2019 Apple iPad mini (Wi-Fi, 64GB) - Gold

This is so far the best and most advanced iPad that I have ever owned. As a brief history I have owned the iPad mini 3 and the iPad 5th generation. The new A12 chip makes this iPad so fast and fluid and is honestly more power than I will ever need in my day to day use of this product. I love that this iPad has a fully laminated display it makes reading on it so much better and of course it eliminates that annoying air gap that is on the budget iPad 5th and 6th gen. Another of the great features of this iPad is the True Tone display that adjusts the display to the lighting conditions of the room your in. This makes it much easier on your eyes when your using the iPad and it’s effects are in my opinion most notable when reading. The battery life on this iPad is excellent and the A12 chip is to thank for that since it’s very efficient, with how much I use it I can go for days on a single charge though of course your mileage will vary based on use and other settings. The mini definitely falls into an odd market as it has the same specs as the new iPad Air just in a much smaller form factor, so I’d definitely recommend the mini if you’ve got an older iPad and want to upgrade without breaking the bank and don’t mind the smaller form factor or even prefer your iPads in a more portable form. Also if your looking to buy an iPad for the first time and you want one that isn’t exactly a budget model but at the same time you don’t want to spend the kind of money it takes to get a pro model then the mini 5 might just be for you. I’m in the camp of people that prefer this smaller form as it’s easier to port around and if you read books on it it’s not going to tire your arm out like the larger models. The mini definitely has a viable market even in 2019 and I believe is worth a look if your curious about how an iPad of this size compares to the much larger versions that Apple sells.

I am a die hard mini user. They are by far the best iPads apple makes, And I’ve had several iPads - I’ve had the pro, the air, Something with a number two in it , I think I even have the original two I think I even have the original pad. But nothing beats a mini...nothing. They are the perfect size to hold, I use it for work, for home..everything ... my entire life is on my mini . It even manages to get me lai..... never mind..let’s move on. I had the Mini 4, which is the model before the this, and it’s been four years since 4 was released. I had pretty much given up on ever getting a newer one or getting to use the pencil with it. But Apple made the world right again, and we got this one in the fall— what an amazing upgrade. Super fast, lots of storage great screen, and the pencil people — the pencil! Apple Pencil is absolutely the best accessory I’ve ever had for my iPads ever. I used to think that kind of stuff was stupid because you have a touchscreen, so what do you need a stylus for? But I learned fast that the pencil ain’t just a stylus, it takes your mini to a whole new level. I have a notebook that’s endless -ENDLESS- on my mini... it makes me so happy.. I can take notes till I die. The design of 5 is exactly like the 4, which I think it’s kind of strange that they didn’t do some sort of upgrade to that, but the inside is totally different- like I said .. just an amazing upgrade. If you’re like me, and you are a diehard mini user, get this baby, cuz you’re gonna love it more than you love your children.

I've had a couple of small Android tablets for reading books and newspapers (via Kindle) and general web articles. This beats those tablets for three reasons. First, the pixel resolution is better. Second, the 4:3 screen ratio is better for reading compared to the 16:9 and 16:10 ratios on the other two tablets. Third, It looks to me that Amazon has better IOS than Android Kindle software. The Android software will sometimes get the pages of the newspaper messed up (NY Times) requiring the software to be reloaded. I have not seen that yet with this tablet. I bought the space gray color with the base 64G of storage. I did pay extra for the 4G capability because I had a low cost subscription from T-Mobile. The nano-sim quickly moved from my old tablet to this one. I have not tried their eSim option. The overall quality and feel is good but it does better wrapped in a slim no-slip case for carrying around. I'm using a Soke case. The screen is supposed to resist finger smudges but I don't think so plus it seems to be harder to clean. It's certainly pricey compared to other options especially when you opt for 4G. I probably would have bought the WiFi only version if I did not have such a good data subscription. I expect to keep this for several years so I hope the battery lasts or is easy to change.

Good ipad, still alive till this day. Bought years ago.

I’ve been putting off buying a tablet until I found one that suites my needs. The iPad mini 5 is that device. It’s battery life is prolific and coupled without a long recharge time will have you working or playing for hours. It’s small size, approximately 8” diagonally and 8” x 5” overall, is an asset without sacrificing screen size which is nice. Initially I worried about text size and color enrichment being diminished, but after using it for an hour these fears were allayed. Peripheral devices like mouse, keyboard and speakers hook up with ease. 256GB was a necessity for me since I opted for a carrier free iPad. My iCloud storage may make it a moot point but sometimes while traveling I don’t have time or WiFi to update and it’s nice to have that flexibility. Your preferences are easy to change depending on what you’ll use this device for such as brightness, screen time etc. I’m perhaps in the minority when it comes to fingerprint ID rather than facial recognition software given recent developments with privacy. The iPad mini five is probably the last iPad to have the fingerprint ID in lieu of facial recognition which to me was a selling point. I prefer strategy games such as Sid Meier’s Civilization which this device is more than capable of performing with good sound and enriching colors. Bluetooth devices sync well such as gaming controllers. The Camera is better than my iPhone 6s but is still weak. Although this is not a huge selling point for me since I use this device primarily for editing photos for my business which it does very well. Overall the iPad mini 5 exceeded my expectations and I chose this device over other competitors for its nimble design without sacrificing performance. I’m glad Amazon ended it’s IOS device embargo as their price was better than Target, AT&T and Apple.

My first iPad was the first generation iPad Mini. I loved it for reading books, and really started reading again when I got that one. I felt it was a bit small for surfing the web because things on screen ended up being smaller than my fingertips, but it was great for sitting down to read in a comfortable chair. I replaced that with a 1st generation iPad Air, which was great for surfing and for reading on a stand on a table, but was simply to heavy to comfortably sit in a chair holding it for hours to read like a book. I've finally replaced the iPad Air with the 5th generation iPad Mini, and what a difference it makes! The screen is much better than my old pre-Retina display 1st gen iPad Mini, and I can again sit and read for hours in a comfortable chair rather than sitting at a table with the iPad on a stand. It is also significantly faster than my aging iPad Air, so everything just runs smoothly. I'm really happy that I finally upgraded, and hope it proves to be as reliable as my 1st gen iPad Air that is still chugging along after 6 years.

The iPad Mini 5th Generation, or otherwise 2019 model is a worthy successor to Apple’s line of ultraportable tablet computers. TL;DR: Strong contender in the small form factor tablet arena. Features Apple’s A12 Bionic processor, iPad OS, and Apple Pencil support. Its strength lies in proprietary software, which greatly enhances the consumer experience for avid Apple users. Lacks support for (most) 3rd party systems, meaning a slightly inconvenient experience for those using a mixture of device brands. To preface: I have used a few of Apples mobile devices, the iPhone 5, SE, and the iPad Air 2. I am at least familiar with iOS and have generally preferred to stick with it having integrated a couple iOS features into my day to day routine. The iPad Mini complemented my lifestyle in a couple of ways. The first was the form factor. Having a 7.9 inch tablet computer meant that I can basically carry it anywhere. Ultra portability is almost a virtue in anything that I carry, and it certainly saves my back from having to lug around a bulky laptop along with an assortment of cables and accessories. In addition, backpack economy was considerably more manageable when I didn’t have to worry about a larger tablet or laptop taking up a huge amount of space (by my standards). The second feature I appreciate about the iPad Mini is the processor. Apple’s A12 Bionic chip is definitely flagship status for a reason, and it has so far been reliable for using powerful apps, multitasking, and almost effortlessly switching between tasks. Of course that does not mean this is the best in its class, since the iPad Pro exists. Speaking of which, the 2019 iPad Air, iPad Mini, and even the base model iPad all have Apple Pencil Generation 1 support. To be short and sweet, it is a nice luxury to have, but I wouldn’t recommend buying an Apple Pencil unless you plan on using it VERY often.

I won't go into depth about what the iPad is. If you don't know by now, then I can't help you, but think of it as a big iPhone that does everything but make calls. You can download apps, text, email, use FaceTime, etc. I had an older iPad I finally donated to my daughter because I felt like the battery life wasn't so great. So my main questions became: what size iPad did I want to replace it? And what kind of processing power did I need? I use my iPad almost exclusively to read articles (NY Times, New Yorker). That doesn't require a big processor, so the iPad Pro was out. The mini was significantly cheaper than the regular iPad or iPad air. I worried it might be too small, but I think the size is ideal. If you have a Kindle, the size is comparable: easy to hold in one hand as you read. The images are crisp and clear. If you're already on the Apple ecosystem, then setup is a breeze. I think it took me all of five minutes. I love that I can start an article on my iPad and finish it on my phone, and vice-versa. I've found that Apple products always last a long time, so their price tag is justified. If you're considering an iPad, the tougher question becomes which type to buy. I think you need to analyze what you'll be using it for. One thing to bear in mind: you can generally expand the screen contents if you're having trouble seeing, but the print can naturally appear somewhat small on the mini. If that's a concern, go with something larger-screened. Overall, I think the iPad (regardless the type) can provide hours of entertainment and is well worth the price. I do wish the battery lasted longer, but I bet I go a week between charges, and naturally battery is going to drain when you're looking at a brightly-lit screen.