My iPad Mini Setup

[@BosuDX]

While your phone can do most of this, there's a psychological importance to having separate tools for casual things and work related things. It's one of the many reasons that people suggest not putting your desk in your bedroom as it mixes the work and relaxing spaces. Minimalism doesn't mean just having less stuff, it means the stuff you have has a distinct purpose.

[@enmass90]

It's the best iPad to use on the toilet as well

[@NicholasGarofola]

Agreed

[@keeganrasmussen977]

And that's why we all have pinkeye

[@KikoDeGuzman]

Couldn’t agree more

[@jb0og728]

Lol me reading this comment, using an iPad mini, while on the toilet

[@flowersgoodsmel8996]

Now we need angry birds for that😢😢😢

[@impaler101]

Your tech content is really interesting because unlike "tech" youtubers, you tell us normal people the things we really want to know, and the things that affect us as users. And, being aesthetically pleasing is always a blessing. Please keep the content rolling!

[@pauljakeman]

Agreed!

[@NicholasGarofola]

Dude I appreciate that a lot. I guess that’s a fresh angle to have when it comes to tech content

[@damnfreakingsien]

I agree, most tech youtubers focus on specs or features which holds little to no value. I just want to know how a device can make my life potentially better by looking at how other people use/setup their devices in order to maximise value.

[@hazyproduct1692]

nah the video isn't very informative

[@damnfreakingsien]

@@hazyproduct1692 I mean specs do hold value, but it’s only a fraction of actual user experience.
What is 120Hz when you have no adaptive refresh rate to conserve battery life.
What is bigger battery when your battery consumption is damn high.
There are many things not found on the spec sheet that heavily impacts user experience.

[@MikeKow80]

iPad Mini6 is the best iPad I've ever owned. Not too big, not too small. Easy to hold, easy to mount. It's a staple in my set up now and I use it for more and more every day.

[@blankearth5840]

I’m watching this on my iPhone 13 mini. The iPad mini (1st Generation) was my very first Apple device. I was a teenager and I used it like it was a phone and I used the hell out of it. It would fit in my pockets and coat pockets. I took it to concerts and didn’t really feel that bad recording with it due its smaller size. I took it everywhere and made hundreds of TH-cam videos with it. It was such a good device and it really showed how well it worked, probably because of its size and compactness. Now that they have a new one out with a fancy modern design, I should probably make it a comeback in my life

[@emilmaier2953]

Just got mine in the mail today. th-cam.com/users/postUgkxhcEDB3r-OJ3_X5hQzr7k1ZofTQy1ao_U The corners of the box was a little smashed but I think that’s more of the shipping’s fault. iPad was in perfect condition though. I ordered the yellow one thinking it was going to be a bright vibrant color. Instead I looks like more of a Gold color. I personally prefer the gold look. Definitely not disappointed but just a heads up to the ones expecting a brighter cream of yellow.

[@RJDuFour]

As a consultant in Productivity, Organization & Workflow - who has been using the iPad mini since the 1st Generation for both professional and personal uses - I ADORED this video. Well done from a simple, easily digestible content perspective, as well as the audio & video production. Well Done - and looking forward to more great content from you !

[@guinnevereschronicles2225]

The iPad mini 6 is my first mini ever. Before I did the trade in for it (I had the 11 inch iPad Pro before the mini), I was a bit skeptical, but it suprised me how powerful it is for a small device, and the portability of it is awesome. It’s definitely one of the best purchases I’ve ever did. I’ve been wanting to go smaller for years, but I didn’t know that the trade in option was a thing until 3 years ago, so it gave me a great excuse for when I want a newer model in the future, it gives me a great product, I get to save money, and I know my previous tech gets recycled for other things. I call that a win

[@genefactor007]

I love your name: Guinnevere's Chronicles. Gives me fantasy/adventure vibes. :) I too switched from a larger model iPad to the mini. I had the 2020 iPad Pro with the Magic Keyboard. It's an amazing device and, at the time, was my laptop replacement. However I ended up getting the Macbook Air and found that I rarely used my iPad. The mini serves as the perfect go between of my iPhone and Macbook. I carry this thing everywhere.

[@Joan6856]

I like your minimalistic views of the iPad I have the same model but mine is disorganized

[@bhrye570]

May i ask if your Instagram myday video button working? Mine doesn’t…

[@aliabdaal]

Loved this video :) new subscriber here 😊

[@NicholasGarofola]

I’m a HUGE fan of yours, this just made my week ☝🏻

[@pranjaljagtap8398]

🤩

[@parwazkhosa271]

no one cares abi

[@percuso2775]

@@parwazkhosa271 ali*

[@clivekingshott4323]

I bought the iPad mini yesterday, sold my iPad Pro 12.9 as it was not being used fully to its potential and I needed/wanted a smaller form factor for my academic work. The mini with my MacBook Air appears the perfect combination for me, still deciding what to keep on the mini, as all iPads have the “distraction factor”

[@112starwarsfan]

The most simplistic and aesthetic content ever. Loving it! ✨️

[@nemekSI]

PERFECT TIMING, I was in the market for an ipad mini so this was really nice to see how you got so much use out of it!

[@shanepalmer2008]

Love it! Definitely looking forward to the finance section in the future. I also agree with your statement on the features bundled in with the size. It does a lot in a small package while also being more comfortable to use than a phone in some circumstances. Keep up the great content! 😁

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thanks Shane!

[@parththakkar3408]

Love the Minimalism Life and Always Love Your video.❤️ (love from India)

[@Scarbuckks]

I was in the apple store earlier today buying an iPad Air and I messed with the mini a bit, and damn. What a perfect form factor, it’s like the field notes pads of tablets. I just wish it had an M1 to fit the new iOS 16 features

[@owpint3007]

Yes and a 120 promotion display r

[@damnfreakingsien]

regarding the folio, i think the smart folio is definitely the best option for an iPad mini!(I use an ESR folio, almost a clone but much cheaper) When in storage, it protects the ipad. But when I want to play games, a case tends to make the iPad very heavy to hold, so having the option to detach the folio and using it naked is really nice!

[@owpint3007]

Magnets

[@Muslim-uc2bh]

Didn’t know this brand, ESR, just had a look thank you, they even have cryo MagSafe car holder / charger, pretty interesting. One time on summer, with the GPS, my iPhone overheat and had to cool down before I could use it again

[@ljacobs357]

Things to understand about the Mini 6. It overheats in hot weather and then freezes. It has a poor display in bright conditions and many apps aren’t scaled correctly for the display including their built in keyboard. Finally, it has poor battery life. Other than the form factor and fast processor, the Mini 6 is a sub standard tablet at best. But fun to use.

[@ryandika4623]

This makes your ipad feels like a part of your daily life, part of the family. Great video!

[@bannedinhillvalley]

Link that wallpaper!

[@NicholasGarofola]

Looking for it currently 😅

[@goat8614]

Dude, your videos are MASTERPIECES.

[@NicholasGarofola]

You’re the goat!

[@fadilaaulia8bit]

thank you de gea

[@PassionCentreCanada]

I upgraded the case to a Zugu case and it's just great. Not only protection but the magnets and angles makes the mini perfect. I lost my pencil when I had the apple case but with this one the pencil sticks there tight and I cannot lose it now

[@neonpaintsplash]

I love mine as well! Paired with a matte screen protector it’s a solid setup👌🏼

[@architect7709]

Hello, Nicholas. I really appreciate your hard work & inspire people including me. Watching all of your videos felt like I'm not alone to have someone I listen to. Thank you, & take it slow.

[@benjijimenez3204]

I just got my iPad mini not that long ago, and I love it. The games are awesome on here!mine is space gray, Wi-Fi only and have 256 gigs. Starlight was my next option but I liked the space gray a lot.

[@darylang2575]

Loving my iPhone 13 mini & iPad mini. Alot of my frens said why don't u get the base iPhone 14/13. I just need small phone. iPad for daily normal usage. Both works hand in hand for a normal user like me that don't game/video stuffs etc.

[@thomaswinward]

You have a great style and your videos are really calming. Watched them over a couple of days and I can see how your filmmaking has improved over the last couple of years. Keep up the good work.

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thank you very much!

[@ART-wz8mp]

Ironhide games are by far my most favorite games off all time.. Apart from Kingdom Rush I've played their other games too, they're amazing! Including the Iron Marines ones which I am playing right now!

[@WesleyDechavez]

i love the iPad mini’s form factor! it’s my favorite size. it just makes sense.

[@davidmcivor2761]

For me when I want a truly portable device then having the cellular capability is a must, either a physical sim or activating esim, why would you restrict yourself to just WiFi?, it’s costs a bit more but I prefer it to wasting money on extra storage, with the cloud, google photos, a card reader dongle, there’s no need to store much on the device itself. The iPhone mini 13 & iPad mini 6 is an awesome combination, I haven’t touched a conventional computer in over six months, expensive yes but totally unique & niche.

[@amdbabu]

Love your videos. It is super zen feel to watch it. I love that pencil rolling in intro the best 🙂

[@ManapartOfficial]

This video is so relaxing and cool. Just enjoy watching and hearing it.

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thank you so much!

[@fannybernier5638]

I have the same and I love it!! So portable and easy to use.
Thank you for sharing your set up

[@NicholasGarofola]

It really is!

[@FKMV]

This is exactly why I want to upgrade to the new Ipad mini. When I bought the G1 Ipad mini this video was my intended use for it but the technology back then was lacking. Now that the new one is out I want to get it to increase my productivity and consolidate the tools/notebooks/books I carry around. Still pricey though and have a lot of things in life to juggle around. Thank you for the video!

[@DragonsinGenesisPodcast]

My Mini has replaced my Kindle, Field Notes, external monitor, teleprompter, and it’s my go to device for content. Great device.

[@dirtskirt]

Thanks, my focus is now again on the Ipadmini.

[@captureelvis5433]

Simple. Beautiful. Nice content ! Keep it rolling !

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thank you! Will do!

[@gamertancool2434]

Very nice video. 👍👍

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thank you 👍

[@aad7451]

My man! This is the first video of yours I’ve watched !! I love my iPad mini 6 so much that I was watching bunch of them on YT then I found your channel and I’m so happy I did!

[@Mr_Crypt]

I love this! My previous iPad Mini was very slow, I think this will be my next device to get. Especially with it's size, it's nice being able to fit it in pretty much anything.

[@NicholasGarofola]

It’s well worth it!

[@darwincruz20]

I have the iPad mini 6 as well. Love it for reading and watching

[@yonalvz]

I just bought this today. I got 12.9 iPad Pro this was a no brainer I love the size of the mini

[@srinidhi_ks]

I would love to give a shot to Procreate..Thanks for sharing💫 BTW I'm in love with simple animations which you include in these videos..❤ Also keep posting more on tech related content😀

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thanks so much!

[@Muhammed.Yaseen]

Came for the thumbnail, stayed for the graphy. And hey, you're really nice too! 😁

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thank you! 😁

[@kingsleytheking]

Amazing video and you reminded me what I got my iPad mini for. So thank you 😊

[@adventurelogs]

Nice practical video ❤, straightforward without a lot of chatty filler.
I have both the mini 6 and the iPad Pro 12.9 (3rd gen). I use my mini for ebooks that I know i will want to take notes (deep reading type notes) and my iPad Pro for everyday note taking and digital planning since the screen is bigger. If I ever decided I needed to trim down devices, Id probably say goodbye to my Pro however. The mini fits in my bag and can be held in one hand and is the one I take on trips with me to download photos from my cameras sd card. The pro never got the software that would turn it into a laptop replacement. Still useful, but left wanting.

[@Caprapro98]

I’ve been used my ipad for a month.. i love it.. i use it mainly for note taking… it replaces my paper book..

[@slimsimtv]

28k subs, congrats! i am proud of you! peace!

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thanks my friend!

[@alisongraceee]

I have a Mac, an iPhone, and an iPad mini but the one I use most is the iPad, don't know why but I think it can do what my phone and my laptop can do at a very compact size.

[@smartphonefilmmakingpro]

just stumbled across your channel, really like the content! Great quality and great value you provide.

[@delvekim417]

I enjoy watching various iPad mini reviews, and this video is one of the most pleasing ones to watch. Nice work! Gotta go watch other videos as well 👍🏻

[@hezekiahisrael5723]

you can mix together the iPhone and iPad with handoff and iCloud for a seamless experience between both devices so that you take one thing and pass it onto the other which is real cool because you can be watching a video on your iPhone and finish it on the iPad

[@Mirawut]

This guy make the "size matter" whole another level

[@FA7ALtheGOD]

I like how compact the iPad Mini is, sadly.. I'm not a fan of Apple ecosystem, more of a Samsung guy myself.. shame they don't make mini powerhouse tablets like these. I have a 8 inch tablet but its more in the midrange than anything else.

[@NicholasGarofola]

I can respect that. I’m sure Samsung has something similar in the works

[@Cilvasly_]

i have never seen a small youtuber like this with such good quality videos

[@nickthaskater]

This is why I got a Fold 4. One device to rule them all: phone, tablet (with S Pen), E-reader (in the actual form factor of a partially folded book), and thanks to being able to use the windows-based DeX interface, a desktop PC.

[@jesenjason]

thank you for making this video bc now I'm feeling more encouraged to consider myself one. Hope this will be the right decision for me.

[@ChrisDinGR]

This channel will grow huge the content is great! Hope you do more items you use i love them!

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thanks Chris!

[@owpint3007]

Just got mine today and I'm liking it so far

[@caelointheclouds]

This has been definitely an awesome video Nick! I purposely downsized to the iphone 13 mini so that I dont always want to be on my phone. The ipad mini is a perfect size for everything! Have a great weekend my friend 😉👍🏽

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thanks so much!

[@matheusphilipe7760]

I loved your channel, thanks 😅

[@amymaude5798]

Hi Nicholas, You crack me up "scissor kick the subscribe button" and in another one "enter the wrong code on purpose until it's locked out indefinitely"! Love your sense of humor! Keep it coming and Best Wishes!

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thanks so much 😊

[@TheLostAdventuress]

Down to earth facts 🎉 didn’t go over specs for the whole video lol thank you for a user pov review

[@fencers]

I just got my iPad Mini 6 yesterday after considering it for months!

[@timbethke5609]

Love my mini so much

[@akshitaggarwal265]

I am pleased with your cinematography so nice and simple i love it ;)

[@Bnhhgf]

But some people say the battery isn’t good is that right ?

[@Medic494]

Our phones can just do this for us. Lol it’s true but I love the iPad because its such a great compromise between a laptop and a phone. The portability and convenience of an iPad that a phone also has and the screen size, productivity, power, and ergonomics of a laptop is perfect for students and work flow. I use mine for school and I’ve never looked back. I hated pulling out my windows 17” laptop and carrying it around. Having a 4 hour batter life and constantly forgetting it’s not touch screen would suck.

[@beinghygge]

I've been watching all your videos from like 2 or 3 days back ever since I found your channel. I really love those handwritten titles and also the b-rolls. Also looking forward to the finance section.
Also just a suggestion, could you make a video on like some skills you learned that saved you money for example cutting your own hair.

[@NicholasGarofola]

Definitely planning on it 😄

[@atharvatyagi3095]

Great video

[@darkchocotony3391]

I love the music background you used here. Perfect match!

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thanks!

[@RameshKumar-ng3nf]

I am waiting for the iPad mini M1 . Would wanted more brightness to use in sunlight & desperately needed a faceid to unlock & also needed external monitor support . Ready to pay extra money for all this😃😃😃. Its unusable right now outdoors , tried ipad mini from a frd.
But Great.. Great.. portable device ❤️👌.
Your video was excellent 👏👏. Subscribed your channel. New to your channel 😊

[@TreavorUnion]

I just got a mini. Perfect timing.

[@TheAfterWorkChannel]

Was just looking at buying one today! If another minimalist has one that gives me the ok to get one… right? Haha 👀

[@NicholasGarofola]

Matt D’avella has one I think we’re good 😄

[@Al3xDk]

This is my first mini, I had multiple iPad and without any doubt this is best iPad i ever bought !
Now I’m dreaming of an iPad Pro mini with oled screen, m1 or m2, better camera and promotion. If they do that I can take the bet this will be the most selling iPad ever.

[@NicholasGarofola]

I agree!

[@CollectiveNarrative]

It's really nice to see this kind of tech setup & uses in daily life video

[@mignoncobra]

Yay! Team, ipad mini!!!

[@yash.icarus]

Love the aesthetics you put

[@mudd975]

Omg, i hadn't checked your other content but could immediately feel the minimalism in your set-up and video! Really getting the vibes! Loved it 👌🤩

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thanks!

[@adriencreations]

Clean setup and very nice production! Very inspiring thanks for sharing!

[@echoerica]

Another quality video! Thanks for some inspiration.

[@barnyO7]

Feels like your eyes speak to me the whole time. ❤

[@OLBastholm]

First time watching one of your videos, and it's definitely different. I like it!

[@NicholasGarofola]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@sage7056]

I also have an iPad mini. But I don't like the writing with an Apple pen. I still like paper better. Plus, I can do everything with my phone, so I don't use my iPad more often.

[@user-lv3cl3tc7b]

great!I love this video and iPad mini 6
thanks

[@seiji-kun9488]

The Folio cover is what makes me regret not waiting for the 6 after I got the 5. 5 is still great tho, even after 2 years of owning it.

[@MisterSingh]

This video is simply fantastic

[@mdubb4855]

"Nicholas Garofola" => "Minimal Nicholas"
Look forward to your suggested strategies for 20 hour air transits - 12 first leg, + 2 layover, + 5 hours final flight leg.
My mini only works for me if I use reading glasses that are stronger than usual.
A 10.2" iPad 9 works fine for me with MSFT Office IF I pair it with an accessory third party Bluetooth keyboard for the Surface Go - won't attach magnetically but includes a track pad unlike most iPad specific third party accessory keyboards.

[@_zz8]

love your vids. I follow you since 5k subs! love seeing such a good high quality channel growing so fast.

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thanks so much!!

[@jcbxci651]

Hey, I like your minimalism. The content, the way you talk, the cinematic, and image FX, you matched everything perfectly. 👌🏻
Btw, I wonder how or where do you make your image effects. I like to add that kind of touch on my keynote. 😍

[@NicholasGarofola]

I edit with Final Cut Pro 😊

[@sameenaarr9595]

Could you please do a video on what you use to film and edit? ☺️ it’s so easy to over do the equipment and lighting/editing etc so would love to see what you use as your quality is fab 😊

[@NicholasGarofola]

One day I plan on it 😄

[@zephyr3693]

Love the video! I always get the cheapest base model iPads but the mini has the best feel I hand and design imo. I hope apple keeps making them, I don’t get new iPads very often but maybe I’ll get one in the future.

[@NicholasGarofola]

I highly recommend 😄

[@florentin_muc]

great video dude

[@didymos32]

and ipad mini 6 with 1TB storage would be a dream 😊

[@NicholasGarofola]

Would be!

[@JKroger]

I really like your video style. I subscribed right after watching this one actually haha. Commenting to show support and appreciation!

[@NicholasGarofola]

I appreciate that!

[@starttofinishmediaco.2520]

Since the iPad mini has cellular, I thought about using my iPad mini as a cell phone LOL because the thought of owning a phone as well as the iPad seems redundant. Maybe you can do a video where you try to use your iPad mini as a phone for a day lol I'd love to see that

[@NicholasGarofola]

I've totally considered this, and I'm surprised more people don't do it already

[@gautambhatti5870]

Please Make video about minimal phone setup

[@NicholasGarofola]

Will do!

[@gautambhatti5870]

@@NicholasGarofola thanks 👍

[@alyssaburrell9866]

Truist is a decent banking app, surprised to see a TH-cam use it lol

[@caidenbenson8144]

I really enjoy watching your videos

[@theitalianwarrior9169]

I am actually searching something small like that for Reading PDF, write, planning, email etc. I will check on it.

[@dwimusudem7943]

Watching this in my awesome mini 5 💪🏽