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  1. P

    New iPad Air / Mini - 1st gen pencil only?

    The new iPad Air / Mini states they are "Compatible with Apple Pencil (1st generation)". What is it about the 2nd Generation Pencil that would not allow it to work? Why would Apple release a new product and only make it compatible with an already old Pencil?
  2. C

    iPad mini iPad Mini 5 Ship Time

    I wanted to get a thread going discussing iPad Mini 5 orders and shipping estimates. I ordered a 256GB Space Grey with Wifi+LTE and am getting an estimated arrival of April 2-5. What do others look like?
  3. B

    iPad mini The new iPad mini is almost certainly coming!

    The new iPad mini is almost certainly coming! Or not?
  4. W

    Video gear + iPad Mini / smartphones

    For about 15 years, I have been recording occasional video clips for once-in-a-blue-moon video projects. Here are my museum pieces: Canon Vixia HV40 (tape-based, HDV) Canon ZR20 (tape-based, standard def MiniDV) tripods various Audio Technica microphones Olympus LS10 presumer audio recorder...
  5. macduke

    All iPads Buying Advice iPad Pro, Mini and Standard

    Asking now so this doesn't get buried when the new iPads come out. So I've suddenly found myself in an interesting situation. My wife's iPad Mini 2 is now to the point where it's giving her fits. She never complains about technology so when she starts complaining I know it's time to upgrade...
  6. W

    Seeking power auto charger adaptor

    For years, I've been happy with an Anker auto charger (cigarette lighter adaptor) to charge a pair of smartphones the family uses while on car trips. But at the end of this month, I will be going on a 1,400 mile round-trip and I will not be taking a laptop for the overnight stay. I am looking...
  7. W

    iPad mini iPad photo issue - duplicates

    Our family has an iPad Mini (Model #FE280LL/A) w/ 32 GB SSD. It is currently running iOS 11.4.1. We find it useful for various tasks, including occasional shooting of photos and video. Being able to immediately call up whatever was recorded for quick review, on a good-size display, is extremely...
  8. phil8715

    iPad Cydia Issue.

    Hello, I have 3 Apple devices an iPad 2, iPad Mini and a IPod Touch 5th Gen all running IOS 9.3.5. I was able to jailbreak the iPad 2 and iPod Touch, but when I attempted to jailbreak the iPad Mini, it was jailbroken but when I opened Cydia the sources were empty. The other 2 devices all...
  9. B

    iPad Mini 4 home button still works, but has lost its "click"

    The home button of my iPad Mini 4 still works, but it's not "clicking" properly anymore. I fear that this might lead to the button not functioning at all anymore in the future; that I will not be able to press it down at all, as if it's completely stuck. Does anyone know how to fix an issue...
  10. F

    iPad mini Ipad Pro 12.9 Inch vs iPad Mini Sales numbers

    Is the iPad pro really that next best thing apple has done? Are there any sale-numbers in perspective iPad Pro (12.9) to the iPad mini; since the mini is getting no love from apple anymore. I work at a cafe place in the southern part of germany, where I see Apple devices on a day to day basis...
  11. thirteen1031

    iPad mini Charging Problem Breaks 2 Units in 2 Weeks!

    Here's the setup: Sister-in-law has iPad Mini version 4 (latest model) iOS 10.3, loves it. After having it for 7 months, one night it won't charge. No slow degradation, no battery problems or fussiness with the port or cable. Just no "buzz buzz" when it's plugged in. Did all the usual "reset...
  12. J

    iPad mini Buy now, or...?

    I currently have an iPad Air, which is great, but is starting to show its age. I primarily use it for reading, and am considering moving to a Mini. Does anyone think there'll be an upgrade on the current model (4) soon, or should I go for it now?
  13. L

    iPad Mini refresh soon?

    i need to get a new iPad mini but i dont know if now is a good time to buy any thoughts?
  14. W

    Taking notes on iPad Mini (?)

    Our family owns an iPad Mini, Apple model #FE280LL/A, currently running iOS 11.2.2. We purchased this iPad as a refurbished device, directly from Apple, over a year ago. We enjoy using it and want to expand its use. We have a Microsoft Office 365 Home 5-pack account active. We want to use...
  15. pauljbax

    iPad Future: Wait for new?

    I recently sold my iPad Mini 2 for $200.00 which I thought was a good price (was maxed out Gig wise). Well, now I MISS IT and was wondering what everyone thought about my options. I primarily use at night as a surfing tool but also take to work and use as my iPod and to catch up on news as the...
  16. royinla14

    Anyone moved from iPad Mini to Pro 10.5?

    If you have made a move from a mini to the latest pro 10.5, would love to hear some thoughts, especially how you found the larger screen vs. the mini. I am using my mini mostly at home at night for internet, music, movies and thinking of upgrading. Thanks
  17. D

    iPad mini iPad mini 5

    Can anyone tell me if they've heard if there will be an iPad mini 5 released soon, or at least some time this year?
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    iPad mini 4 owners: I need your feedbacks

    Hi all guys, I'm searching for a tablet that would replace a classic personal organiser where I would take notes, schedule appointments, record revenue and expenditure and other small activites like these. Of course I'll also do some light web browsing, watch movies, play light games etc but NOT...
  19. PaulaE

    iPad Mini 2 worth it in 2017?

    Hello guys,I am already a owner of mini 4,but I want another mini for family use, I see a new not opened box mini 2 for 230 dollars...with 32GB,but I am wondering if worth it to pay that money for an iPad that it's discontinued and oldie...What do you think guys? It's a deal for that price or...
  20. PhillyGuy72

    iPad Mini - Update 10.3 installed..it's now kicking me to Passcode screen (I never set a passcode)

    I updated my aunts iPad mini last night, everything seemed to go ok. But I get the white "Hello" screen, "click home to continue" - and now it's prompts me to enter "Touch ID or Passcode" - won't let me bypass this. I never set up Touch ID or a passcode for her iPad. She's older, doesn't take...