I know it is a bit late to make a review of the iPad Mini with Retina Display. But, since Indonesia just got it for a few weeks now I think it will be proper to write whether you should get one or not. First I will write why you should get it, then just to be fair, I'll write why you shouldn't. Ok, let us begin!
1. It is a lot faster than almost every other device in the market
The first reason why you should buy iPad mini is because it is practically the fastest tablet out there. No, I'm not over exaggerating this. Apple A7 processor is the fastest processor yet. So, if you are looking for some horsepower it could be one of the reason to buy the all new iPad mini.
2. It is more portable than the iPad Air
With 8" display the new iPad mini offer you more portable option than it's big brother. It is small, compact yet has almost the same power with the iPad Air. By definition it is offering huge power and still easy to use and to carry in your bag.
3. It is has the best display
iPad Mini with retina display has the best display on it's category Period! I've tried so many 7"-8" tablet but nothing come close to this device. The color reproduction is great, pixel density is superior to almost every device out there, and it has the correct ratio (it has 4:3 display instead 16:9). What more do you want?
4. Android tablets are not better
In some aspect like apps and accessories android tablet is not nearly as good as the iPad. Take iWorks app for example. I don't think there are any similar apps in Android device (at least not as good). Alright, I know that android is better in connectivity but when it come to work you actually don't need much. You can easily use apps like drive or dropbox to share your work which works on both android and iOS.
5. Dude! It is an iPad!
Well, admit it. For some of you Apple product is a symbol of prestigious right? It makes you think you are exclusive right? So... I think I said it all.
Now let see the reason why you shouldn't get the iPad mini with retina display.
1. It is expensive
One thing Apple all product has in common is expensive price. I'm not joking. For the same price as iPad mini with retina display you can get the 2013 Nexus 7 model and still have some spare money to buy apps, accessories, and one month supply of Starbucks coffee. Seriously. It is a bit expensive for tablet.
2. iPad Air is better
When it comes to raw power iPad Air actually offer us more than iPad mini and although the pixel density is a bit smaller, it has better color and bigger screen. So, all in all it is every bit of iPad mini only better.
3. You are allergic to iTunes
All windows user maybe have the same problem with the iTunes. It is freakishly slow! Yes, I know! They take a lot of time to open and even more time to sync to the iTunes store. For some people who don't have fast computer it could be a disaster. Simple act of transferring a song could take a few minutes because the iPad has to backup all your data first before transfer your song. Trust me, if you don't want to wait don't use the iPad. It will drive you crazy.
4. Connectivity is poor
All iOS device is a disaster when come to sharing file and same thing happen to iPad mini with retina display. From something as simple as a picture to bigger things like your document is never easy. If you don't have another iOS device you can't even share a picture using Bluetooth. It is weird for a device known for it's innovation to not be able to send something as simple as picture isn't it?
5. DUDE! IT IS THE IPAD!?
For some other people Apple product is a symbol of style but for the others, it is just an overprice piece of technology. Believe me, most of people I know who use iOS don't even know how to transfer a music from their computer to their iOS device (I don't say everyone but many of them are). Those people usually have someone to do the work for them. So the simple conclusion is 'they bought Apple product just because they think it is cool'.
All been said, I think it is the reason why you should and should not buy the new iPad mini with retina display. It is just my opinion. So, don't sue me if you have different opinion. It is just a point of view from someone who use both iOS and android. Thanks for reading.
-Mr. Koala-
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