Well, as I've already said, chip speed is only one factor when considering a
device, so there is no argument involving speed by itself.
If I were able to drive, I wouldn't let how fast a car can accelerate be my
only consideration when deciding on which one to buy.
Someone who is considering an iPad now should definitely think about how
large a device they want, especially if they're going to be carrying it
around very much, and also how substantial the likelihood is that new iPads
will be appearing later this year. If Russ is correct that the rumors say
nothing about a new iPad Mini, and if size is really important to her, then
she will have to decide on whether to get the Mini 4, even though it is
older technology. If size isn't important, then she might want to wait and
see if new iPads come out in the not too distant future.
Evan
Evan
-----Original Message-----
From: Ben Mustill-Rose
Sent: Saturday, January 14, 2017 3:14 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: IPad Mini 4
Hi,
I never said that people who currently own a device should upgrade
just because it's a few years old; this discussion is about someone
who wishes to buy a device but isn't sure which one to go for.
I delt with the price and size arguements in a previous message.
Assuming you're buying outright price is against the mini here as it's
more expensive than higher spec iPads. The size, as I have mentioned
multiple times is IMO the one thing the mini has going for it - in
fact in terms of size I prefer it to my air 2.
Out of interest, what are the arguements that can be given when
arguing that the 1.5GHZ CPU found in the A8 is better than the 2.16GHZ
CPU found in the A9X?
Cheers,
Ben.
On 1/14/17, Evan Reese <ment...@dslextreme.com> wrote:
Well, "better" is a subjective term. If you can get it at a cheaper price,
and you don't mind the size, then I suppose the Pro is better. But if you
want a smaller device, and the (rather small) speed difference isn't a
factor in what you're using it for, then the iPad Mini 4 is better. And,
as
I just mentioned, someone I know is perfectly happy with her iPad Mini 2,
using all the apps she wants to use with no problems. So which is
"better"?
Chip speed is just one factor. There are other factors in deciding whether
one device is "better" than another, including price and size.
Evan
-----Original Message-----
From: Ben Mustill-Rose
Sent: Saturday, January 14, 2017 1:57 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: IPad Mini 4
Evan,
Perhaps I'm getting the wrong end of the stick here, but do you
genuinely think that when looking at cold hard numbers the 9.7 pro
isn't better than the mini 4?
The mini 4 uses the A8 SoC and has a 1.5GHZ CPU.
The 9.7 Pro uses the A9X SoC and has a 2.16GHZ CPU.
It's a very simplistic way of looking at it, but 2.16 is a bigger
number than 1.5, there for it is better.
Of course, some people may feel that the increase in performance isn't
enough to justify purchasing it and that the smaller size of the mini
makes up for its outdated technology. that's fine, but that's an
opinion, whereas it is a simple fact that the 9.7 pro contains a
better CPU than the mini 4.
Cheers,
Ben.
On 1/14/17, Jennie Facer <jennie.fa...@gmail.com> wrote:
It is a lot faster and it has stereo speakers which is nice when holding
onto it. I don't think it is better when thinking about chip speed
though.
It just seems a little snappier. Just my opinion though.
Jenn
Jenn and Kumi
On Jan 14, 2017, at 11:27 AM, Evan Reese <ment...@dslextreme.com> wrote:
When you say “My pro does better than that mini.”, what does your Pro do
better?
Evan
From: Jennie Facer
Sent: Saturday, January 14, 2017 1:23 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: IPad Mini 4
If you can handle just a slightly larger iPad, the 9.7 inch Pero is
awesome! I have both the mini 4 and that is what my husband uses. My pro
does better than that mini. Just a thought.
Jenn and Kumi
On Jan 14, 2017, at 10:55 AM, TaraPrakash <taraprak...@gmail.com>
wrote:
Anything smaller than current ipad mini will be an ipod touch. If they
call something else, it will be a marketing gig.
Sent from my iPhone
On Jan 14, 2017, at 9:36 AM, Russ Kiehne <russ94...@gmail.com> wrote:
The roomers are for the larger Ipads. No roomers on a ipad mini.
From: Devin Prater
Sent: Friday, January 13, 2017 3:59 PM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com ; Marie
Subject: Re: IPad Mini 4
There are rumors of new iPads being released this year, so you may
want
to wait a while and see if they prove true.
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On January 13, 2017 4:16:22 PM "Marie" <scribbl...@comcast.net>
wrote:
I am thinking of getting a mini 4 but just wondering if there are any
rumors of an upgrade coming any time soon. I would hate to buy one at
full price and have a new model come out in a few months.
Marie
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