

There are 3 storage sizes to choose from 16 GB, 64 GB and 128 GB in the most expensive model. Besides this, users can opt for a Wi-Fi only model or Wi-Fi and cellular model depending on the individual need. The models differ on storage size and communication ability. Needless to say the Retina display produces beautiful colors and is tack sharp. The Apple iPad mini Retina comes with a 7.9 inch LED backlit display with IPS technology and 326 pixels per inch. Design is kept similar to all Apple portables this generation with a sleek rounded chassis and familiar circular home button that contains the fingerprint scanner. There are 3 colors to choose from silver, gold and space grey.

The updated iPad mini 3 is a welcomed addition to the Apple family sporting current innovation but still being able to fit in one hand. Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: Negative: High price no MicroSD memory card slot colors range of the display. Positive: Beautiful aluminum case extremely high performance screen with great detail, brightness, contrast and color reproduction long battery life quality camera powerful and clear stereo sound. Hopefully we've summarised the strengths and weaknesses of Apple's new iPads effectively, but our last word would be this: if you heart is set on one of the new iPads, is portability or the screen your first priority? The two lines have got closer on both fronts, but the iPad Air remains the best option for a stunning visual experience, while the iPad mini 2 is a great buy if you want to slip a fast, powerful computing device in a handbag or rucksack pocket.Ĭomparison, online available, Short, Date: But the iPad Air has the larger screen to go with those activities - we'd rather edit movies on a 9.7in screen, and games are more immersive on the larger device. The A7 processor on the new iPads make them superb games machines, and ideal for photo and video editing, especially for the next few years as such apps get more demanding. If portability is top priority, the iPad mini 2 is still the best option, although the iPad Air is so slim and light that it's close to catching up the iPad Air can be used one-handed for quite a long time without tiring the arm, which makes it great for reading - although if that's all you want to do with your iPad, you could save some money and just get the old iPad mini. Which iPad would we recommend? Obviously that depends on your needs. IPad mini 2 Retina vs iPad Air comparison review: Which new iPad should I buy?
