Fox Mulder
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While I'm used to non retina screens, I don't think it's supposed to give you headaches.
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The iPad Mini
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While I'm used to non retina screens, I don't think it's supposed to give you headaches.
I think the whole retina argument is bullshit, most of us have to deal with low-res products one time or another and have handled it fine in the past. The fact that a low-res screen puts you off when 5 years ago people were happy with 480x320 is laughable, it's just a matter of adjustment.
The only place you will notice retina are:
Hd movies
And zooming into pictures
I'm happy with resolution, any bigger and it would be a strain on the A5 chip.
The only place you will notice retina are:
Hd movies
And zooming into pictures
I'm happy with resolution, any bigger and it would be a strain on the A5 chip.
Text is where retina is most apparent (IMO), but I agree, it's not a deal breaker for me.
Gary Whitta
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Picked up a mini for the gf today, she's asking how the camera compares to the one in her iPhone 4S. What's the answer?
"shut up bitch take yr ipad mini i gotchu and be easy"
Dynamite Shikoku
Congratulations, you really deserve it!
I suppose you'd happily go back to watching movies on VHS too
-Pyromaniac-
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from the verge review:
So it's either as good as the 4S, or somewhere between ranging in 4/4S. I'd bet on the latter.
Baconsammy
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Similar in optimal lighting. The lack of flash hurts it though.
Sorry I'm not a pixel peeper who refuses to buy a product because he can't zoom way into the text and appreciate the 'smoothness'.
Wtf
outunderthestars
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How much storage space is usable on a 16GB model?
Marcovaldo
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since you've already bought it, take a pic and see for yourself?
Solideliquid
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Any suggestions for a sleeve-type case for the Mini?
foomfoom415
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Truth. In my eyes, 4x5 looks downright sparse on a screen as big as the iPad and even the iPad mini. I use a 5x6 on my jailbroken iPad 3 which seems to be about the perfect density for the screen size. Still, everyone has different tastes, and it's a little ridiculous we've gone this long without them giving us such a simple option.
outunderthestars
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foomfoom415
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I don't remember where I got it, but here's a link to the file on my dropbox account. If anyone knows where it's from originally and can attribute it properly please do!
outunderthestars
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I was going to say brightness can have a big impact on eye strain (along with ambient light). One question about that, how dim does the mini's screen get? The iPad 3 could get a lot dimmer than 2 (which itself could get a little dimmer than the first).
These are pretty great.
Charrettizard
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I just sold my iPad 3 to a relative; thinking that I no longer needed one since I got my Air, but I am seriously considering buying a mini. Are these thoughts crazy or should I really consider it?
Also: has anyone used Edge magazine (Newsstand) on the mini yet? And how is it?
Also: has anyone used Edge magazine (Newsstand) on the mini yet? And how is it?
fluffydelusions
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I've sold and repurchased devices more times than I care to say
It is not as dim as the iPod Touch, but pretty dim. I'd say 10-15% brighter than the Touch.
Well my Macbook screen finally broke for good, so it looks like it's time for me to get a Mini =P Is it available anywhere to buy within the next week or so? It's going to be awful going without a computer for more than a week.
Where?
soul creator
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already own an ipad 3 and iphone 5, and I'm considering buying this and replacing my ipad 3.
stupid tech lust
stupid tech lust
On the official site they're opening up reservations updated nightly at 10pm.
Same situation here. But I'm leaning toward keeping the Retina :/ Need to just pull the trigger before I lose my nerve.
Same situation here. But I'm leaning toward keeping the Retina :/ Need to just pull the trigger before I lose my nerve.
Why this over a 4?
D
Deleted member 22576
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Does the mini do panoramographs?
So I just go on apple.com at 10pm (or later), and order a 16gb for in-store pickup and I'm good to go for tomorrow?
Thanks, by the way, for answering my questions
jts
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Lighter, smaller but with the same display real estate in practical terms. Cheaper. And some gravy on top of that.
I had a 3 as well... and now I want this. Bad.
Solideliquid
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Not with the stock camera app.
What are you all doing for watching youtube vids since the app is gone on ipad, I've been using the YouTube web app but it's garbage.
Mick Swagger
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Jasmine.
Additionally, got rid of The New iPad for the mini. Retina is missed but brightness at max has helped alleviate any issues I've had with text. Battery life is still great even so.
Right now my setup consists of a 13 inch MBA (2012), 32GB black & slate Mini and a black & slate 32GB iPhone 5. Couldn't be happier, pretty much perfect. Wireless streaming, printing and syncing setup between all my devices.
So I just go on apple.com at 10pm (or later), and order a 16gb for in-store pickup and I'm good to go for tomorrow?
Thanks, by the way, for answering my questions
Yes. I ordered a white 32gb last night - walked in on Sunday morning and picked it up right away (assuming the store near you has it available).
Almost caused a ruckus too. Was walking out and a woman was told they are sold out and the woman turns to me and goes, 'He has one!'. I just kept walking
When I go on the site I cannot find any in-store pickup options. It only directs me to fill out shipping information.
EDIT: I'll just wait to give it a try at 10pm. I appreciate the help.
This is why I don't really care for the "wait till next gen!" thinking (at least if the product is good enough that is). Sure I could wait for another year (or more if the next one isn't as hoped), or I could use it for the next year and flip it for a nice chunk of the next one when the time comes.
I use Jasmine but I imagine there's probably quite a few more by now.
So I just go on apple.com at 10pm (or later), and order a 16gb for in-store pickup and I'm good to go for tomorrow?
Thanks, by the way, for answering my questions
Not sure, but I'd guess it will vary by location/stock. I read this morning that they'd be implementing the same reservation system they used in the past for iPhones etc. starting tonight.
Shows up as greyed out option on the last page before the "check out now" button. Edit: it's enabled now but showing no stock nearby
StopMakingSense
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The pickup at location option should become available when it gets closer to 10. It did the same for iPhone 5
Yep it's working now but all nearby stores are showing unavailable. I'll keep checking.
Ah, I see it now. Unavailable everywhere except for
Gary Whitta
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We were able to walk in right as the local Apple store opened and get one today. They had everything but 16gb, not surprisingly they are the first to sell out.
A few Best Buys near me had the 64GB version available. However I can barely get myself to spend $330 -- let alone $430 or $530.
Gary Whitta
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It's amazing how many people can't deal with a non-retina display now. It's like having to look at one is worse than having their eyeballs gouged out with hot pokers. How did they ever get by before the iPhone 4 came out?