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TSedwin1234
post Feb 10 2014, 12:34 AM, updated 12y ago

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Guys,

Need some advice to choose between Ipad Air and Ipad mini with Retina Display.[cool.gif

Which one should prefer to own it...

Please provide some opinion.

Thank you. hmm.gif hmm.gif hmm.gif hmm.gif
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post Feb 10 2014, 02:28 AM

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if you prefer bigger size = ipad air
if you want your ipad become handy and want to put inside your wife or gf bag = ipad mini RD
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post Feb 10 2014, 09:27 AM

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I suggest you view both yourself to make a decision
Each of us has different requirements on display n there is no correct answer for you
You can easily view these demo sets at any Apple outlet
Most reviews point to iPad air display colors is more saturated n looks better. I have compared both n seriously the difference is insignificant to me. Some will disagree to this
Best view it yourself

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post Feb 10 2014, 11:27 AM

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I too hv the same dilemma like you. Ended up with iPad Air and hv no regrets. Bigger is better. I can do more & read better.
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post Feb 10 2014, 11:28 AM

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depends on ur usage man ...

bigger ofcoz nicer to read/play games but bulky ..


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post Feb 10 2014, 11:32 AM

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mini better. ngam ngam size.
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post Feb 10 2014, 11:42 AM

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Tim Cook answered your question:

Buy both when you're indecisive.
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post Feb 10 2014, 12:34 PM

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I was in your situation few weeks ago. It was really hard to choose between iPad Mini Retina Display or iPad Air. My budget was RM1600, which means I can either purchase an iPad Mini Retina Display 32GB WiFi or iPad Air 16GB WiFi since both cost the same price RM1599.

If I choose iPad Mini Retina Display, I get the additional 32GB storage, which is good to store lots of apps and games. If I choose iPad Air, I only have 16GB storage. And both devices share the same specifications.

Until the other night when I decided to look up for reviews between iPad Air and iPad Mini Retina Display.

CNet Review: iPad Air VS iPad Mini Retina Display

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So, I decided to buy iPad Air for its better display and bigger screen. I'm an engineering student and I need the ipad for studying lecture slides with thousands of formulas and equations.

However, I would like to point this out also. I'm not saying that iPad Mini Retina Display with greyscale isn't good. iPad Mini Retina is powerful, beautiful display, more portable.

And lastly, I personally think that Nexus 7 2013 display is a lot better than iPad Air.
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post Feb 10 2014, 06:30 PM

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Ipad Mini - always travelling and easy carry

Ipad Air - stunning big display suitable play game or read book

inb4 budget not your consideration first.
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post Feb 10 2014, 06:51 PM

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I recommend ipad mini. icon_rolleyes.gif
TSedwin1234
post Feb 11 2014, 12:23 AM

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Thank you guys, i had receive lot of opinion and really much appreciated.!! after i had reviewed all the opinion, i wish to add in 1 more situation in deciding whether go for ipad mini with retina display or ipad air.
Which is i already owned one ipad 3 aka The New Ipad.
Considering this in to my decision, should i get ipad mini with retina display instead of ipad air?
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post Feb 11 2014, 03:01 AM

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I dilemma for so long,
but yesterday,
i decide to get ipad Air,
same, budget 1.6k,
either mini 32GB or air 16GB,
HAHAHAHA
You have to go see yourself, only decide,
My suggestion are
If you want to bring it outdoor often,
get mini,
If just for home-use, get air rclxms.gif
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post Feb 11 2014, 12:08 PM

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QUOTE(edwin1234 @ Feb 11 2014, 12:23 AM)
Thank you guys, i had receive  lot of opinion and really much appreciated.!! after i had reviewed all the opinion, i wish to add in 1 more situation in deciding whether go for ipad mini with retina display or ipad air.
Which is i already owned one ipad 3 aka The New Ipad.
Considering this in to my decision, should i get ipad mini with retina display instead of ipad air?
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If you already own an iPad 3, The New iPad with Retina Display, I think iPad Mini Retina will be a better choice for you.

Since you have a 9.7" tablet already, maybe you can consider a smaller and portable screen of 7.9 inches which is the iPad Mini Retina. smile.gif
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post Feb 12 2014, 01:05 AM

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QUOTE(Boykidz93 @ Feb 11 2014, 03:01 AM)
I dilemma for so long,
but yesterday,
i decide to get ipad Air,
same, budget 1.6k,
either mini 32GB or air 16GB,
HAHAHAHA
You have to go see yourself, only decide,
My suggestion are
If you want to bring it outdoor often,
get mini,
If just for home-use, get air  rclxms.gif
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I carry my iPad Air everyday & everywhere I go. It's mainly for work use and reading at night when I'm back at home. I do lots of presentations and displaying my works in a bigger screen served me and my client better. The mini Retina is very personal I'd catergorize it. icon_rolleyes.gif
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post Feb 14 2014, 01:55 PM

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QUOTE(edwin1234 @ Feb 11 2014, 12:23 AM)
Thank you guys, i had receive  lot of opinion and really much appreciated.!! after i had reviewed all the opinion, i wish to add in 1 more situation in deciding whether go for ipad mini with retina display or ipad air.
Which is i already owned one ipad 3 aka The New Ipad.
Considering this in to my decision, should i get ipad mini with retina display instead of ipad air?
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The question you should be asking yourself is, will you still use the current iPad if you buy a new one? Are you placing any importance on portability? Do you carry any bags?

We cannot tell you which is best for you. You and you alone will know what you need it for and your usage habits. What is good for us may not be good for you and vice versa.
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post Feb 17 2014, 12:06 PM

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QUOTE(McFD2R @ Feb 14 2014, 01:55 PM)
The question you should be asking yourself is, will you still use the current iPad if you buy a new one? Are you placing any importance on portability? Do you carry any bags?

We cannot tell you which is best for you. You and you alone will know what you need it for and your usage habits. What is good for us may not be good for you and vice versa.
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I have iPad 2, iPad 4 and my most recent iPad Mini Retina and I must say the size of the iPad Mini is perfect.

Although the new iPad Air is significantly lighter for the bigger screen, but having experience with the larger screens, I think they're slightly bulky. I love the screen size of the mini and accessibility/portability is not an issue. Maybe that's just me, but if you are a casual user/gamer, iPad Mini would be perfect for you.

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post Feb 18 2014, 11:55 AM

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QUOTE(edmkec91 @ Feb 17 2014, 12:06 PM)
I have iPad 2, iPad 4 and my most recent iPad Mini Retina and I must say the size of the iPad Mini is perfect.

Although the new iPad Air is significantly lighter for the bigger screen, but having experience with the larger screens, I think they're slightly bulky. I love the screen size of the mini and accessibility/portability is not an issue. Maybe that's just me, but if you are a casual user/gamer, iPad Mini would be perfect for you.

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Are you replying to me or TS? tongue.gif I have the Mini Retina already, so I already know what I wanted laugh.gif
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post Feb 18 2014, 11:56 AM

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QUOTE(McFD2R @ Feb 18 2014, 11:55 AM)
Are you replying to me or TS?  tongue.gif  I have the Mini Retina already, so I already know what I wanted  laugh.gif
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Replying to everyone reading. tongue.gif
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post Feb 18 2014, 06:23 PM

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Actually if really ask here will have tons of answer. Lol. Just buy which suit u.

Mini- Smaller. . Easy to carry

Air. Easier to view and read.

I'm using mini cause usually I bring out to use.

 

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