 ya it has the latest chip I’m still unsure if I will upgrade tho 😊
Tough one :)
I am guessing you are talking about that model of iPad Mini came out in 2021. My son had an iPad Mini in 2019(or 2018 to 2019) before they changed the look to the current. He went off to basic training in April 2020 and hasn’t used one since. I plan to get him the new model for Christmas this year since he wants to be a pilot and he reads a lot of books.
That's an awesome gift!
Thanks and keep up the good work. Enjoy watching your take’s and congrats to you and your fiancé!
@kenc.852 thank you!
I am in travel now & watching this video in my older ipad mini ( 2 generations old ) 😊.
I don't feel need to update as i use this only for content consumption. The battery life & functioning is still great 👍
Sounds great!
Great video
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great review! I updated from 6 to 7 for the AI features. Also, I agree with you loving the dbrand Bulletproof Banana skin. Best ever! It's a shame how far they've fallen in the last few years, but what are you gonna do? Keep up the great work!
Thanks man! Yeah I think I might frame the iPad mini 6 when it dies, just for the skin 😂
@@PatrickRambles As a long time dbrand customer, I'm willing to bet that you can heat up that skin, remove it, and re-apply to the mini7... Just sayin'!
Whens your next day in the life video? Those are really good videos
Thanks man! I can only do those every so often. But I'll definitely keep making them as much as I can, I enjoy them too :)
Love my iPad mini 7 so much
Same
I love that you mentioned that it's used by pilots because that is the only reason my brother bought a Mini.
I've seen helicopter pilots strap it to their leg. It's perfect!
Does the mini 7 show you battery health like the new iPad Pros?
Good looking dbrand skin on your mini 6 👍
I love it
Best realistic videos as usual Patrick ❤ Always wanted but never owned a Mini , I do love the size/look . Kinda wish it came with Face ID but saying that, It’s a win-win with my apple gift cards…
You getting one now?
@ Yes! Absolutely., I’m ordering mine today. 256g 🤗 This is my day.😆
I am still on the fence! Great review :)
Thanks!
An iPad Mini Pro would be nice . A brighter screen { 800 nits} would be the most useful addition for a small take anywhere tablet like this!
Thanks for an excellent review once again, Patrick. I do think that the decision to upgrade from a mini 6 to mini 7 might well be influenced by how much one can get by trading in their old mini. I decided to keep my mini 6 because, like you, I still really love it. But some folks are getting $350 in trade for a 256 GB Mini 6 from Best Buy, making the cash out of pocket only $250 on a 256 GB mini 7, which IMHO is pretty compelling. I traded in my 256 GB mini 5 and got $215 from Best Buy, reducing the cost of the mini 7 to under $400. Did I need to upgrade, probably not. But that trade-in value likely won't stay anywhere near that high for long.
That is a great point.
I only got $290 CAD for my 256 Gb mini 6 from BestBuy with the box, paper sleeve thing, and unused charger/cord - it was pretty much mint. If I didn't live so far out of town I would have tried to sell it privately, I'm pretty sure I would have been able to get at least $400 from it - so my advice is check around, BestBuy needs to make money too so they aren't necessarily giving you the best trade in value.
Had mine for two weeks after using a mini 4. My brother said “get the Air” but when you know, you know…
There’s no comparison, the mini is its own category 🤝
@@PatrickRambles True enough, but my brother does have the Pro, the air and he has an old Mini 4 he uses as a sat nav. So he has choices. The mini is the best choice for me.😀
I have an amazing iPad mini 6 and it’s been great. Still running like a champ. I’ll consider when the mini 8 arrives in 2028
Totally still awesome.
I got the mini 7 and so useful on the go. Specs not amazing but ticks many of the boxes
Hi Patrick, great review as always! Which app do you use for pomodoro timer? Is it a free or paid app?
Focus keeper! It's free :)
Is It mad to change my iPad Pro m2 for this one due to portability ? Or is way better
Depends on what you want out of an ipad. If you can part with the 120 hz screen and power of the m2, the form factor of the mini might be more pleasant for casual use.
It looks mad on paper but that doesn't matter. Will you use it more? Probably. Enjoy it more, most likely. 🤷♂️
This.
5:35 what is that game you playing? Looks fun.
Oddmar :)
@PatrickRambles Thank you.
I’m thinking of upgrading from a mini 5, which I love, since it is definitely showing its age. Lower battery life, slower speeds (by a lot actually), and my charging port is pretty inconsistent.
That would be a worthwhile upgrade
Hi Patrick, thanks for sharing. I would like to know about the battery life of the ipad mini 7. How did it fare?
It's decent. About the same as the Mini 6.
I love your honest reviews. But, my only wish is rotation cannot be set - when reclining or lying down (and working with patients/clients with limited/unstable movements) the rotation auto goes from portrait to landscape constantly and is frustrating. The original iPad I remember I could set the rotation to not have it rotate. Tim needs to talk to ME! and put this back in the iPad. Also, I should be able to turn on or off the auto shaping when pausing my pencil when taking notes - my irregular line should remain so and not go to a straighten line when I don't want it to (I'm note taking a resting my pen! - I don't need an auto shape change!)..
Hey! Auto rotation should work. Is it not in your control center?
Bro said sage green is adding colour, bro that is literally the colour of decomposing corpses
I have a mini 6 without the issues you mention, but still I am going to upgrade anyway.
Can anyone help me to decide. I had ipad air 5 before and it was gone, now i want to buy new ipad mini, it is worth to buy new mini 7 or it's okay to stick with the old mini 6 for just doing media streaming, playing cod, reading, and use it always outside. Take note i want to explore apple intelligence this is a hard decision pls help me.
I want a mini tablet with snapdragon x elite.
What game were you playing in the intro?
Thanks
Oddmar
@PatrickRambles wow
You replied 😄
Thank you 💖
Of course 😅
Bought a pencil for the iPad mini 6, and never really used it. So I will probably wait to buy the pro pencil for the mini 7. Love the upgrades on the mini 7, and have used it for many things everyday.
Out of curiosity, what are your top three use cases for it?
@PatrickRambles I just used the same Apple case for the mini 6.
Thanks for the video, I have question for you? Do you really recommend paper like for the iPad? I heard some stories that can damage the screen, so I am kind of skeptical about it. iPad mini looks nice, but I already have a 9th generation Air, and iPad Pro M4. I am good….
The very first video on my channel is on how to apply a paperlike (please, never watch that 😂). I've been using it ever since and I can honestly tell you it's a must have for me. Why would it damage the screen?
Ive used it forever on iPads, it comes off easily and has never damaged my screens. Not sure how it could?
So your telling me size doesnt matter?
I keep telling you it's OK to walk around with a small unit.
@@PatrickRambles😂😂😂
@@PatrickRambles 🥲
I bought an iPad Pro 11 for $299 on Amazon. It’s a little outdated but does get iPad OS 18.1 and works great. I just can’t see paying $500 for a smaller table with no Pro features. 😎
I have slight jelly scroll on my M4 11” Pro in portrait. It’s a non-issue.
Forgot to ask you what is the name of the platform game that was featured on your video with dark background and lots of jumping and slashing. Thanks
Leo's Fortune!
What app are you using as the portable Streamdeck?
Steamdeck mobile app :)
I’ve been waiting for the update for a year while playing the app swap game with my 64gb Mini 6. Unfortunately the A17 Pro chip is a deal breaker. While I was hoping for an M chip, even just the M1 or M2, but the A18 Pro would have been more than enough. I want to play Assassins Creed and Death Stranding; both games just aren’t a good experience with the A17 with their framerate issues.
Hi Patrick. At 12:10, you mentioned mirroring the ipad mini screen onto an external display. Is that possible on both the mini 6 and the mini 7, or only on the 7? I have an iPad mini 6 and I've been using it more with typing and am considering buying an Asus ZenScreen or an espresso touch display. Thoughts?
Hey! The mini 6 can be mirrored too :)
should I get the 2021 one for 419 euro or this one for 619?
This one. Maybe wait for black Friday.
Hey, where did u get the yellow case or Folie?
Hey! It's mentioned in the video. Dbrand, but they don't make it anymore.
I know calling it the mini 7 is easier than saying the mini a17 Pro, but we should start looking at it for what it is. I look at it more as the mini 6.5, it’s really just the 6 with some added tweaks.
I mean it’s not a far fetched concept to say that, Apple has done similar things like skipping iPhone 9 and going straight to the X (10)..I really don’t think this is the 7th generation mini, the 7th generation mini whenever it arrives I believe will have everything it should have like 90 or 120 hertz, Oled, no jelly scrolling, etc.
In the meantime I’m absolutely enjoying my mini a17 pro, probably because it’s my first mini. But I have zero complaints.
Should I get the mini 7 or M4 Pro?
What do you want out of your iPad?
@@PatrickRambles media consumption basically + games. I feel these 2 are the best options, just thinking which to go for.
@ASM_31 they're both great. If gaming performance and display matters to you, the pro is better. If you want something easy to pick up and play hendheld, the mini is awesome. It's premium quality vs convenience. If I had to choose, I'd choose the mini.
You caught my ear when you mentioned using mini as a stream deck. Of to research this.
As a mini 6 owner messing with music, I was hoping to see a M chip. Maybe the 8. Going to hold off even though the 6 is aging rapidly
Hope iPad mini 8 using M4 chip.
So has this pushed the Boox 10.3 out of the lineup?
Apples and oranges.
Which game is it with the baby?
Resident Evil Village 👌
Is that a Rolex Sub you’re wearing, and an Omega Speedy in another shot? It’s refreshing to see a tech youtuber wear a mechanical watch instead of an Apple Watch these days. As a watch nerd, I approve.
But getting back to tech, why is there a $200 price premium to go from the 256gb to 512gb option on the Mini 7? I mean yes 256gb is more than enough for most people, but I can’t understand why on the iPad Mini it’s a 200 dollar upgrade to go to 512gb when on the iPhones it’s just a 100 dollar upgrade for each tier.
Yes sir! ⌚🤝
Great point about the storage. Apples storage economics have always been outrageous and I stopped trying to understand it. Same story with the new Mac Mini (video dropping in a few hours). Amazing base machine but any upgrade after that is 💰💰💰
@ salute fellow watch brother 🫡. And yes, you are right on that point. Apple’s storage pricing has always been outrageous, they charge $200 for what really is a $100 ssd upgrade. I guess Apple’s pricing really is beyond our understanding at this point 😂. Keep up the great vids!
Think the staff at the Apple Store will lose their minds with me trading in my M1 Pro 11 next week. You only live once right? Great follow up Mr Rambles, thank you!
YOLO indeed ✌️
Only con is 60Hz screen. Very lagy scrolling through apps and pages.
I kinda wish it was 7.9” for travel
I really like the mini overall, I swapped from an iPad Pro 12.9 M1 2TB to the Mini A17 Pro 512GB because I just wanted a smaller tablet mainly and the larger iPad just wasn't getting much use these days. The last time I had a Mini was when the iPad Mini 3 came out, so it's been a very long time. I love the smaller size and compared to the larger one, and it pretty much weighs nothing in comparison, so it's much more comfortable to hold. I really do miss the better quality screen, dropping from 120hz to 60hz is extremely noticeable to me, literally a night and day difference and I really miss Face ID, I haven't used Touch ID in many years, not since the iPhone X came out so it's really annoying to go back to that again. Why the hell have they not added Face ID to it by now is a mystery.
The Apple Pencil compatibility annoyed me as I had to spend £129 just to replace a perfectly working pencil, so that's money down the drain for no reason. Will say though that the new features on Pro one are pretty cool, ended up making the squeeze gesture a shortcut back to the home screen, and it works great. I just wish Apple made a Mini Pro that has all the features of the larger tablet but sticks to using the best iPhone chip at the time if they can't make an M CPU work due to power usage and heat, I bet that thing would sell amazingly well. Overall though I'm extremely happy with the iPad Mini 7, it's lightweight, fast and far more portable, and I'll definitely be using this one more.
Thanks for sharing man 👊
I've been using iPad Mini's for at least 6 years so the iPad mini didn't come not in 2021 as you state, it came out in 2012?
I said the mini 6 came out in 2021.
Will the Razer Kishi Controller work with PUBG or just limited side scrollers?
Haven't tried PUBG yet, let me get back to you on that. It works with most games, including resident evil and assassin's creed so not just side scrollers. Doesn't work with Genshin Impact, sadly.
PAT !!!! I line in the UK, Essex and us Apple intelligence on my iPhone 15 Pro max and my iPad Pro M4. All you need to do is set your language to English US and regional settings to America and AI will work.
You need to change your app store settings to US too. I can't do that because I'll lose all my stuff.
@ hi Pat. I only change the language to English US and my region to United States only and the new AI works perfectly well without changing your App Store region settings.
@andyreynolds261 where are you based?
@ I’m near Chelmsford in Essex.
Can you tell us whether it's worth someone else's hard earned cash? 0:23
You lost me.
You can still use Apple Intelligence if you’re not in the US just set the region in the language to the US and it will work just fine.
You'll have to set the app store to US too, that's the dealbreaker.
@ no I didn’t have to do that only the language and region it didn’t affect my App Store is still Norway.
I checked to be sure by the way.
I have a 2021 ipad 11” pro with the 2nd Gen Pencil, and haven’t upgraded my iPad mini since 2012. Thinking about getting one to complement my Pro. Would you suggest a 6 so I can still use my Pencil, or go for the 7?
I'd go for the 7 in that case. It will serve you longer.
it should have had the 18 chip and maybe 90 hertz screen
The scrolling is a lot better on the iPad mini 7 vs the 6.
Definitely improved
I have a MacBook Pro 14 inch and also an iPhone 15 Pro Max. I really wanna get a tablet, but I’m torn between the mini 7 and an iPad Air. Is the mini seven really that much better than a pro Max phone? They seem like they would be almost the same size. For reference I predominantly want to use my iPad for media consumption.
I use an iPhone PM too. The Air or Pro are too close to my 14" MacBook Pro for me, so I end up not using them. The difference between the iPad Mini and the iPhone is bigger than you might think.
Confused. iPad being my first Apple product and owning iPad Air 5 (m1) should I add mini 🤔.
I’m really frustrated with 64 gb. But I recently upgraded to air with frustrating 64 storage.
For the price of 2024 mini we can get m2 air.
Going with old 256 gb is expensive and 64gb not worth.
Please suggest.
I understand your confusion. I think they are very different tablets. Personally I use the mini far more and for more varying use cases. That is why it's my favorite. I'd give up my M4 iPad Pro before the mini.
@ thanks a ton.