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Copy editing Amazon's Kindle Fire vs. iPad mini ad

By Rene Ritchie, Monday, Oct 29, 2012 a 12:08 am

Copy editing Amazon's Kindle Fire vs. iPad mini ad

As I began to explore in the iPad mini vs. Nexus 7 and Kindle Fire HD screen size and screen density article, there's a serious discussion to be had about the tradeoffs between the various small form-factor tablets. Amazon.com's front page iPad mini vs. Kindle Fire HD ad is not rising to that level of discussion. Since they're a competitor, that's to be expected. It's also to be corrected.

So, Amazon, you're welcome.

iPad mini vs. Nexus 7 and Kindle Fire HD: On display size and density

By Rene Ritchie, Sunday, Oct 28, 2012 a 7:06 pm

When Apple introduced the iPad mini, they spent quite a bit of time comparing it to the Google Nexus 7, especially when it came to the merits of the iPad mini's 4:3, 7.9-inch screen over the 16:10, 7-inch screen of the Nexus 7. Physical screen size is only one factor, however. There's also screen resolution to consider, something Apple often touts with their Retina display products like the iPhone 5, iPod touch 5, iPad 4, and MacBook Pro. But not the iPad mini. So, when we put everything on the table, how well does the iPad mini stack up not only to the Nexus 7, but the similarly screened Amazon Kindle Fire HD?

iPad mini and iPad 4: Should you upgrade?

By Rene Ritchie, Saturday, Oct 27, 2012 a 5:46 pm

Just because Apple has released the new iPad mini and iPad 4 doesn't mean you have to race off and get it. Crazy, I know, particularly coming from the greatest iPad enthusiast site in the world, but that just goes to show you how true it is. When the time comes for you to get your next tablet, whether it's today or next year, and iPad or something else, you should look at what's on the market and decide what best suits your needs.

Amazon attacks iPad mini, forgets Kindle Fire is useless in most countries

By Joseph Keller, Friday, Oct 26, 2012 a 6:02 pm

While announcing their Q3 numbers yesterday, Amazon took the opportunity to take a few shots at Apple and the newly announced iPad mini. Amazon listed what they think are key advantages for their Kindle Fire HD over the iPad mini, including higher screen resolutions, better speakers, and lower cost. This, perhaps, to help distract from the loss Amazon suffered during the quarter.

Apple now taking pre-orders for iPad mini, iPad 4, did you get yours?

By Rene Ritchie, Friday, Oct 26, 2012 a 3:14 am

As expected, at midnight Pacific Time, Apple began accepting pre-orders for the iPad mini and the iPad 4 via their online store. Initial stock often gets sold out quickly, so if you want an iPad mini or iPad 4, and want it to arrive at your door on launch day, hurry on over and secure it now.

Staying up to pre-order an iPad mini? Jump into the iMore slumber party and win prizes!

By Rene Ritchie, Thursday, Oct 25, 2012 a 8:19 pm

iPad mini pre-orders start tomorrow, which we're going to assume is soon after midnight PT unless we hear otherwise. If you are going to brave the web tonight, make sure you join our iPad mini pre-order pajama party. We'll be hanging out with the staff and readers, having fun, and giving away cool prizes to the people posting.

Join our iPad mini pre-order pajama party now!

Tim Cook addresses Steve Jobs' 7-inch tablet remarks, says iPad mini in a whole different league

By Rene Ritchie, Thursday, Oct 25, 2012 a 8:12 pm

During Apple's Q4 2012 conference call Tim Cook was asked about the iPad mini, and why Apple released it after Steve Jobs had previously called 7-inch tablets "terrible".

AT&T vs Verizon vs Sprint: Which iPad carrier should you choose?

By Leanna Lofte, Thursday, Oct 25, 2012 a 6:28 pm

If you're in the U.S. it's probably not so easy deciding which carrier is best for your iPad or iPad mini needs, AT&T, Verizon, or Sprint. Price is always a huge factor to consider when choosing a carrier, but coverage should be just as, if not more, important when making a decision. Since the iPad and iPad mini support LTE cellular technology, you're going to want to take a close look at which carriers offer the best LTE coverage in your area.

iPad 4 vs. iPad 2 vs. iPad mini: Which iPad should you get?

By Rene Ritchie, Thursday, Oct 25, 2012 a 4:10 pm

The latest, greatest, iPad -- in this case the late 2012 iPad 4 -- can't be considered a no-brainer buy this year because Apple has now also introduced the all-new iPad mini. The iPad 2 has also stuck around in some sort of limbo-like middle ground, further complicating your purchasing decision.

Power vs portability, starting at $329 vs. starting at $399 or $499 -- there's a lot of factors to consider.

16GB vs 32GB vs 64GB: Which new iPad mini or iPad 4 storage capacity should you get?

By Georgia, Thursday, Oct 25, 2012 a 2:35 pm

So you've decided to take the plunge and the new iPad mini or the newly updated iPad 4, but you aren't sure which storage capacity size to go with? The difference between 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB isn't just how much stuff you can put on it, but $100-$200 in up front costs, so it's worth thinking about.