THE PERFECT COMBO! iPad Air 4 and M1 Mac Mini
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Should you buy the iPad Air 4 and the M1 Mac Mini? A lot of users immediately jump to higher-end models, but Today I’m going to tell why the #M1MacMini and the #iPadAir4 are a perfect combo for someone who’s looking for performance at a great value. I’m also going to talk about why I think these two devices compliment each-other so well and why the iPad Air 4 is my favorite accessory for the Mac Mini.
There are more powerful options from #apple, and if you’re editing 8K video on your desktop or if you want more portable power - then you should look at other options.
But if you’re an everyday user who still wants that extra performance so you can play around with photo and video editing, and do everything from browsing the web, streaming movies and music, doing typical office-type work and even some mobile gaming, these are all you need.
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What's up everyone?! I hope this M1 Mac Mini and iPad Air 4 video was helpful. Did I cover what you wanted to know? What else did you want to see or learn about?
Would love to know what you think. Is this a pair of products that you would buy? Would you rather get an iMac or an iPad Pro?
can you use a mac mini with just an ipad air and no external display??
Can you make a video on brydge new keyboard for iPad Air 4
Because I have it and have ordered a apple pencil
Thank you, geat video! I just bought both of these a week ago (first computer purchases in 7 years) so very satisfying to know I was on the right track! Curious about using Luna display to enable headless (or at least untethered) use of Mac mini while at home but not at my desk. Is this realistic now? Would love some clarification about the distinctions between sidecar, universal control, and Luna display. Thanks again!
Very good video.
Bought iPad Air4 256gb version and we are very happy with it.
Just orderded the M1 Mac Mini 16gb 512gb.
Thanks again for the valuable advice, and have a great day!
I’ve been thinking about buying the Mac Mini after having my Air 4 almost a year now. Perfect timing on a very relevant video for me.
I forget my ipad air 4 passcode, any one help me please😭
@@subisooraj6207 So you didn't write it down somewhere?
@@Player16 no bro
@@Player16 can u help me?
@@subisooraj6207 Have you been saving your info in iTunes?
As far as the iPad Air goes…this should only apply to the 64gb version…if ur gonna get the 256gb version…just get the 128gb pro.
Agreed
I feel I need 256 for apps on board, so 11” pro it is
M1 iPad’s capabilities is worse than underutilized, it’s actually being capped by iPad OS. Believe me, I’m lusting after the 12.9” iPad, but I can wait until the software catches up to the hardware. With that in mind, I’m leaning heavily towards the basic iPad (with 128 GB storage) until then. With the money saved, the Mac Mini looks like it will take up the slack.
@@MarcosElMalo2 yeah I feel ya. We need FCPX and the entire Adobe suite and stuff like that on there with that m1 chip as well as better file management and no ram capping
yup
Thanks for your good advice! I got an iPad Air 4, Logitech keyboard case in the Tomtoc folder and this has completely changed how I work with my clients. Also having an M1 MacBook Pro, I have a dual screen system that fits into a small backpack!
That’s the exact setup that I have for my home office :) I’m really happy with the performance of the M1 on the Mac Mini. It hasn’t disappoint and I usually have tons of browser tabs, Powerpoint windows, Excel spreadsheets, Microsoft Outlook, Mail, Slack, Microsoft Teams, Spotify and random apps running all at the same time. And when I need to move around, I’ll grab my iPad Air and continue working as most of the apps that I use daily are cloud-based productivity apps. The Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil are great accessories to ensure that I can still be as productive as when I am at my work desk. I love how everything just works cohesively.
Since you have this setup can you please tell me if you can manage to operate your Mac mini using only the iPad and the Magic Keyboard? Do I need an extra keyboard?
The problem with the iPad Air is storage. It only makes sense with 64GB. Once you upgrade to 256GB, it's better to get the 11'' iPad Pro with 128GB for $50 more.
hey sergio! yeah that's the problem but i have been using the iPad Air 6 Mini 64gb + Sandisk 512GB Portable SSD.
it's just work fine
@@rifna5482 That is a good solution, though I don't know if you can install games and other executables on an external SSD on iPadOS.
Man, you always confirm my ideas and plan of action for setup upgrades. I love the iPad Air 4 with Magic Keyboard. I am looking into buying a Mac Mini soon and using it along side my work laptop for personal work. Thanks for making my decisions easier!
Great plan. So glad I could help!
I subscribed to your channel today after binge watching your videos (especially 6 months later and ten days videos with compressions). Your interactions with viewers are really top level and informations are really useful. And have to say I really like your way of reviewing, you know like "this feature is good but will you be using it as a casual user?" this approach is really useful. Hope to see you with even more viewers and subs.😊
Appreciate you for taking time to leave feedback! Thank you for being part of the channel!
Thanks for the video!!! And yes please, make a video of the iPad as an additional display!!!
I’m glad you made this video, I was considering this exact setup
Glad I could help!!! It's a great combo. Thank you for being part of the channel.
Great tips! I’m using the M1 Mini as my main editing machine now (using my MB Pro 15” for on-the-road or kitchen table/island work. Very sensible points you make, and your advice about the Mini to get helped me a lot.
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Chanced upon your video recently. Then it keeps coming up on my feed. I must say you have high quality production videos that gives sound advice to consumers like us who are researching. Subscribed! Thanks for the great job!
Just bought this combo and the accessories cannot wait to put it together and try it out
I completely agree with your evaluation. Why an external SSD is good? Besides of already explained, you can easily migrate your data between different computers and versions. It is priceless.
Doing iPad Pro and Mac mini. Connected it to my tv as a monitor. Perfect combo for me.
Once again a wonderful and helpful video, chock full of pertinent information.
First time watcher, very well done & informative reviews, massive help to me, appreciate it, keep those Apple product reviews & info coming, subscribed.
As a new owner of an iPad Air 4 and also looking to buy a M1 Mac Mini, this video caught my interest. I'm curious about the sidecar stuff and how that would be of use. I'll mostly be using the Mini to compile XCode and am primarily considering the 16gb ram version to make sure it'll be useful for the next 5 years or so. Waiting to see if there are any Prime Day sales.
Bought the tomtoc carrying case for the Air 4 after watching your other video.. thanks for the suggestion. I'm torn on the Magic Keyboard as I mostly use the iPad for drawing and rarely would be typing anything.
Thanks for the useful videos!
Excellent advice that I need! 😃 Thanks for the video!
All of your videos are great. Extremely helpful and enjoyable to watch. You have helped my iPad and M1 Air thought process - a ton. Thanks!
I'm so glad I've been able to help John. Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback.
Great video! I can vouch for the IPad Air 4, don’t have the Mac mini yet. And yeah do a sidecar video, that would be interesting and helpful. Thx!
Hey man
I really love your channel Sagi, you provide so much valuable information and you have great personality with great positive attitude.
I have this combo and you are right, the best overall
This sounds like a great setup to me!
I am a student and currently rocking an Ipad air gen 3 and very satisfied! It has completely blown my away. What was intended to be a youtube and light web-browsing machine has completely replaced my laptop, notebooks and textbooks.
I still use my PC with dual monitors for heavier productivity and study sessions but can easily see a Mac mini replacing my 1500$ PC for what I need. Those ecosystem features like universal control seem sweet.
I’d recommend getting a MacBook Pro, the price difference isn’t too much and the performance is similar, but you have the ability to travel with it.
A very valuable video. I already have the Mac Mini, and have been thinking about upgrading my ipad(s).
I just get my hand on ipad air 4 after months of watching your video, so far so good
CONGRATS!!!
I love that you mentioned that just because a machine is more powerful that it’s what someone should get. Especially in this climate, if you’re realistically not going to use the power and capabilities of a machine then it was a waste of money.
Personally, I LOVE my iPad Air 4 and don’t regret not getting an iPad Pro. I’m a casual user and I used the money I saved to get the Magic Keyboard so I feel like I win and of course Apple still won too.
Love your content, please keep up the great work!
I'm so glad that approach resonated with you and I'm grateful that you shared your thought process with me and the rest of the community 🙏
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts later as I just bought an M1 Mac Mini and 11 inch M1 iPad Pro.
You convinced me to buy iPad Air 4 😄 I was really into iPad Pro 11” M1, but it is pricey. So, I looked into some of your videos to decide whether to buy iPad 8 or Air 4. Your clear and on point explanation + “Buy it nice or buy it twice” played a big role to made up my mind hahaha. Plus you look a lot like Ross Geller from Friends lol 😂 now, You got a new subscriber from Indonesia. Thank you dude!
Great video. Very insightful and informative. Please do a video on side car review. Thank you-
Thanks for your information fir a perfect desktop solution. I never considered a mac mini. I have an iPad pro. With the combination of the Mac mini this will solve my issues. This setup will work for a great configuration for my desk. I'm also a IT student. Thanks
This video was amazing thank you so much
This combo will probably convince me to change from the old Lenovo in the Microsoft world to the Mac Mini used with my old 9.7” iPad Pro, or an update to the iPad Air 4. The size and convenience is a real winner for my computer use on my travels.
That’s exactly what I changed from
The perfect video I am looking for
Excellent video Sagi! Really helped make my decision to get the iPad air 4 with 256GB model, very good reasoning about the storage options!
So glad I could help!
Thank you, i upgraded from my nexus 7 2nd gen to my first ipad got the ipad pro M1 16gb not for the "pro apps" possibility but because i usually keep my devices for a long time i was on fence to use a mac mini or imac for "real work" with ipad as second monitor for those cases will order mac mini this week, still learning all the tricks with the ipad but your other videos have been a great help.
That looks like a nice slim setup!
How i wish I was a mac user, when I see things like these.
Who is preventing you to become one? Prices for those models are very accessible and if you get bored and change your mind you can still get a good deal on reselling.
I mean, buy what you need, just don't be a fanboy, use what is good, and what is good for YOU. I'm mainly a Linux user, but I also have windows and mac machines, don't limit yourself.
Hey!!
I'm watching your videos not only for the Apple gadgets, but the way that you speak is easily understanding and it's help me to learn english.
I'm from Brazil and I'd discovery your videos not so long ago.
Thanks for the content and keep doing your great job =]
That’s awesome! I’m so glad the videos are helpful in multiple ways!
This is a perfect combo. I cant decide between mac mini and macbook. But my problem was I also need ipad. Never thought this possible. Thanks.
I had the same dilemma, mini or air, but i decided to go with mini cz i got it for 599$, also i dont need that portability of air. I think that mini is the best value m1 mac. I would say that if u need portability def MacBook otherwise there is no point in air or pro. U would be better with ipad air 64 or ipad pro 128gig
Hey hai 👋
Loving the way you are explaining 👍
Thank you so much 😀 I appreciate you watching!
Another fantastic video thanks again
This is the first of your videos I have seen and am impressed by your presentation.
I appreciate you taking the time to leave such kind feedback. Thank you for being part of the channel!
Nice video! My first Mac is a 2012 Mini that I still use today and I agree with your point about maximising the RAM for the long run.
Thank you for the kind words! Great work on getting the most out of your 2012 purchase!
Thanks for the video - i am busy doing some homework, i am in need of getting a beefier machine because my macbook pro is dying haha - i am looking at the M1 mac mini or the M1 iMac, i am working in TouchDesigner, a CPU heavy (emphasis on the heavy) software, I've been leaning towards the Mini as the iMac seems more of a personal family desktop - so which would you recommend?
I have a Mac mini and iPad Air 4 and they work really well together. I do most of my work at my desk with the mini and have the iPad as a second screen where I’ll have things like emails and calendar. I didn’t need the features of the iPad Pro but I went for the 256gb air because 64 is not enough. Even though the step up to iPad Pro isn’t much more, I just didn’t need it the features so its better to have the extra storage and money. I was using a 2012 MacBook Air and needed an upgrade for uni. The Mac mini is perfect for a student, especially last year with so much studying from home, there just wasn’t a need to go for a laptop. Waiting for the new MacBook Air instead, fingers crossed for either a return of MagSafe or a third USBC.
Thanks for your videos! They are super helpful !
Glad you like them! Thanks for being part of the channel!
1:26 : Mac Mini Cost Interesting while has performance that "spoiler word" Absolutely Great
Thanks
Kudos, great presentation. It would be great if you dis a video on Sidecar. Keep it up😎
So for low Purchase Power country like Malaysia, you convinced me to stay for the lower one. I gotta say M1 Ipad is indeed very appealing, but the cost to own one is about 2-3 months of our local minimum wages.
Wow what was that stack of monitors … lovely idea and setup … thanks for showing that… like your videos thanks
I got the M1 Mac mini 16gb/1tb configuration because besides obvious long-term future-proofing, the onboard SSDs that are 1tb+ have a faster read/write speed than
Your speakers looks neat! can you share the model and if it is possible a review?
Yes, I'd really like to see a video explaining sidecar because I don't quite understand how to use it yet.
Just started the video and had to comment.. great voice.
Excellent analysis! Fortunate, I have both. Mac Mini and iPad Air 4Gen. Thanks for your wonderful video
Thanks for watching and for being part of the channel!
Great video and very applicable to my setup, just bought the Mini and I already have the 2018 iPad Pro 11”. A question, which photo editor are you using? At 09:18 you're swiping by it but I can't recognize the UI… Thanks!
No way!
I follow the motto: Buy it Nice, or Buy it Twice!!!
Basically my mom
Can I use the iPad Air to be my Mac Mini's monitor? Thanks. Great videos!!!!
Excellent, think I’m getting those two devices instead of an iMac and using my old keyboard and mouse with my old monitor for the time being.
I’d say go for it. I love the idea of the iMac but it not accepting external video inputs makes it a lot less versatile once you’re done with it.
If you are looking at iPad Air4 256G, you can probably also check the base m1 iPad Pro or even the 2020 version, 128G version is just slightly more expensive. Plus better speakers, more RAM and pro motion.
I have the M1 Mac mini and the iPad Pro 12.9 (2020)…perfect combo. I like the Air 4 as well but I prefer to have the larger screen of the 12.9. I would highly recommend upgrading the memory on the Mac Mini to 16g and purchasing a Satechi hub for more ports.
hi ...is the ipad touch screen or pencil still works when ipad is connected on mac mini or it needs keyboard and mouse for it..Thanks..!!
@@FolksUniverse I saw another review and touch screen and pencil do work
I’ve been sketching in the same 12” iPad Pro for a long time …. Just Wondering if softwares like toonboom work as they do on iMac , also if Apple Pencil can be used to draw on screen as usual
My perfect Combo: M1 iPad Pro 11” and iMac 27” 2019,
+ I have cheap windows Laptop in case If I need some windows app, but in reality I never use my laptop anymore.
I think iPad + Mac mini really great combo, or just iPad + some desktop computer.
For most cases ipad much more portable and comfortable than MacBook, so iPad great for some light and easy work + games and entertainment, web browsing.
And for heavy focused work much better to work at the desk / table, and for this purpose Mac mini or iMac suits perfectly.
Yes please! I want the Sidecar video!!
Hello,
Talking about video editing which software do you recommend I have a dji osmo action camera.
Thanks
Fantastic clean presentation 👏
Great review and for sure would be interested in a Sidecar deep dive!
I work from home in both a windows and Mac environment, so the Mac mini and a monitor that lets me switch back and forth is my set up.
FULLY AGREE WITH YOU MAN
I always get value out of your apple thought content! When do you think the next generation of the M1 chip will be available?
Which keyboard are you using with mac mini. It looks so sleek. Reply would be greatly appreciated.
Kindly make a video on side car, I would love to watch it!!
I am currently using a mid-2014 Macbook Pro and Wacom tablet. I do plenty of photography edits and occasional video edits using Capture One and Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects respectively. I plan to upgrade but am unable to decide between the iMac or Mac Mini. To go with the Mac Mini, I would need to get a monitor, keyboard, mouse, video cam (unless I use my Fujifilm X-T4), and speakers. I am wondering if it is still a worthy option versus getting the iMac. What would be your recommendation?
I have seen your section on using SIDECAR, with this option will you be able to connect two iPads? It would be very good if you made that video on how to expand the screen by adding an iPad
Every other youtuber makes me feel like I was an idiot for buying anything other than a ipad pro. You are the only one who gives practical advise for the non-pro community. Thank you! You have earned a like and a subscription.
ipad air 4 and 5 are superb devices. the only misgiving is that they don't have a 128gb model but it's definitely still a pro tool and sort of makes the case for a ipad pro a little unnecessary.
@@urthow yep. I paid extra for the 256gb version. 6gb doesn't make sense
Is the ipad touch screen or pencil still works when ipad is connected on mac mini or it needs keyboard and mouse for it..Thanks..!!
For the purpose of using the iPad as a second monitor for my computer - do you have recommend spending a few more bucks to use iPad Pro? Or do you think it'll be completely alright for my normal office work and note taking with an iPad Air 4?
I don't game, I don't do graphic designs
My budget can cover 256GB iPad Air 4 and 128GB iPad Pro. I imagine I can go for 256GB iPad Air 4, just want to know if I should lose some of the storage to go for better "power" on iPad Pro as a second monitor
Is it possible to use 2 iPad as dual monitor with Mac mini M1? If so kindly suggest me if any additional accessories required. Thanks
Hey, which monitor were you using in this video along with the mac mini?
Grand video. Very helpful. I received a Mac mini 8gb for Christmas. Can I use the iPad 11" pro for the screen on the Mac mini?
I'm stuck between whether I should get the 64GB or 256GB for iPad Air 4. I'll mostly be using it for college note-taking, some digital illustrations, procreate, and other post secondary projects. It would be really nice if u were to make a video on this and really break it down. Also, if paying for wifi + cellular would be worth the money? Thanks!
This guy knows what he's talking about!! SUBSCRIBED! After spending many hours comparing the pros and cons of various iMac models, and also as a college student who isn't interested in spending 2-3k on upgrading my computer set-up, I also chose these exact two models! I purchased the Ipad air back in November, during the holidays, for about $100 off retail! So basically the pencil was free, right? I just recently picked up an M1 mini due to its cost-effectiveness. My M1 macbook pro is what I bering to class, but it was also what I used at home. Adding the M1 mini has been a game-changer, I think everyone needs a solid desktop set-up, it's not the top-of-the-line iMac but it'll do for now. Great video and great advice!
I appreciate you watching and sharing your experience and perspective with the community 🙏🏻. Sounds like you have a great setup!!!
Great vid as always! If you haven't noticed already I noticed the spelling "stroage" in the text overlays while you're talking about the configurations. Keep up the good work!
I own the Air 4 and built a Gaming PC with some older 2017-2019 hardware but damn is the PC loud and gets warm. A Mac Mini sitting right next to my Monitor to use sounds excellent for doing everything else but PC Gaming for my needs.
I’ve got just about every Apple device on the market right now via my company and I think honestly, if I had to start from scratch as an average user, based on what I’ve seen, my employees need from a technology perspective, I would go with an M2, MacBook Air, and a iPad mini six.
The MacBook can do everything the Mac mini can do, but it can also be a grab and go solution for someone who needs to do more than what an iPad can do and the iPad mini, which I initially thought I would not like, I really enjoy for most of my content consumption and the price and performance is just right.
Can you help answer. If I go with this set up as a website designer mainly would the iPad work like a laptop ? As iOS can get tricky
Hi, can u suggest me how to use 2 iPad with Mac mini and accessories need for it. Thanks in advance
Hi will it sufficient for xcode use? Im working developer so I need this information.
I am still using my 10 yr old desktop worth 20k rupees or 270$. And it's working good for every day task. Most of the user's don't need that much cpu or you power which all youtubers advertise. Just go for desktop much better and cheaper ✌️
Great video! I always enjoy your editing. You do have two typos in the titles….”stroage” ;-)
Thank you for the kind words and for catching that.
I want to know how to use the sidecar between a Mac Mini and an iPad Pro. Please!!!
Great content 😮😊
Do you have a video of how to control the M1 through the ipad?
I had to like this video, because that's exactly what I've got!
Hey sir
Would love if you could make a video for students as it's graduation season
I hope u can figure something out
BTW great videos
Very informative
Also showed my dad some of your mac mini reviews and he got me one
Thank u for that LOL
CONGRATS!!!!
my M1 Mac mini and I are having a difficult time finding a compatibility scanner….what do you do when you need scan old family photos and documents? I am a big fan of all of your videos. I only bought when recommend!
I’m just getting started as a TH-cam content creator and voiceover artist. This means that I use both Audacity and Final Cut Pro every day. Would you recommend one of these two machines or something different?
Is the ipad air 4 with magic keyboard + m1 mac mini is good enough set up for my work?
I worked as a data wrangler in the film industry.
I transfer camera data to an external hard drives.
With using Side Cart do you need your main monitor to be turned on also?
Please tell me i just pick up my ipad any where at home and remote access my Mac mini?!
Hello, thanks for the video :) OS there a way to use the ipad 9 as the Mac mini's main screen?
Can you use the iPad (pro Mini) as interface (monitor, touchscreen, keyboard) for the Mac Mini?
This so helpful. Thanks so much for this. More power! 🤝🙌🏻 sub!