Why I Regret Buying the iPad Mini 6 - 64 GB HD (6 Month Review Update)
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- čas přidán 11. 09. 2024
- This is an update to my in depth user review of the 2021 Purple iPad Mini that I purchased i little over 6 months ago. I go over my experience and main regret that I have from buying this specific iPad. If you are looking for an iPad this video will hopefully help you figure out which iPad is best for you and your specific needs in 2022!
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Really sucks apple doesn't offer a 128gb option for their cheaper ipads, its one of the best options for price-storage for most people.
I completely agree considering that this product is completely about convenience Apple should take that into consideration. In a lot of ways what they are doing is purposely making a device that is planned for being obsolete after 4-5 years so they can sell more devices.
@@STICKYArtim praying they would add the 128gb option in ipad mini 7 coming next year
Oh yeah they're definitely doing that on purpose making 64 gigabytes a huge point. Basically if you're at all interested in downloading any serious amount of apps or music or movies 64 gigabytes is not enough. It's fine for like my mom but that's about it. But there is probably a 70 to 80% of the users that don't need 256 or even 128 but need more than 64.
I’ve debated a while whether to get the 64 or the 256gb. The first few days with the Mini, I didn’t like how small everything was on the screen. However, after a week my eyes got adjusted and then I love it!
I made a pro vs con list and honestly, the only con with the 256gb is the price $$$. I looked into external storage as well, but I knew it would be more convenient to have that storage on the iPad. In the end, I went with 256gb to avoid regret, storage anxiety and limiting my usage purely due to the lack of storage (I’ve been thru that with my old iPad). It did hurt my wallet, but I’m someone who keeps my devices for 5+ years so I think it’ll be worth it.
Smart choice
@@p4ry4h I got it for 550 dollars spacegrey matches my cats at home :)
Thanks for actually showing the iPad’s purple color in any lighting.
My theory about the color issue: If you look at the color wheel, yellow/orange-y is the opposite of purple, which means they cancel each other out. So when you're at the studio under warmer lights, the purple is being canceled out and only the silver is showing. So much that when you took it outside under natural light, which has more of a white/blue hue (depending on the time), it shows the purple. It's not a deffect, it's just that the purple is so subtle that is being canceled out by the warmer light.
💯 % it’s very subtle violet purple and in regular light is more noticeable but still leaning more to silver . I still really like the color!
Patience is key, got mine this weekend on fb marketplace 256GB with speck case, screen protector and 2nd gen pencil for $350 definitely a steal.
Oh god, I just bought this a few days ago. I couldn’t afford the higher storage, I wish they did the 128.
I think 64 GB will work for most people with light use but having to frequently manage files and apps and removing files and apps is not very convenient for me considering how much I use it. This device is really caters to a convenience factor and I think should come standard with a 128gb
@OS storage has never been an issue for me before. It is really dependent on the user case. Anyone reading emails, and basic media consumption, notes 64gb should be ample! But for someone creating content or gaming in 2022 and forward 64gb will require offloading of apps and saved files at some point of the life of the device (Ave iPad user is about 4 years) management apps and file is not fun! Also having apps crash and run slow when it gets close to full is a headache too.
This is what happens when you buy out of impulsion, patience is definitely a thing of the past.
Oh god I just got this too! I couldn’t afford the 256 either and I really hope I haven’t screwed up!
@@LisaR2392 I’m 8 months in and haven’t used all my storage 😂 iCloud is worth it to back photos up and stuff
Thanks for the tip about monthly discounts. I’ve been on the fence and waiting for this iPad to show up in the refurbished store. But instead, I just took your advice, checked Amazon and the config I wanted was discounted. Awesome! 👍
I have the WiFi + Cellular 256gb iPad Mini 6 and always connected to the internet. I don’t regret it.
Really good to know I was debating going with a 64 gb air I’m definitely going with the 256 gb version now!
Im always worried about the storage. I didn't know u could get external storage. Im gonna look into that. Good to know ahead of time that some of the apps wont store! Great vid Sticky!!
thanks!
I sold my iPad mini 5 in November 2020 and I regretted that, had so much fun with that device. today January 10th 2023 a little over a year after the mini 6 launched I went out and got one. Best Buy was having a sale today 100 dollars off, so it was $399.99. But I spent about 30 minutes pacing debating on which storage size to go with. my phone has 64gb and I film a lot on it and have multiple apps causing storage to always quickly fill up. So today I eventually decided to go with the 256gb model, yes it was $549.99 but still $100 less than normal. I honestly wanted more storage, and this way there's less worry about storage, and won't have regrets not paying a little more for 4x the storage space.
Nice video!
256gb is definitely the way to go if you plan on using a lot and for a variety of things! It is a very capable device, filling up the harddrive at 64gb is easy to do and slows down the device when it at max capacity. I bought an external HD to remedy the issue longterm but it’s still a bit more of a hassle managing files often.
Enjoy your new mini!! 😎✌️
@@STICKYArtproblem is apps growing in size and updates will eat most of that storage. Even for only kedia consumption 64gb might not be enough unless you only check email and stream from youtube. You cant download a lot of movies off netflix for offline use while also having other apps
Great feedback and review of this iPad.
I got the purple 256GB cellular as its only one of my iPads I take out the house, the others are Wi-Fi 64GB
The only people who should buy the 64gb option are online CONTENT CONSUMERS--everyone else, should be 256gb. Even smarter, get cellular.
I bought an iPad mini 6 last summer, and I only use it for youtube on my bed.
Mi ipad mini 5 is a 64gb and I'm not even half way to fill it. I really just use it for media consumption so other then apple updates I'm good with 64gb
Yeah but who would pay $700 for ipad mini 6 with 64gb storage just to watch youtube when they can just opt for the bigger basic ipad thats $400? This is where Apple sucks in pricing
Everyone who wants a small tablet is lucky. The only option for them is the mini. People who want a regular sized tablet have to choose between the iPad 9, iPad 10, iPad Air and iPad Pro 11 inch. All of the tablets except the Pro start at 64gb and the second option is 256gb. Its so annoying and inconvenient for customers and I just do not understand why Apple even has 64gb in any of its Apple products.
So that you'd get up a little and buy a expensive one or just use the cloud storage and pay for ut
@@thatyeagerist6452 Simple anwser you pay more $$$$$
@@thatyeagerist6452yep Apple milking money. I hate Tim Cook in that regard. Steve jobs was never this greedy
Can get the base model for $350-379 if you shop around for a sale.
I bought a 256gb used iPad mini. If I love it, I'll trade it in for a iPad mini 7 with LTE and at least 256gb as well.
I have the same problem, wenn I bought the mini. Went with 64gb option and I should never have done that.at time I thought it was way too expensive for the 256gb option, but I do regret that now.
i regret it aswell, the 64gb is so BAD, i have 10 gbs left
if i can muster up the money, i’m thinking about buying this for college since im majoring in digital art
Your complaints refer only to its colour and storage space, but not its performance. You knew that it had only 64 GB when you bought it, which is enough for some casual usage, not for demanding stuff.
Yes 👍 the memory is main point I wanted to share! Super important info imo since no way to upgrade internal memory. Purple silver Color is not a big deal to me but it might be to Il someone else! As for performance I still love it and it handles everything I use it for! For some users the memory might be fine but for most that use it for a variety of uses will need larger memory!
Even for casual usaage is not enough unless you only really used if to read emails and stream youtube. Even using it for entertainment like Netflix, Disney plus or using the camera or downloading ebooks, the storage is not enough. I dont use it for productivity and only used it for ebooks and entertainment and have used up 90 gb. I download lots of apps and have couple of games on it. So even for entertainment purposes 64gb is lacking. There is a reason why most phones now come with vase storage of 128gb. Only Apple is too cheap and is giving us 64gb base storage similar to their icloud free account that only has 5 gb. Apple's strategy is they want to milk money out of their customers otherwise they would put out sufficient storage for even casual users like me. Maybe the elderly can use 64gb to check emails only and watch news on youtube and nothing else 😂
Nice and interesting video
Great review 👍 thanks for sharing my friend
I kinda regret the 9th gen, it’s amazing but I wish I just preorder the air
Thank you for the update!
Thanks so much for sharing
I really wish they have a 128gb option 😢
Yeah 64gb is a struggle (currently my apps and OS take up 42 gb… there’s not much room with out constantly shuffling videos and save files) 256gb at this point is the way to go unless you are just using it for watching/streaming content.
@@STICKYArtthey either offer too little which 64gb or offer a lot on their next trim up which is 256gb. Very stupid of apple.
What case are you using?
hello, does ipad mini 6 support for animation project app??
Yes there are many it supports!
yea my regret is also the storage as I like downloading or testing apps, and only would use it for personal use which means I would store offline videos, music etc. so 64GB gets full fast specially is annoying when you get the warning from apple that you ran out of storage and you should pay for icloud subscription. I got it from Amazon on sale and I could still return it and maybe get the 256 later but I am worried now that I might not get full refund 🤔
I'm a design student and for the moment I'm using a old Ipad Air 3 (2019 model) and was thinking to swap either to a used first gen Ipad Pro 11" (2018 model) or an Ipad mini 6. Both used go for around the same price, but they obviously have different pros and cons. Since I use the ipad primarily for Procreate and could consider using it to light 3D modelling in the future would you recommend the Mini? (I just love the small form factor for the portability)
Why swap? Keep the one you're using.
i can feel your pain 64GB is trash i will never buy a 64GB device after this device
Tim Cook is a greedy old F@#k . He would offer the 16 gb if it was still possible for the same price as the 64gb now but he knows no one would buy that since they would only fit 1 or 2 apps before it gets full 😂
im stuck between ipad air 5 and ipad mini 6 😭 im looking for the longevity that can last for more than 4-5 years..do you think ipad mini 6 can last 4-5 years?
It really depends on your user case, What do you plan in using it for primarily?
@@STICKYArt im planning to using it for study, taking notes, for my job, drawing, games..my old ipad are no longer need update OS, so it a waste that i still have them and cant no longer use them bcs of OS 😭 and bcs of ipad mini 6 have A15 bionic and ipad air 5 is M1, so which one do you think can last longer? or it will be the same thing?
thank you so much for replying, i appreciate it 😊
@@bittersweetbaby7177 For it to last the longest I would recommend the air or pro with M1 Chip. It will be able to handle newest games with higher FPS from a possessor standpoint. Likely will be able to handle newest games 4-5 years from its release date. Longer than the mini that came out last year with a slower chip-set. For the rest of your user case you could honestly go with basic ipad and it should last about 4-5 years based on most of apples ipads lifespans (OS support and processor compatibility) but most likely wont be able to handle next gen games and higher FPS. (Also depends on what games you play Genshin and Apex mobile is alot more taxing than say Candy crush)
How many layers can the A3 300dpi canvas setting get?
how many GB left out of the box?
what 3d model app do you use in ipad?
Hai sticky, how about getting icloud? does it help to have more space?
Icloud and external hardrive help! It’s more of an inconvenience to have to move data often. The current operating alone system takes up 15gb of 64gb and any apps need to be on the iPad storage (they can’t be downloaded to iCloud)
Same with the purple 🤦🏻♂️
I have an easy solution delete Call of Duty mobile and get an actually good shooter on your PC like Wolfenstein The New Order
😂 true, thanks for the ultimate solution!
It's the same old story with Apple products: the company treats storage as if it were something scarce and valuable, demanding an absurd premium. This is of course nonsense (and I think most people know this), and it hasn't been true for a loooong time. Shame on them, right? The problem is, I believe, that they make the best tablets so they can get away with it. And I'm somebody who loves PCs (Windows & Linux).
If you're like me and only have very specific, limited needs for your tablet usage (content consumption, relatively light digital art, scheduling and basic business tasks) then you'll probably be fine with the base storage. If your needs are more and require things like: many games, large digital projects (e.g., 3D art, design with a lot of layers and larger scope, video, heavy photo editing), or anything where the typical size will be many gigs per document, then you're gonna have to pony up for more storage. The workarounds simply are not worth it. Anybody who wants to use an iPad as a computer isn't probably going to choose a Mini anyhow, as it doesn't have the proper connection for dedicated keyboards and those that are available third party are, for obvious reasons, very small. (There are workarounds, but one really ought to ask themselves "why?" when the screen is this small to begin with); Anybody who does want to use any iPad as a computer would be well advised to get a LOT more storage. Though, imo, for that purpose one should just buy a real computer (and, speaking specifically to what that means to me, I'd argue to not get an Apple device).
I could not agree with you more!!! It’s definitely one of apples greatest downfalls. As for trying to use a mini as a pc or desktop replacement… I think there are much better options out there, but for drawing and watching videos on the go it’s a solid option albeit a bit overpriced imo.
@@STICKYArtipad is never intended to be used as a computer even if apple marketing tries to say so. Otherwise you would see macOS dual boot on ipad pros with M1 which is same chip as their macbooks. Apple just wants to milk money out of their customer by providing less for more money. That is why they are the most valuable company, their profit margins is astounding
I think having a mini tablet kinda defeat the purpose of getting a tablet idk could be wrong
What a lovely review !
Fantastic job! Big thumbs up
New follower🔔
The SMALL screen size. That's the dealbreaker.
It’s an iPad mini!
The smaller screen size is the main reason why this is many people's favorite.
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The Ipad mini is a piece of crap. You can't navigate your files, you are not in control and have to do everything with an app. I put 200 gb of my photos on it and can't access them in Photos App. Can't save photos off the device. They want you to pay for the cloud. Everything is proprietory software. What a shocking company. Can't load photos now because they are read only when they are not. Never buy an Apple product again, I had one before, they've got worse.
This is good feedback, one of the things I'm most curious about as a primarily Microsoft/Android user. iPad looks perfect for me but I don't want my own files locked behind a paywall, eugh
It’s the same OS across the board with every iPad. I’ve never had a problem with anything similar to what you’re describing. The only problem I’ve had lately is that I have old photos taking up iCloud space (the lowest storage tier is free) that I can’t delete en masse bc the device is broken. And I don’t care enough about them to put them on another device with a backup. So I just have to delete them one by one 🙄
That's one of the reasons why Android devices are way superior to Apple
@@adam.dzwoniarek72 dude, how many devices from apple do you used?
skill issue