Small is beautiful
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The iPad Pro can easily be somebody’s primary, or only, computer.
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Paired with the Magic Keyboard case with its trackpad, the 12.9-inch iPad is a credible laptop replacement.
But that combination costs $1,448 minimum and weighs in at over three pounds.
But the iPad mini is the perfect iPad for somebody who already has a Mac.
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The Mac Is Back
For years, the iPad Pro was far superior to the Mac.
The MacBook Pro, then, is now a much more enticing option.
It doesnt get hot, its fan doesnt spin up whenever you use it.
Its big and heavy, but it cant do what the Mac does.
Smaller is Better
But the iPad mini embraces its portability.
It can fit in a (big) pocket.
In terms of power, though, the mini is very capable.
It has good cameras, including video stabilization.
It has Center Stage for FaceTime, stereo speakers, 5G cellular, and so on.
The mini is currently one of the most advanced iPads available.
But none of that tells you just how good it is to use.
I have had an Apple Pencil for years, but I rarely use it.
On the mini, I have it permanently attached.
“The on-the-go nature of digital art is a big benefit.
It obscures almost two-thirds of the screen in landscape.
It’s easy to grab and read.
It can fit on your nightstand.
It can go anywhere with you.
The regular-sized iPad and iPad Air are compromises, neither portable enough nor big enough.
The mini embraces its size and becomes the perfect companion for an M1 Mac or MacBook Pro.
Missing In Action
Not everything is perfect.
Theres room for improvement.
An iPad Pro mini would be an amazing machine.
But right now, this little machine is a beast.
It might be my favorite iPad yet.
