I tried using an iPad Mini as a phone.

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  • Опубліковано 11 тра 2024
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    The new iPad Mini is ever so slightly smaller than the old and it now supports 5G. So that's got people thinking about how awesome it would be to use it as a phone. Well, we put a SIM card in it to see what happens and how to make it work.
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    Chapters:
    0:00 Introduction
    0:34 The iPad Mini's form works well
    2:24 It's cheaper than a phone, so why not pop in a SIM card?
    4:27 Thanks dBrand for the sponsorship
    5:26 iPad Mini phone out in the real world
    6:16 Camera differences
    6:56 What about cellular plans?
    7:31 So, iPad as a tablet then...
    8:03 Conclusion
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  • @amd2800barton
    @amd2800barton 2 роки тому +6579

    I knew a lawyer who used an older iPad mini as his primary work device with no phone. He said it was great because most judges wouldn’t allow phones out in their court, but were fine with attorneys reading and taking notes on their tablets. He could go to court with just the mini and pencil in his jacket pocket, and not have to worry about a briefcase with files and junk going through security, and he could tell without interrupting court if his secretary had something urgent that he needed to step out to handle or if the text was just his buddy asking if they were still on for drinks next week.

    • @jaydendoyle7855
      @jaydendoyle7855 2 роки тому +336

      I never even thought about that use case. That's cool af

    • @robertt9342
      @robertt9342 2 роки тому +66

      @Jayden Doyle... Mostly seems pretty obvious aside from being distracted in court by inane text messages.

    • @MaiElizabeth
      @MaiElizabeth 2 роки тому +145

      Same here. Now I’m just bringing in my iPad to the court. But for trials, I still need to bring along the physical documents because I still need to show to the witness and the court.
      But phone is still allowed in Malaysia’s courtroom. For mention cases, I just use the phone to record the minutes of proceedings.

    • @1UpDevo
      @1UpDevo 2 роки тому +25

      Well organized lawyer, genius if u ask me!

    • @theohalpern3549
      @theohalpern3549 2 роки тому +2

      Watching on my galaxy 3 unfolded, I think Linus would agree that you look silly

  • @S1erra107
    @S1erra107 2 роки тому +2967

    You guys made that channel’s vision so well. Fantastic cinematography, locations, clean aesthetics. Well done.

    • @muhammadyusoffjamaluddin
      @muhammadyusoffjamaluddin 2 роки тому +8

      Shot on iPhone
      iPhone 13. XD

    • @bogdan2529
      @bogdan2529 2 роки тому +22

      Yes, and the style is very different from LTT and other LMG channels.

    • @jackburrows5850
      @jackburrows5850 2 роки тому +8

      honestly you could make the case that mac address literally breaks off from the LTT verse of channels.

    • @ThatGamePerson
      @ThatGamePerson 2 роки тому +9

      I don't own a single mac product personally and I just like these videos.

    • @simpleton7
      @simpleton7 2 роки тому +2

      Must have blurry leaves in foreground!

  • @chriscillo
    @chriscillo 2 роки тому +33

    I don’t know what the carriers allow in Canada. But in the US iPads allow phone calls over Wi-Fi and Data using an an apple feature called iCloud Calling. It links the iPad to my cell phone number and allows me to make outgoing and receive incoming even if my phone is turned off or hundreds of miles away. Just FYI. I use it daily.

    • @catcoder12
      @catcoder12 2 місяці тому

      It works globally as far I've noticed

  • @trapbeatproducer
    @trapbeatproducer 2 роки тому +11

    I use my iPad mini 2021 as my main device. Sold my iPhone 13 Pro as soon as I started using this.
    It goes in my sling bag at work and calls come through to my earbuds. It's a nicer screen size for my old eyeballs. Coupled with a keyboard and mouse I use it to run my business while I'm out as well.
    Best thing I've ever bought 🙏🏽

  • @kittiworks
    @kittiworks 2 роки тому +1046

    This channel really makes me wish LMG would do more outdoor shoots. The camera and colour work in all these Mac Address videos have been phenomenal, compared to how lacklustre the studio content can sometimes look. I see them constantly tweak/struggle with the colour grades in TechLinked and Short Circuit but I've never failed to be amazed at the work they can do outdoors.

    • @MaiElizabeth
      @MaiElizabeth 2 роки тому +18

      I notice that too. The studio content looks too brighty like a school project video.

    • @cyrus34
      @cyrus34 2 роки тому +68

      Techlinked's timeline is shoot and edit on the same day. As for Short Circuit, it is because that channel is supposed to the be the experimental channel that constantly try new things for presenting new products? I guess that is why they have consistency issues. I still enjoy those videos though

    • @Todoza
      @Todoza Рік тому

      Wow

  • @TheGaragebandGuide
    @TheGaragebandGuide 2 роки тому +1425

    Well now I wish i'd made THIS video. Fantastic work as always!

    • @Fjollet
      @Fjollet 2 роки тому +7

      What up verified

    • @davenpaul5354
      @davenpaul5354 2 роки тому +3

      I was also waiting for this.. 👌👌

    • @marko6804
      @marko6804 2 роки тому +3

      Too late suckaaaa

    • @Keatoil
      @Keatoil 2 роки тому +3

      @@marko6804 Lmaoo

    • @DanielHarrisCodes
      @DanielHarrisCodes 2 роки тому

      It’s not such a crazy concept really. I think more realistic is a cellular Apple Watch, AirPods and an iPad Mini or Pro 11 if you don’t mind it not fitting in your pocket.
      A lot of people don’t take many calls from their phone these days, popping in some AirPods if it’s worth taking the call is easy enough.
      It would certainly cut down on distraction from your phone as you’d only get the iPad out as and when needed.

  • @doobiescoo
    @doobiescoo 2 роки тому +3

    Some of the best camera work I've ever seen out of LTT. Good job guys!

  • @barbeychris2636
    @barbeychris2636 9 місяців тому +80

    I had a 10th gen iPad ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxUGaHtKW8MwCql2fPyIm9-ftTqSMzKFFA . Felt it getting pretty slow at times even after doing a reset. So I am using that as a tablet for my 5 year old son and got this 9th gen version. MUCH faster, a little slimmer, smaller bezels, all around a leap forward. Plus, for the price that’s about $130-$150 cheaper than a current new model this is a nice deal. I look forward to the M-series CPUs coming into iPads which will really help future proof these tablets better but these latest CPUs are pretty strong and should do better to last several years with no compromises.

    • @unloosedhades
      @unloosedhades 4 місяці тому +1

      Do a bench test on your ipad, apps like GeekBench will do fine. It will show you your ipad model and compare it's performance to the average.

  • @ThisIsTechToday
    @ThisIsTechToday 2 роки тому +917

    lol, dang, you beat me to this video. I used the iPad mini for a whole week as my only phone and it was...interesting to say to least. Lot's of work around to make it work!

    • @itskoby
      @itskoby 2 роки тому +33

      I'd still be interested in seeing as many viewpoints as possible so another video on the subject is welcome imo. I'm very interested in the concept and my next phone has a high chance of being either the mini 6 or in the future, 7.

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday 2 роки тому +16

      @@itskoby good to know! I have a feeling a breakdown of each day and what it was like would be interesting. Actually using it for a whole week straight without a backup phone or anything seems interesting to me.

    • @CarlosMartinezAguilasocho
      @CarlosMartinezAguilasocho 2 роки тому +5

      Yeah I’ll be interested in a different viewpoint too. Also, how does it work with apps like WhatsApp and telegram?

    • @itskoby
      @itskoby 2 роки тому +4

      @@ThisIsTechToday something I'd like to see is how well does the pencil stay on during day to day usage, leaving the house, putting it in pockets, etc since it would be used as a phone, keeping up with the pencil is something you have to worry about more than with usual tablet usage. I'm an artist and the pencil is a big draw (pun not intended) for me. I'm sure other artists would be intrigued in using it as their main device too.

    • @noobpersona9488
      @noobpersona9488 2 роки тому +1

      Do share your experience. Would be very interesting to get different views on this matter

  • @gedeon6290
    @gedeon6290 2 роки тому +524

    The Production Quality of his Videos is just outstanding to me

    • @melissablick779
      @melissablick779 2 роки тому +10

      How does he get such good sound in windy outdoor conditions!?

    • @MrMarkov8
      @MrMarkov8 2 роки тому +28

      Would you expect less from multi-milion dollar media group?

    • @ericchang966
      @ericchang966 2 роки тому +9

      @@melissablick779 using a lav mic under clothing or a shotgun mic with a dead cat wind cover are pretty standard solutions.

    • @kittiworks
      @kittiworks 2 роки тому +9

      @Vinícius Felipe Posselt Difference between daily videos and weekly videos, I guess.

    • @CallMeVidd
      @CallMeVidd 2 роки тому +2

      @Vinícius Felipe Posselt agreed, Linus feels way more casual while this feels more professional

  • @PlatinumViperAH
    @PlatinumViperAH 2 роки тому +19

    I did the same thing for 2 days, it’s annoying to carry around since I’m used to the 13 mini, but it does most the things I want it to do just fine! I don’t really make phone calls anyways, I can always use FaceTime audio

  • @IshaanNyatiJi
    @IshaanNyatiJi 2 роки тому +2

    This is now by far the best Mac Address video, and it's exactly the kind of content I was hoping this channel would be.

  • @antoniobanderas1541
    @antoniobanderas1541 2 роки тому +408

    When I was younger and didn’t rely much on cellphone calls or data, I did use an iPad mini as my primary device for like 3 years. Granted, I constantly had wifi so it wasn’t that much of a pain. It was a bit difficult at the end because of the lack of flexibility but I’d say that for someone who doesn’t move much or lives on a campus, you can totally daily drive an iPad mini .

    • @reinerbazzi9744
      @reinerbazzi9744 2 роки тому +2

      Same!

    • @lizbetgallegos2237
      @lizbetgallegos2237 2 роки тому +11

      I did that with an iPod touch lol

    • @desireandfire
      @desireandfire 2 роки тому

      @@lizbetgallegos2237 same!

    • @25566
      @25566 Рік тому +1

      @@lizbetgallegos2237 same, back in 2011 I had an iPod touch as my main phone, had to carry a flip phone to make calls

    • @arcticredpanda4598
      @arcticredpanda4598 Рік тому

      How much did you get paid for Puss n Boots?

  • @TheStarkster90
    @TheStarkster90 2 роки тому +118

    We do this for my 10-year old brother. It's set up where he can FaceTime or iMessage my parents or I when needed, and we have it locked down so he can't FaceTime/iMessage randos on the internet. Bonus: he also gets no spam calls.

    • @firdausariff
      @firdausariff 2 роки тому

      Great idea. Can do this for my daughter when she's 10 soon.

  • @thisisjmx
    @thisisjmx 2 роки тому +3

    I like that you're looking at different uses for a tablet.
    We forget that we can do so much more with our tech.
    Mobile broadband plans are typically for tablets yes.... But.... It is possible to buy a phone SIM plan & put the SIM card in the tablet. I'm not an apple user myself but I know that some tablets come with a phone dialer app built in. [Like Samsung & other brands]
    I've done it myself [here in UK] on a temporary basis, but it was some time ago.

  • @enjoyliving5906
    @enjoyliving5906 6 місяців тому

    Thank you for making this video. 💯
    I was just literally considering doing this. Your context was very and thorough and fun as well.
    Got a lot of value from this.

  • @austinXDFtw
    @austinXDFtw 2 роки тому +311

    I've been doing this for almost 2 months now. I've used google voice as my primary number for 5+ years, and I always carry a set of airpod pros and wf1000xm4s with me, so setting up calling and texting was braindead easy. I usually keep my phone in my backpack anyway so swapping it for an iPad wasn't a problem. being able to use the apple pencil and bigger screen when working on technical drawings makes a world of difference. I since picked up a galaxy z fold 3, and carry both, but I actually default to the iPad more often when I'm out and about because it generally performs better and I'm less worried about damaging it.

    • @arbenbytyqi9732
      @arbenbytyqi9732 2 роки тому +4

      Same here i hate 6.1 or 6.7 size

    • @VezWay007
      @VezWay007 2 роки тому +1

      how's the battery life between the ipad mini and z fold 3?

    • @austinXDFtw
      @austinXDFtw 2 роки тому +6

      @@VezWay007 I don't exactly have a 1:1 comparison, because I keep the battery capped at 85% on the z fold 3. The ipad definitely lasts longer, but neither of them really leave much to be desired in the battery life department.

    • @loreaver3882
      @loreaver3882 2 роки тому +1

      works better if you have a mobile hotspot

    • @DaphneLowe
      @DaphneLowe 2 роки тому +2

      I ditched my Fold 2 for the Mini. With GV, there's no need for a smartphone.

  • @fredn9682
    @fredn9682 2 роки тому

    Excellent video and of course I love the setting. Such a great contrast to the high tech topic. I look forward to seeing more of your videos!

  • @piercedliquidnipples
    @piercedliquidnipples 2 роки тому +135

    The laid back and use case centered approach of this review is awesome! Instantly subscribed, great videography too in the natural locations 👌
    P.s.: I always wanted something "mini tablet"-sized to use as a phone: imagine seeing something cool while walking in the park and being able to sketch it right away, imagine being able to properly watch UA-cam vids or reading an ebook on a train ride, imagine having a big navigation map for when you're travelling, imagine having an on the go movie night in your car with your friends/gf/bf while eating some fast food (...)

    • @auramac
      @auramac 2 роки тому +1

      Toilet TV viewing. My next birthday present.

    • @adamj2683
      @adamj2683 2 роки тому +3

      This video wasn’t well researched. I’m using my iPad Mini 6 as a phone by linking it to my old iPhone 8 that sits at home. By going deep into the settings you can allow iPad 6 to make & receive calls and texts. It works perfectly. Native calls & texts & iMessage & FaceTime. No weird calling apps necessary.

    • @FUUUUU1111
      @FUUUUU1111 Рік тому +1

      You’ve just described all the shit I don’t need xD

    • @yakarotsennin3115
      @yakarotsennin3115 Рік тому +1

      @@adamj2683 Can you explain what you did to accomplish this??
      For those such as myself that would like to try this?

  • @terribletruth8201
    @terribletruth8201 2 роки тому +91

    For me, I was looking at the Mini as an at-home phone replacement. Instead of looking at a small cell phone screen at home, I look at a tablet screen. But it's also not too large to move around easily like the iPad Pro.

  • @talllankywhiteboy
    @talllankywhiteboy 2 роки тому +214

    Love Mac Address, but that graph at 2:16 does a terrible job conveying relative performance. Three of the four devices have run times within four seconds of each other on a nearly three minute task. For all practical purposes, they are the same, but the iPhone Pro Max looks way faster in this graph. And the iPhone 13 looks sluggish compared to the rest if you are just looking at the graph, when in reality its only 6% slower than the Pro Max.
    I understand the point was the emphasize the difference between the devices' performances, but if people have a hard time distinguishing the relative sizes of the bars with the full graph, then people will have the same difficulty noticing any real world performance difference between the devices.

    • @extrahourinthepit
      @extrahourinthepit 2 роки тому +17

      This is an Apple channel.

    • @manuelito1233
      @manuelito1233 2 роки тому +40

      Just like an apple keynote graph! It's so perfect!

    • @Ben.N
      @Ben.N 2 роки тому +6

      just realized, wow. haha.

    • @afkirby
      @afkirby 2 роки тому +2

      ha! just posted the same thing to scroll down and see you beat me by 3 hours.

  • @BASN4269
    @BASN4269 8 місяців тому +8

    No, he’s just using the iPhone 20

  • @alanl9497
    @alanl9497 2 роки тому

    I subscribed. This is amazing. The video and sound quality is phenomenal. Thanks for this upload!

  • @ConorORegan
    @ConorORegan 2 роки тому +49

    I’ve been waiting for someone to try this

  • @olinrolseth3303
    @olinrolseth3303 2 роки тому +16

    I like this channel because it contains a lot of my favourite LTT tropes and polish without feeling too tied to that channel. Feels fresh and exciting!

  • @amok00
    @amok00 Рік тому

    this channel is much more entertaining than I imagined, super impressed with the quality

  • @T.On.Things
    @T.On.Things 2 роки тому

    I truly enjoyed this video. It was very light, informative and learned something new. (I didn't know that you can install an app to turn an iPad into a phone, or at least, to receive a text message). Thanks so much! Inspired here!

  • @darrenhutchinson9501
    @darrenhutchinson9501 2 роки тому +45

    I really enjoy Jonathan's content on Mac Address, its extremely well put together, thought out, and edited. Looking forward to more. Great stuff

  • @user-xe5wj8on8f
    @user-xe5wj8on8f 2 роки тому +3

    I had an iPad Air as my only mobile device once. My iPhone were in service, and It was distant 2015 out there.
    It was surprisingly smooth experience. Internet access completely covered all of my communication, and I had all apps I needed for studying. Combined with having one less obstacle (personal hotspot) to internet, overall it even better suited for my use case. And I found myself wasting less time in some time-killer apps.

  • @leojei
    @leojei 2 роки тому

    This is my first time watching a MA video and I quite liked the style, subscribed! Btw I didn't know it's a LMG production until Brandon's name showed up so, kudos LMG, love your content!

  • @bufelo
    @bufelo 2 роки тому

    some of the best production quality i’ve seen on youtube. Badass!

  • @overlisted
    @overlisted 2 роки тому +3

    i love that you make use of the season and generally go outside a lot in your videos

  • @Volker_A4
    @Volker_A4 2 роки тому +11

    Why am not at all surprised this guy is left handed.

  • @cnvrtbl5
    @cnvrtbl5 2 роки тому +3

    Brilliant! I have and do want to use an iPad as an iPhone. Thank you for the detailed possibilities and pitfalls. So well thought out including the cellular plan limitations. Thank you so much!! I use an iPhone 13 pro max an still have that fantasy of having an iPad mini sized iPhone.

    • @adamj2683
      @adamj2683 2 роки тому

      This video wasn’t well researched. I’m using my iPad Mini 6 as a phone by linking it to my old iPhone 8 that sits at home. By going deep into the settings you can allow iPad 6 to make & receive calls and texts. It works perfectly. Native calls & texts & iMessage & FaceTime. No weird calling apps necessary. Google “call and text from iPad” and click apple’s support page giving step by step directions to activate it.

  • @varunkumavat5752
    @varunkumavat5752 2 роки тому

    Production quality is lit ❤ amazzing bro keep it up

  • @nathanielvillegas7402
    @nathanielvillegas7402 2 роки тому +48

    This is actually something I really wondered when the iPad Mini came out. Especially because the iPad Mini with cellular is a similar price to an iPhone.

  • @piplup10203854
    @piplup10203854 2 роки тому +7

    The ipad mini is one of my favorite devices, a bunch of my friends hold private pilot licenses and it's use for navigation and routes etc are super super handy. It's really easy to bring as a carry on and during longer flights if they got another one they can use it for reading etc it's handy :)

  • @rmaha1965
    @rmaha1965 2 роки тому +1

    Great video. I’m one of those that is currently trying to use my Ipad Mini as a phone during my work commutes on trains. So far so good. I did encounter the issue of having to bump up my iPad’s data plan as the paltry 500 MB that came with the original plan crapped out after about 2 hours of UA-cam watching. I like the larger form factor from my iPhone 11 Pro Max. I can see your comparing this to a foldable but I don’t think it’s as akin to the Samsung as it is to the MS Surface Fold’s large form factor and phone functionality. I too am awaiting Apple to get on the folding bandwagon but until then, this seems to be working just fine.

  • @desmondruhling
    @desmondruhling 2 роки тому +1

    I’m so glad I found this, I love your channel already

  • @personalizedtech-help2835
    @personalizedtech-help2835 2 роки тому +7

    I used the ipad 2 (the first one with a back camera) as my phone for a year and a half. The app i used was talkatone with a google voice number. It was weird as hell, but when the largest phone was smaller than the current iPhone 13 mini, it was the best. Plan for it was half the price of a phone plan at the time too. I may try this again:)

  • @Iandmacb
    @Iandmacb 2 роки тому +5

    I love the random "not actually a set" shots you use on this channel.

  • @mrpuh777
    @mrpuh777 2 роки тому

    Wow! I've been thinking about this! Thanks for the vid.

  • @diegomonteirobatera
    @diegomonteirobatera 11 місяців тому

    I just have to say I love the way you insert your sponsor spots. This should be a reference for the hole paid contend thing.

  • @junipeayt
    @junipeayt 2 роки тому +42

    Damn, I love this channel's style, so clean with amazing backgrounds and fun host.

  • @Veptis
    @Veptis 2 роки тому +3

    Haven't been an Apple user since 2016.... But this video is really made with love and doesn't feel as sensationalist than other LMG productions.
    More of this video across the other channels with other topics.

  • @PamelaConstanza
    @PamelaConstanza 2 роки тому

    i discovered that function using headphones, while doing some work outside... it came quite handy but
    i usually answer on the phone. still the greatest is the continuity that gives you when working with multiple devices. sometimes i even answer on the computer

  • @neethch
    @neethch Рік тому

    This is a great channel! I only caught sight of you folks in recent times, but it’s now among my favourite channels.

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  • @BitTerence
    @BitTerence 2 роки тому +5

    The presentation and format, the idea, and the slightly less scripted moments where the personality of the host shines through are all things that no one else is doing in the Apple tech space and I really enjoyed it! Keep pushing!

  • @DerekFletcher1
    @DerekFletcher1 2 роки тому +3

    actually a very interesting take. I'm a big supporter of the mini (ipad mini 4 user) and when it goes slow or dies, it will be replaced without delay by the newest gen. It is exactly perfect for mobile netflix and dji controller.

  • @salemkittenkat
    @salemkittenkat 2 роки тому

    I don't know what your formula is, but this video is one of the very few videos I actually watch without skipping (Very few...like...this is probably the fifth). Awesome video!

  • @freddierivera9385
    @freddierivera9385 Рік тому

    Hey thank you much for the video .
    I really like the iPad mini. I’m gonna get one & probably use it as a phone .
    Thanks again 🎉

  • @jonathanmajdi9126
    @jonathanmajdi9126 2 роки тому +6

    The way this is presented is outstanding, just vibe of the outdoor space and natural script is on another level

  • @SirBisgaard
    @SirBisgaard 2 роки тому +5

    This is such a fantastic format of vids. Love IT!
    This is the most unique channel LTT has created yet.

  • @Rockwell108
    @Rockwell108 2 роки тому +34

    I have used a tablet as a phone for years! Data plan is super cheap but I use it much differently than described here…

  • @Anna_Rae
    @Anna_Rae Рік тому +2

    Honestly I’m impressed with the quality of these videos. Didn’t know this channel existed and I watch LTT all the time

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  • @armand.sarkani
    @armand.sarkani 2 роки тому +30

    You actually don't need to be on the same Wi-Fi network to make/receive calls using your iPhone's cellular plan. You can enable "Wi-Fi Calling on Other Devices" in Settings so you can make and receive calls on your iPad even when you aren't on the same Wi-Fi network, or if you have a cellular iPad, when you're using its cellular data and away from your iPhone.

    • @BlazePas
      @BlazePas 2 роки тому +5

      I thought I was the only one who knew this…I knew it had to be some other people…he also didn’t mention anything about setting up text forwarding to the iPad from iPhone.

    • @badddkattt
      @badddkattt 2 роки тому

      @@BlazePas how do you do that?

    • @DaphneLowe
      @DaphneLowe 2 роки тому +1

      If the iPhone can sit in a drawer connected to wifi, no problem. But if it has to have cellular service than its not a cost effective solution.

    • @NANOTECHYT
      @NANOTECHYT 2 роки тому

      How do you forward texts or send them from an iPad then?

    • @gelaigurl
      @gelaigurl 2 роки тому

      @@NANOTECHYT Go to settings messages text message forwarding

  • @clintmiller88
    @clintmiller88 2 роки тому +3

    I love this channel so much it bring the 🔥 and I’m not talking about his hair!

  • @FrancisAngeloMalubay
    @FrancisAngeloMalubay 2 роки тому

    the cinematography and editing is so fire in this video

  • @HyperVectra
    @HyperVectra Рік тому +14

    I used to use the iPad 1st Gen as an actual phone because it actually had a cellular baseband. With a bit of jailbreaking I could restore the Phone icon as well. I really enjoyed it. Of course from then on they removed the cellular baseband so I could only use data from then on. I loved the look I got when the iPad rung and I put it up to my head to talk like it was just a uber large mobile phone. Good times!

  • @SpencerN.C.
    @SpencerN.C. 2 роки тому +23

    So... I've been rocking a tablet as a phone since 2013, when I got my Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0. I'm currently on a Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2, and planning to upgrade to a Tab Active3 soon.
    I gotta say, as someone who lives in this niche it's nice to feel seen! Although I should mention that all my devices have had full native phone capabilities (including earpieces). I lost the self-consciouness about weilding an 8" phone many years ago and I generally enjoy the comments I still regularly get when pulling it out to have a code scanned or tapping to pay.
    "Oh my god! Is THAT your PHONE?"
    "That's not a phone right? It's just a tablet?"
    Funilly enough, almost all my tablet-phone devices have also had pen support (my beloved Sony Z3 Tablet Copmpact did not), and I've always loved the freedom of being able to pull out my S-Pen to jot down a note or sketch something out.
    Thanks for spreading the word! Tablets are phones too!

    • @_Digitalguy
      @_Digitalguy 2 роки тому +1

      I had the same tablet, the 4G version, but never used it as phone except for fun. Great device, but battery quickly degraded. Still have it in a drawer.

    • @SpencerN.C.
      @SpencerN.C. 2 роки тому

      @@_Digitalguy which, the Note 8.0? I had to do a battery replacement on my second one of those. One of my favorite things about the Galaxy Tab Actives is user replaceable batteries.

    • @_Digitalguy
      @_Digitalguy 2 роки тому +1

      @@SpencerN.C. yes, the Note 8. Did you replace it yourself. I would be scared to attempt a battery replacement on the device and I also barely use it anyway (I now have an iPad mini 5)

    • @SpencerN.C.
      @SpencerN.C. 2 роки тому

      @@_Digitalguy yep, super easy to do. A pry tool removes the back panel (it just pops off), and there are just some tiny Phillips head screws holding the battery in place. Took less than 10 minutes.
      I bought an (at the the time) newly made battery made by Cameron Sino via an eBay seller, instead of some OEM bettery that had been in a box for years, or some knockoff pretending to be a new OEM battery.

    • @DaphneLowe
      @DaphneLowe 2 роки тому +1

      Me too!
      I don't know why Samsung neglects the small tablet form factor and abandoned putting the S-Pen in them. When my last one (Tab A 8.0) got long in tooth, I tried using smartphones (Note 10, Fold 2) but was unsatisfied. The iPad Mini is nice, but the Pencil is not as well integrated into iOS is the S-Pen is into One UI.

  • @uss_04
    @uss_04 2 роки тому +21

    Thanks for this video. Been needing to answer a question to an aunt about this exact topic

  • @samaracolvero
    @samaracolvero 2 роки тому +1

    Good explanation and the video recorder it was very nice!

  • @TheSheepster
    @TheSheepster 6 місяців тому

    The shots are beautiful and so vibrant and satisfying to look at!

  • @gwathanaur
    @gwathanaur 2 роки тому +88

    LMG, That is how you do a dbrand sponsored video : first we see the bare device and what it normally looks like, then how it looks with the sticker and even how to apply it.
    This was much better, you should always do it this way.

    • @ersyadiaz
      @ersyadiaz 2 роки тому +3

      huh, i always thought that LMG received an already skinned device from dbrand. lol

  • @ardemus
    @ardemus 2 роки тому +9

    I replaced my cell phone with a first generation iPad, back when those were new. Providers prevented me from having a reasonable cellular data plan for just a tablet (for no good reason), so I relied on wifi. I used Grand Central Station (now Google Voice) for phone calls. It was great back then. When the iPad kicked the bucket I got a killer deal on a cell phone plan and a free phone, which I'm riding to this day. Now, with phones being so large, and phone calls being such a small part of the purpose of a phone, there's even less reason to have a smart phone. I'm actually considering ditching cellular computing entirely these days. There aren't really places where I *need* data and don't have free wifi any more, except maybe on a road tip for maps and traffic.

    • @amitkumar-nd8hm
      @amitkumar-nd8hm 2 роки тому

      are you in America ?

    • @YouYorick
      @YouYorick 2 роки тому

      What SMS from OTP / payment verifications ?

  • @lolsholva
    @lolsholva 2 роки тому

    This Chanel is amazing format and editing

  • @1UpDevo
    @1UpDevo 2 роки тому

    This video genius, we appreciate u for dis one my guy!

  • @DoubleCTech
    @DoubleCTech 2 роки тому +3

    I fully agree that this sells the idea of a folding iPhone perfectly and I can’t wait for one ether. I would honestly try using one as my phone if it had Face ID. I hated Touch ID and don’t want to go back to it. If I did use it as my phone through I would just use an Apple Watch cellular model to make/ receive calls, carry AirPods with me and just leave a cheap iPhone at home for the Watch to connect to.

  • @Taylorc52
    @Taylorc52 2 роки тому +6

    I’ve been loving the Mac Address content! Beautiful videography and editing and Jonathon is a great host.
    One bit of constructive criticism, the Lightroom raw export chart (2:18) is very misleading. It needs to reflect the small differences more clearly rather than making some devices look magnitudes faster than others!

  • @nilistatic
    @nilistatic Рік тому

    I just watch only this video on this channel right now . I love this channel, so I subscribed.
    Keep it up :)

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      @DmonmyNicegramRealMacAddress Рік тому

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  • @somewhatdiscrete
    @somewhatdiscrete 9 місяців тому

    this video is absolutely stunning to look at

  • @NicksLocker
    @NicksLocker 2 роки тому +3

    That's so cool that you did this, it seems like a whole lot of us had this same idea! I feel like in the future with just a little more push like it could honestly be possible for it to be the larger-size iPhone for some poeple.

    • @deleqtronica8733
      @deleqtronica8733 2 роки тому +2

      This has been possible forever now, Apple doesn’t want iPads being used as phones is the only reason why you won’t get an earpiece on an iPad Mini or a native dialer

    • @NicksLocker
      @NicksLocker 2 роки тому

      @@deleqtronica8733 very true

  • @ruslanetss
    @ruslanetss 2 роки тому +55

    2:16 This is totally not a great way to show a 10 seconds difference. Makes iPhone 13 look like total garbage, if you're not looking at the numbers.

  • @TakeDownSportfishing
    @TakeDownSportfishing 2 роки тому

    Thanks for making this video. I want an iPhone mini so badly. This info is great to have

  • @padanaikirdnual8038
    @padanaikirdnual8038 2 роки тому +1

    You had answered me everything. Thanks!

  • @brycechapman5529
    @brycechapman5529 2 роки тому +3

    Exactly what I wanted to know! Thanks! Honestly I’m super excited for a folding iPhone but more so for Apple glasses. I can’t freaking wait to not worry about screen size ever again because it’s as big as I want projected in front of me!

  • @paum2
    @paum2 2 роки тому +5

    1:19 This has happened to me lots of times. The pencil is in the right side and you need to hold it with the other hand because you are left-handed. I laughed because of how often this happens to me

    • @spacewolf363
      @spacewolf363 Рік тому

      I am planning on buying a device that supports that pen and didn't even realise this could be a problem as I'm also left-handed. It seems to be pretty annoying.

  • @MattHalpain
    @MattHalpain 2 роки тому

    Beautiful scenery of fall foliage in this video. I am on team iPad mini 6th gen.

  • @elchamber
    @elchamber 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this video. I was wondering this.

  • @impc8265
    @impc8265 2 роки тому +4

    5:26 dude really puts a folio case over the debrand skin to cover it up lol

  • @the_wiki9408
    @the_wiki9408 2 роки тому +4

    If you want to run this way, I think the best workaround is to use a cheap used iPhone and just run your iPad over the phone's mobile hotspot. Then the phone can forward imessage and phone calls, you can just get the cheaper WiFi only iPad, and you still have a normal phone-only option for when the larger iPad is not convenient. Even when we do get a folding iPhone, it's going to cost $2k like Galaxy Fold. iPad mini + a used Xr is like $750.

  • @OscarZhou511
    @OscarZhou511 8 місяців тому

    Calculator and weather are here now :) Great vid.

  • @monsooniphone
    @monsooniphone 2 роки тому

    Mines coming in a few days looking forward to it.

  • @CockatooDude
    @CockatooDude 2 роки тому +4

    The only issue with them filming outside now is that I used to live right near where they film these and it's making me miss it even more than I otherwise would.

  • @JamJim
    @JamJim 2 роки тому +4

    04:49 new ringtone for your iPhad

  • @hankchang-tsedu9707
    @hankchang-tsedu9707 2 роки тому

    First time on this channel. Great stuff love the presentation.

  • @klauckter
    @klauckter Рік тому

    the production value on these videos are insane

  • @nothere572
    @nothere572 2 роки тому +3

    I’ve been waiting for someone to make this exact video ever since the new mini came out and everyone was talking about using it as a phone

    • @NotMe-st8qc
      @NotMe-st8qc Місяць тому

      I have been using an IPad mini as a phone for over 10 years. I use an app called Line 2 that has a dialer, and a text function. I use the older version of the Line 2 app, as I see where there is another version out now. The Line 2 app lets me have a phone number and I have no problems with text and phone calls that way. There are cellular data plans out there that offer unlimited data for tablets at a reasonable price. Don’t ask for a cell phone plan but for a data only plan for a tablet. This requires you to call service providers and ask as they don’t advertise that these are available. You can use wireless earbuds or you can just use the IPad mini as a speakerphone when making or receiving calls. It has a built in mic on the opposite end from where the charge port is. Cheers

  • @mikldude9376
    @mikldude9376 2 роки тому +3

    While the size may be a bit ungainly with the mini ipad , you could certainly see it could have a use case for some people as a phone and also small tablet device .
    obviously it needs for Apple to make it phone user friendly so there are no stupid work arounds required, a slightly better main camera would also be nice , maybe even some splash rating might be nice too.

  • @anthonyfromcanada
    @anthonyfromcanada 2 роки тому

    I used the same app for a long time for a phone number and used a iPod touch actually, supper light, small and easy to bring with me. The leap for this years back was that in both places I have lived there is a shaw wifi network that covers the entire city and that means I get the full home internet speeds, and no data cost.

  • @bmo3778
    @bmo3778 2 роки тому

    this format of a video looks refreshing

  • @MrZix44
    @MrZix44 2 роки тому +38

    I think the thing that impresses me the most about this channel is how much it doesn't feel like an LTT channel. I love Linus's content, but it is nice to see LMG branching out

  • @shaunfulham9347
    @shaunfulham9347 2 роки тому +12

    Finally someone actually tried it lol

  • @ioanajohanna8492
    @ioanajohanna8492 2 роки тому

    Finally someone does this type of video

  • @josephmoya9354
    @josephmoya9354 Рік тому

    This dude got a whole movie studio following him around
    Like the cinematography on this is awesome

  • @Harvester88
    @Harvester88 Рік тому +3

    I love the Mini, I just wish it didn’t take them so long to update it to the pro style design. It would be the perfect e book for my personal taste.

  • @DemetriPanici
    @DemetriPanici 2 роки тому +23

    I was wondering if this was possible due to iMessage

    • @sixunity1171
      @sixunity1171 2 роки тому +1

      it would be possible but you would be only able to call / text people who have imessage and facetime

    • @adamj2683
      @adamj2683 2 роки тому +1

      This video wasn’t well researched. I’m using my iPad Mini 6 as a phone by linking it to my old iPhone 8 that sits at home on the charger. By going deep into the settings of iPhone & iPad you can allow iPad 6 to make & receive calls and texts. It works perfectly. Native calls & texts & iMessage & FaceTime (you make phone calls from the FaceTime app but it works perfectly to any number whether they have apple or not). No weird calling apps necessary. Google “call and text from iPad” and click apple’s support page giving step by step directions to activate it.

    • @adamj2683
      @adamj2683 2 роки тому

      @@sixunity1171 that’s not true at all

  • @WillWillWill
    @WillWillWill 9 місяців тому

    Lovely Cinematography

  • @nonmnn9434
    @nonmnn9434 2 роки тому +1

    I’ve been using only iPad for 2 years now and always struggle with receiving phone calls and messages, this video is really the best thing ever existed

    • @adamj2683
      @adamj2683 2 роки тому

      This video wasn’t well researched. I’m using my iPad Mini 6 as a phone by linking it to my old iPhone 8 that sits at home on the charger. By going deep into the settings of iPhone & iPad you can allow iPad 6 to make & receive calls and texts. It works perfectly. Native calls & texts & iMessage & FaceTime (you make phone calls from the FaceTime app but it works perfectly to any number whether they have apple or not). No weird calling apps necessary. Google “call and text from iPad” and click apple’s support page giving step by step directions to activate it.

  • @ethanmenzel
    @ethanmenzel 2 роки тому +3

    I’m left-handed too. I guess this channel was for me

    • @zonaloca
      @zonaloca 2 роки тому

      I kinda knew it in the back of my heart, he has that left-handed vibe. #teamletfy