I upgraded / traded in my mini 6 yesterday for the iPad mini (A17 Pro) 256 gb, plus cellular and I am not disappointed. I used the mini 6 as my main computer and the A17 Pro Mini will continue to be my main computer for the foreseeable future. The mini is great for trips, tooling about the city, chilling out at a coffee shop etc. I have been running the 18.1 Beta and found no issues, the mini doesn’t get warm so far as the mini 6 did. All in all the A17 Pro Mini I feel will be just right until the next upgrade, or Apple introduces an iFoldable.
I'm currently on a mini 5, it's done genuinely incredibly for 5 years, it's just starting to show signs of slowing down, especially since iOS 17 with the lockscreen stuff and iOS 18 in general. If the upgrade from 6 to 7 is as impressive as you say it is, then i have no doubt the 5 to the 7 is a whole new level! Was very much looking forward to this video and i am not disappointed! :D
Yes, that will be a great upgrade from the mini 5! Especially if you value things like Apple Intelligence, extra RAM/memory, document scanning, and gaming!
Same here actually. I also have a mini 5 and like you said it is just starting to show signs of slowing down, especially with the new software updates from iPadOS 17 and 18. I also agreed that it did incredibly well holding up for five years because some devices actually starts slowing down way before then.
Just got mine and I’m already enjoying it thoroughly. Never had an iPad before today. Didn’t want the Pro, the Air was too big, this was the perfect form factor for me.
Upgraded from the 2019 5th Gen. Got myself a case, but still not sure if I’ll get a Pencil. Went with the base storage and the darkest colour - not a fan of pastels. Looking forward to trying the AI when it gets released in the UK. Thanks for the content.
I had the mini 6. I picked up the mini 7 yesterday. I had the base 64 gig model and wanted more storage. The 7 comes with 128 gig base, double ram, faster processor and all for the same price as the 6, sign me up. Also, i traded my 6 into BestBuy for $260 reducing my out of pocket cost…I figured this value will only get lower so might as well do it now! Disappointed i had to upgrade to the pencil pro, but i guess i would have bought it eventually.
Still 500 nits? That’s bad engineering! Bezel around the screen still to big. Apple should go Pro with this mini and launch a SE as well. Aka a slightly higher price for he Pro. And lots less for the mini SE.
I have a 128 gig mini 4. People spent 499.00 for a mini 6 with 64 gig. There was a 150.00 difference between that and 256 gig. On the new I pad there is a 100.00 difference. I am going to buy the 256 gig as I plan to have this iPad a long time. My 128 gig mini 4 lasted 9 years. With AI, you don't know how much memory the other apps are going to eat up so you are covered in that regard. Oh and for the people who don't think this tablet is a seller, Amazon in UK sold out of Wi-Fi only versions, then though the UK customers are denied a plug with their purchase!
I’ve been a fan of iPad mini since gen 1. Been upgrading by skipping a generation until from 5 to 6 because there were lots of upgrade. For now, I’m gonna skip the 7 and wait for the 8. Not enough reasons for me to upgrade.
I just bought this one and I didn’t have one before but this is a good comparison. I have the iPad Pro 12.9 in from 2022 and wanted the mini more for games. I use my pro for creating my thumbnails, school work and watching movies/youtube.
3:32 that is the spot that any iPad mini that's going to bend will bend there. Also, I find it coincidentally deceptive to change the name from iPad mini (x) to iPad mini (A17PRO). It gives the impression it's a "Pro" version. All the other upgrades (WiFi, BlueTooth, RAM, SSD, USB-C 10Gb/s, etc). No need for 120hz or OLED, that may come out as a real "Pro" version and with increased pricing. The Mini is a good form factor for me, the 11" is too big for everyday use.
Hey man. It'd be a good idea to blur out the serial numbers on the back of the ipads :) some folks could use them potentially to scam people by selling a fake ipad mini with those serial numbers Also the IMEIs in the scans 5:35 love your videos btw
@@BrandonButch, but AirPods maxes were not advertised as a new gen, they were just “refreshed” cuz of the eu laws to replace lightning with usb C. iPad mini, on the other hands, was an upgrade, which even says in its name (a17pro), but it’s so minor, they could’ve at least made the screen pro motion for games
@@Saypov This isn't a pro device, it'll likely never get ProMotion. That's what the iPad Pro is in the lineup for. I do think it’ll get OLED next, though
Is anyone else holding hope they've got a pro mini coming, or something? It's just interesting they went with "iPad Mini A17 Pro", rather than "iPad mini 7th generation". Makes it seem like there could be others sitting alongside it...?!
I have no iPad Mini at the moment, but still deciding. It's a great device for note taking for my use case and watching videos. The document scanning also seems appealing. Honestly, I don't mind the 60Hz.
Watching on my 7 and I love it, I can’t compare it to any others as it’s my first but I definitely prefer it to my 2018 Pro with Magic Keyboard in terms of weight. For my needs it’s perfect, I can definitely tell the difference with the display but the only game I play on it is Clash Royale and there’s zero difference with that. I wanted AI but didn’t want to ditch my 13 PM as I prefer there notch and love the phone so this I’d the gets me what I want.
I’ve been watching a few reviews now, and notice that some models have the signal bands on the top/bottom and some don’t, like this one. Is the difference if it’s WiFi only vs WiFi/cellular ?
Not having a 120Hz refresh rate screen in 2024 is disgraceful. Even worse when 200 dollars phones do have it. After 3 years, should be better. At least an 18 Pro, better screen, and Stage Manager when plugged to an external display (Samsung offers Dex on phones, but you can’t have something similar on iPads 🤦🏻♂️). I’m just hoping Apple releases a new model that change sizes when you press a button. Because you know…. Go for the Pro… 😂
I have not been impressed with the mini 6. Like the size, don’t like the under performance. It wasn’t worth $500.00. I don’t see a compelling reason to flip to the mini 7. Seems to be Apple going through the motions, without major substantive improvements. And, I am an Apple person.
I think many will! I wonder if Apple Intelligence will entice people to upgrade later this year/next year. For me, all it took was always seeing that "low storage" popup to know I needed to upgrade 😭
A18 doesn’t have any exclusive features over A17. Now we know the mini isn’t getting Stage Manager anytime soon, likely due to the small screen as I thought when it was introduced in iPadOS 16 in 2022.
I'd say yes, if you want a smaller form factor. The latest 11" Air is only $100 more than the mini, so that makes more sense if you want to stick with the larger display
It’s more then 10 years ago Apple launched the mini. And upon till today it still has a 500 nits screen. That really s*cks! This means you still cannot take it outside on a bright or sunny day. After 12 years no progression here. That’s bad engineering!
yup... exactly THIS! and it's the only issue i have with my mini 6. i don't need a 120hz screen.... i'll take it when it's like 1000nits and comes with 120hz, ok nice topping on the cake.
The device itself is not crap, it is better than the old one. It’s just not a massive upgrade you may have liked. And for those who didn’t get the 6 this may be ideal upgrade
Did you pick up the iPad mini 7? I seem to be in the minority who thinks this IS a worthy upgrade from the 6!
I got it yesterday and I think it’s very easy to carry around. I like it
im thinking about upgrading from a ipad mini 6 to a mini 7. I also think the ipad mini 7 is a good upgrade!
@@robloxmoviemaker nice! What do you mainly use it for?
Nah I’ll be getting the iPad Air for Xmas
I did and it’s the goat!
I upgraded / traded in my mini 6 yesterday for the iPad mini (A17 Pro) 256 gb, plus cellular and I am not disappointed. I used the mini 6 as my main computer and the A17 Pro Mini will continue to be my main computer for the foreseeable future. The mini is great for trips, tooling about the city, chilling out at a coffee shop etc. I have been running the 18.1 Beta and found no issues, the mini doesn’t get warm so far as the mini 6 did. All in all the A17 Pro Mini I feel will be just right until the next upgrade, or Apple introduces an iFoldable.
I'm currently on a mini 5, it's done genuinely incredibly for 5 years, it's just starting to show signs of slowing down, especially since iOS 17 with the lockscreen stuff and iOS 18 in general. If the upgrade from 6 to 7 is as impressive as you say it is, then i have no doubt the 5 to the 7 is a whole new level! Was very much looking forward to this video and i am not disappointed! :D
Yes, that will be a great upgrade from the mini 5! Especially if you value things like Apple Intelligence, extra RAM/memory, document scanning, and gaming!
Same here actually. I also have a mini 5 and like you said it is just starting to show signs of slowing down, especially with the new software updates from iPadOS 17 and 18. I also agreed that it did incredibly well holding up for five years because some devices actually starts slowing down way before then.
The new design and bigger screen size alone is worth it!… it’s also slightly smaller physically and lighter than the mini 5 by a hair
I’ve never had an iPad mini, looks like my patience paid off in my case lol.
Just got mine and I’m already enjoying it thoroughly. Never had an iPad before today. Didn’t want the Pro, the Air was too big, this was the perfect form factor for me.
Upgraded from the 2019 5th Gen. Got myself a case, but still not sure if I’ll get a Pencil. Went with the base storage and the darkest colour - not a fan of pastels. Looking forward to trying the AI when it gets released in the UK.
Thanks for the content.
I had the mini 6. I picked up the mini 7 yesterday. I had the base 64 gig model and wanted more storage. The 7 comes with 128 gig base, double ram, faster processor and all for the same price as the 6, sign me up. Also, i traded my 6 into BestBuy for $260 reducing my out of pocket cost…I figured this value will only get lower so might as well do it now!
Disappointed i had to upgrade to the pencil pro, but i guess i would have bought it eventually.
You must have traded it in a long time ago since I just looked up the trade in value for my iPad mini 6 256 with cellular and they offered $180
Thanks for sharing. I’m still deciding. Blessings on your day.
Still 500 nits? That’s bad engineering!
Bezel around the screen still to big.
Apple should go Pro with this mini and launch a SE as well. Aka a slightly higher price for he Pro. And lots less for the mini SE.
I have a 128 gig mini 4. People spent 499.00 for a mini 6 with 64 gig. There was a 150.00 difference between that and 256 gig.
On the new I pad there is a 100.00 difference.
I am going to buy the 256 gig as I plan to have this iPad a long time. My 128 gig mini 4 lasted 9 years. With AI, you don't know how much memory the other apps are going to eat up so you are covered in that regard. Oh and for the people who don't think this tablet is a seller, Amazon in UK sold out of Wi-Fi only versions, then though the UK customers are denied a plug with their purchase!
Upgraded from Mini 5
My daughter uses her for Duolingo and to make movies. She’s 8. I’m thinking to go higher end for her 9th.
Very nice use-case!
Pfff!...what a story. What contribution you just made. I’m telling you.
Woah! I think you’re the first reviewer I have seen that broke Final Cut Pro available on the iPad mini 7. Nice Job!
I traded in my mini 6 for the new mini 17 pro. In blue.I also got $230.for my 6.
US: $499 = €460,80
EU/NL: €609 = $659,49 (tax 21% incl.)
...something is off set here.
I’ve been a fan of iPad mini since gen 1. Been upgrading by skipping a generation until from 5 to 6 because there were lots of upgrade. For now, I’m gonna skip the 7 and wait for the 8. Not enough reasons for me to upgrade.
I just bought this one and I didn’t have one before but this is a good comparison. I have the iPad Pro 12.9 in from 2022 and wanted the mini more for games. I use my pro for creating my thumbnails, school work and watching movies/youtube.
FYI: There's many channels showing that the jelly scrolling wasn't fixed in iPad mini 7
3:32 that is the spot that any iPad mini that's going to bend will bend there. Also, I find it coincidentally deceptive to change the name from iPad mini (x) to iPad mini (A17PRO). It gives the impression it's a "Pro" version. All the other upgrades (WiFi, BlueTooth, RAM, SSD, USB-C 10Gb/s, etc). No need for 120hz or OLED, that may come out as a real "Pro" version and with increased pricing. The Mini is a good form factor for me, the 11" is too big for everyday use.
Hey man. It'd be a good idea to blur out the serial numbers on the back of the ipads :) some folks could use them potentially to scam people by selling a fake ipad mini with those serial numbers
Also the IMEIs in the scans 5:35
love your videos btw
Hmmm…perhaps the most minor update I’ve ever seen with an Apple Product? More like iPad mini 6.1.
Minor? Nearly everything changed internally. AirPods Max = the most minor Apple update ever.
@@BrandonButch, but AirPods maxes were not advertised as a new gen, they were just “refreshed” cuz of the eu laws to replace lightning with usb C. iPad mini, on the other hands, was an upgrade, which even says in its name (a17pro), but it’s so minor, they could’ve at least made the screen pro motion for games
@@Saypov dude fk gaming with apple! it's apple.... if you want a mobile gaming device use a different one.
@@SirMopy , iPad mini is literally the most comfortable thing for gaming
@@Saypov This isn't a pro device, it'll likely never get ProMotion. That's what the iPad Pro is in the lineup for. I do think it’ll get OLED next, though
Can I use the iPad mini 6 Smart Folio on the iPad 7?
Trade in & education discount bring it to around $250.
now that's a good deal
Best buy offered me $260 for a trade in of my 64gb mini 6
Is anyone else holding hope they've got a pro mini coming, or something?
It's just interesting they went with "iPad Mini A17 Pro", rather than "iPad mini 7th generation". Makes it seem like there could be others sitting alongside it...?!
I have no iPad Mini at the moment, but still deciding. It's a great device for note taking for my use case and watching videos.
The document scanning also seems appealing.
Honestly, I don't mind the 60Hz.
Still has jelly scroll just not as bad as mini 6.
you only see it if you go full slow motion with your own eyes WHICH IS NOT POSSIBLE DUDE
2:36
Let’s talk about new design…
@michaeltelegin34 - Isn't that amazing?! 😅😅😅
@@GPDF innovation
why can he talk about the design part for so long
Anyone know if its worth upgrading to this model from my iPad mini 6?
I’ve seen other videos of people clearly showing jelly scroll is still a thing.
He didn’t say it was gone, just improved
Awesome review!
thanks!
3:01
Id like the iphone to say iphone on the back, like these mini’s
Watching on my 7 and I love it, I can’t compare it to any others as it’s my first but I definitely prefer it to my 2018 Pro with Magic Keyboard in terms of weight. For my needs it’s perfect, I can definitely tell the difference with the display but the only game I play on it is Clash Royale and there’s zero difference with that. I wanted AI but didn’t want to ditch my 13 PM as I prefer there notch and love the phone so this I’d the gets me what I want.
I’ve been watching a few reviews now, and notice that some models have the signal bands on the top/bottom and some don’t, like this one. Is the difference if it’s WiFi only vs WiFi/cellular ?
only cellular model has that
Hey Brandon, am I still PISSED 😡 about the waiting list for the playground Genmoji waiting for a whole day for it still nothing
So is this a iPad mini 7th generation? I am still going to get it but just want some clarity
yes
i’ll patiently wait for a better screen
You don’t get a plug in the UK, just a usb c cable
As soon as they include 120hz they can take my money
My image generator waiting list is still a no show. It’s been a day and I’m still waiting.
So is almost everyone's, apparently only the TH-camr Reviewers are getting it for now
@@Techreviewsandinformation-x7v ah. Well THAT sucks. That’s all I been waiting for!
@@Techreviewsandinformation-x7v false. It has nothing to do with who you are. Many are still waiting, TH-camrs included
So I've got a mini gen 6 with 256gb storage. Do you still think it's worth upgrading? BB will give me $350 credit for my iPad mini.
It looks like you are not convinced about your own question. In that case the answer is NO.
Is anyone else having their iPad min i7 randomly reset itself when not in use but screen still unlocked?
After 3 years it doesn’t even get the current iPhone’s chip like the last one did lol
The only difference is the chip. That’s it. That’s what I saw on the website.
Use the actual “compare iPad” section of the website
Wrong
Obviously didn't pay attention to all the spec updates..lol
Think you are the ONLY smart guy? When you say 'Everyone is WRONG', you are absolutely WRONG!
Can u check JellyScrolling bug, if still there on iPad Mini 7?
1 = 1 push-up
I’ve just realised! The iPad mini 7 doesn’t have the landscape camera design that the other iPads have!
Had or have?
no shit, because it's hold 90% of the time in portrait mode, that's also why it has bigger bezels..........
@@theblackhand6485 Just edited to say have.
For FaceTime portrait mode is better IMO.
That Blue from the iPad mini Looks more gray than the gray on my iPad.😭 Damn Apple and their soft Colors 😅
Yep, just like the Air lol
From what I’m seeing, it’s not worth the upgrade. i’ll stick to my iPad Mini 6
Not having a 120Hz refresh rate screen in 2024 is disgraceful. Even worse when 200 dollars phones do have it. After 3 years, should be better.
At least an 18 Pro, better screen, and Stage Manager when plugged to an external display (Samsung offers Dex on phones, but you can’t have something similar on iPads 🤦🏻♂️).
I’m just hoping Apple releases a new model that change sizes when you press a button. Because you know…. Go for the Pro… 😂
I have not been impressed with the mini 6. Like the size, don’t like the under performance. It wasn’t worth $500.00. I don’t see a compelling reason to flip to the mini 7. Seems to be Apple going through the motions, without major substantive improvements. And, I am an Apple person.
I wonder why Apple decided to name it by its chip as opposed to the generation?
Likely for consistency with Macs, but Macs include the year and iPads don’t.
Deceptive marketing? People see "Pro" in the title and get excited.
Looks pretty cool
it's awesome tbh. Can actually use it one-handed
10:40 the AAA games will be available now on the mini 7
Assasins Creed Mirage
Death Stranding
Resident evil 7 8 4
and more
I’ll keep my mini 6 😅
I think many will! I wonder if Apple Intelligence will entice people to upgrade later this year/next year. For me, all it took was always seeing that "low storage" popup to know I needed to upgrade 😭
No no you give it to me! 👻
If it's not iPad mini 7 then why everyone naming it mini 7. 🤷
Ummm iPad mini 6 has 5 icons across the screen and 7 has only 4, am i wrong?
That’s a settings difference
I was thinking about buying the ipad mini and was expecting it will come up with A18 or A18 pro but A17 pro deal breaker for me, so change my plan
🤣
A18 doesn’t have any exclusive features over A17. Now we know the mini isn’t getting Stage Manager anytime soon, likely due to the small screen as I thought when it was introduced in iPadOS 16 in 2022.
It’s also 230 for my 256 gigs mini 6… that sucks
If you want stickers you have to go to a Apple store and ask for them
yep. They're on their way out 😭😭
Is the new iPad a good upgrade for a iPad Air 3?
Spend a little more money and get an iPad Air with an M series chip.
I'd say yes, if you want a smaller form factor. The latest 11" Air is only $100 more than the mini, so that makes more sense if you want to stick with the larger display
WTF they offered me $230 for my 256gb version.
Why do some iPad minis have no led flash?
Because these are from an older generation (?). This wasn’t that hard to find it. The future has still to arrive!
Waiting for a iPad MINI PRO
I know it’s coming in 2026 but i’m going to wait. Im using a iPad MINI 3 😊
HOW??
Truly the sweet spot in size.
Why everyone is yapping 500$ device it's not 1000$ 4gb to 8gb ram 128rom to 256rom no jelly scroll A15 to A17.
Any news on 14.1 inch iPad Ultra Pro 2TB M4 chip I am desperate to upgrade from iPad 6 Pro please
iPad Ultra?
14.1"? Not seeing any rumors that have held water on that. the 13" is incredible--you can get that!
I can’t even get a trade in quote from Best Buy because it’s down lol
lol no Apple trade-in?
@@BrandonButch If they offer more that will have to be the move! Currently $230 Apple. Will see what Best Buy says.
@@sleeprene For sure! Keep me posted, that will be awesome if it's more
Best Buy gave me $260.00 upgrade from the Mini 5 64gb.
@@ljacobs357 in person or online? Says they’re undergoing maintenance sadly. I’d like to trade in Mini 6 64GB so $260 sounds great
Me on my iPad mini 2…
Hi,Brandon!
hey Andy! Hope your day is going well
@@BrandonButch I’m doing great Brandon hope all is well with you
Hi. We are doing great too!
This is Ryka
Let’s go Brandon lol
🤣 what's up Ryka! 🙌
What’s uppp
It’s more then 10 years ago Apple launched the mini. And upon till today it still has a 500 nits screen. That really s*cks! This means you still cannot take it outside on a bright or sunny day. After 12 years no progression here. That’s bad engineering!
yup... exactly THIS! and it's the only issue i have with my mini 6. i don't need a 120hz screen.... i'll take it when it's like 1000nits and comes with 120hz, ok nice topping on the cake.
we don't need mini 7, we need mini pro with pro motion as a gaming device XD
Yeah that'll never happen lol. We can dream!
@@BrandonButch For now I will stick to iPad mini as a kindle and 12.9 iPad Pro as moba device I guess😂
Definitely want a mini pro. It would be perfect!
If Apple made a Mini pro, people would complain about the price.
@@educated_guess It’s meant for people that can afford it so even if they complain I would still buy it
It's a bullshit upgrade. Stop shilling this crappy device. It's not worth it.
The device itself is not crap, it is better than the old one. It’s just not a massive upgrade you may have liked. And for those who didn’t get the 6 this may be ideal upgrade
That’s just the words of a hater 🙄
why are always the guys who aren't using the mini so big mouthed and full of hate?! YOU DON'T EVEN USE AND OWN THE DEVICE!!!!!!!!!!!
I believe it’s a good purchase for myself, I’ll definitely pick one up.
so because it's not meant for you, it's a bad and crappy device? Cmon now, you aren't the only customer in the world
512 GB is nice but if you have a large iTunes library, you need at least one terabyte of storage or 2 TB in order to download it all.
Apple Music ftw! No worry about music storage here
It’s the same
🎉Brand is a Good Brand❤
👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿
was waiting on you
@@BrandonButch sorry I disappointed you…try to do better and comment quicker 👍🏿
Picked up an iPad Mini 6 months ago, and I’m loving it! So glad I did not wait for the 7. The ‘upgrades’ are not worth it for me.
Jelly scrolling is the same on the new mini too
dude.................... you are not the brightest light in the darkness, huh?!
Slightly reduced ... only took them 3 years
😔
I have a mini 2
...in slooooooow mooooootion, with hardly no RAM, no updates, and a bad battery! ...me too 🙈
Security updates ended last year.
Got the mini 7, first mini I ever owned appreciate form factor but 60hz is straight trash..
I’d get it if it had pro-motion
I don’t think ProMotion will ever come to anything non-Pro hence the name. Apple Pencil Pro seems to be the only exception.
Why would the Mini get Pro Motion when the Air doesn’t even get it?
Super disappointing they couldn’t (didn’t) get at least a M1 chip in it.
Lol
Super minuscule difference. Just another iPad Same.
lol not at all
Explain
First
nice!
My daughter uses her for Duolingo and to make movies. She’s 8. I’m thinking to go higher end for her 9th.