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iPad mini iPad Mini 6 Shipping Thread
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GPS has never seemed important to me on the iPad. I have GPS on my iPhone and watch. What’s the use case for GPS on the iPad mini?
A GPS unit with a larger screen if you want one. I've used GPS on a tablet screen in the field for some work.
My old GPS mini was a life saver during a trip to Europe for offline map apps.. Didn't need cell service but the GPS tracked everywhere we went. Even walking directions were exact and pin-pointed. Easy to carry yet bigger than an iPhone to view. That and I'm going to use it in my car as a nav system because I hate my car's navigation. The GPS it totally worth the extra cost in my use case.
64GB Space Gray WIFI - I was flip flopping on cellular, but I feel that everytime I get it on an iPad with cellular I end up having a really hard time finding areas that don't have reliable wi-fi. My 2021 iPad Pro 12.9 has cellular and I'm about to cancel my cellular plan on it due to lack of use.
My underlying problem is that my iPhone is always on me, has unlimited data and tethering. This means whenever I use my iPad cellular plan, I'm always paranoid of my data use (2gb plan) which kinda defeats the purpose.
My underlying problem is that my iPhone is always on me, has unlimited data and tethering. This means whenever I use my iPad cellular plan, I'm always paranoid of my data use (2gb plan) which kinda defeats the purpose.
Ordered a Mini 6 - 64GB - Space Grey - WiFi only. Due for delivery on 24/09.
I already have a Cellular 12.9 (2020) with an Apple Pencil 2.
I also have a Mini 5 that i picked up last week as i was of the understanding that the Mini 6 wouldn’t be announced/available until Oct/Nov.
Will give the Mini 6 a run for a week or two and see how i like it.
I didn’t bother with cellular on the Mini 6 as I have unlimited data on my iPhone and am happy to tether.
Already have a magnetic folio case on its way from Ztotop (via Amazon). Should be here tomorrow.
I already have a Cellular 12.9 (2020) with an Apple Pencil 2.
I also have a Mini 5 that i picked up last week as i was of the understanding that the Mini 6 wouldn’t be announced/available until Oct/Nov.
Will give the Mini 6 a run for a week or two and see how i like it.
I didn’t bother with cellular on the Mini 6 as I have unlimited data on my iPhone and am happy to tether.
Already have a magnetic folio case on its way from Ztotop (via Amazon). Should be here tomorrow.
ZtotopCases Case for New iPad mini 6 2021, Ultra Slim Smart Protective Cover/Strong Magnetic/Support 2nd Gen Pencil&Wireless Charging/Trifold Stand for Mini 6th Generation 8.3 Inch, Black
ZtotopCases Case for New iPad mini 6 2021, Ultra Slim Smart Protective Cover/ Strong Magnetic/Support 2nd Gen Pencil&Wireless Charging/Trifold Stand for Mini 6th Generation 8.3 Inch, Black
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Ordered the Wi‑Fi + Cellular 256GB in Purple w/ the dark cherry case & gen 2 pencil as soon as the store opened up! Scheduled for arrival on 9/24.
This was the announcement I was most hyped for and I was pleasantly surprised that we're getting it in September rather than October or November. Ordered one in purple with 64gb Wi-Fi only right away. I've been hoping for an iPad mini with smaller bezels since the first mini was released. Very happy! 
Man, the Starlight iPad mini with the Sierra Blue 13 Pro Max is going to be one GOOD looking combo!
Up until 2 weeks ago, I had no intention of buying a new iPad.
Yesterday, I ordered the iPad mini 64GB cellular in Space Grey and a black smart folio.
Yesterday, I ordered the iPad mini 64GB cellular in Space Grey and a black smart folio.
Can’t wait until next Friday for my Mini 6 64GB Space Gray! Anyone else use the Otterbox Defender for their case? I’ve been using them for both the iPhone and iPads that I buy. Hoping Otterbox has them ready to order before next Friday ?
I just got the Apple smartfolio cover. Personally I never understood getting a super lightweight iPad, then weighing it down with a heavy case. But that's just me.
I agree. GaiaGPS (the paid premium version) is hands down the best navigation mapping software for offroad, marine and aviation, and the iPad Mini is the best form factor for this use (except for hiking). I have used GaiaGPS for offroad and marine, and on all sizes of phones and iPads. Incredible number of maps and map overlays provided.
But you have to have the cellular version of the iPad to get GPS tracking where there is NO internet service, without inconvenient workarounds. I don't bother getting the cellular service connection (I can use my iPhone hotspot instead), I just want the GPS chip. Something to consider for anyone with a similar type of usage:
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Ordered purple 64GB wifi only, getting $225 trade in for my current Mini (which sucks). So that's exciting for.....me. And pretty much no one else gives a #$@, and shouldn't.
OK, you guys have been great! Good night!
OK, you guys have been great! Good night!
Decided not to wait. Went with base Purple. Would have went Silver if they offered it. Considered Starlight, but the more I saw of it the less I think I’d like it.
Edit 9/17: Cancelled. Decided to order from Costco instead. Might have to wait a longer, but basically get AppleCare+ for free with the discounts.
Edit 9/17: Cancelled. Decided to order from Costco instead. Might have to wait a longer, but basically get AppleCare+ for free with the discounts.
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Ordered a gray 256GB wifi only as soon as they went up . Can't believe they're already a month out for delivery!! I'm moving from a 2018 11" pro; this is what I've really wanted and was just waiting on the design update.
. Can't believe they're already a month out for delivery!! I'm moving from a 2018 11" pro; this is what I've really wanted and was just waiting on the design update.I have the 2018 12.9" Pro and have been waiting on the mini re-design as well. Best of both worlds.Ordered a gray 256GB wifi only as soon as they went up
Ordered a gray 256GB wifi only as soon as they went up
I was too busy at work to place my order ASAP and my desired configuration (5G Space Gray 256GB) was already delayed by the time I got home.
Now I'm trying to decide if I should just get the Pink version or if I should try my luck at in-store pickup for day of release. Bezels are all black nowadays anyway and that's the most important thing to me.