iPad Mini 7 vs iPad Pro M4 (OLED): Which Should You Buy?
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Two iPads, two completely different vibes. In this video, I’m breaking down the iPad Mini 7 and the iPad Pro OLED to help you figure out which one fits your life best. Forget the tech jargon and overwhelming specs—this is all about how these devices actually work in everyday life. The iPad mini? Lightweight, compact, and perfect for reading, note-taking, and just chilling on the go. The iPad Pro? Big, bold, and ready to replace your laptop with its stunning OLED screen and pro-level performance. Whether you're shopping for an iPad for work, travel, or just something to kick back with, I’ve got you covered. Stick around to see which one might be your perfect match. And hey, if you enjoy the video, don’t forget to give it a like and subscribe for more real-world tech comparisons. ✌️ -- Links to Products Shown -- iPad mini 7 - https://amzn.to/4i7MFSF iPad mini 7 Folio - https://amzn.to/3ZmiDSG M4 iPad Pro 11 - https://amzn.to/4ieiV6w iPad Pro 11 Magic Keyboard - https://amzn.to/4eRFRWd Apple Pencil Pro - https://amzn.to/3B3CPk3 These links are affiliate links and I will earn a small commission if used. Thanks for supporting the channel! -- Follow me on social -- https://twitter.com/jessekhach https://www.instagram.com/jesse_khach/ -- Timestamps -- 00:00 Introduction 00:27 Why I Made This Video 01:24 Size Comparison: iPad mini vs iPad Pro 02:43 Everyday Usability of iPad mini and iPad Pro 03:03 Usability Breakdown: How I Use the iPad Mini 04:23 Price Comparison: iPad Mini vs iPad Pro 05:40 Which iPad Should You Buy? 07:03 Final Thoughts & My Decision 07:44 Outro -- My Video Making Kit -- Sony A7C II: https://amzn.to/4eI7vpY Sony Zeiss 24mm f1.8: https://amzn.to/4eI7B0O Tripod: https://amzn.to/36cLv4W Lights: https://amzn.to/3pkk68u Microphone Setup: https://amzn.to/4bp4Nmg These links are affiliate links and I will earn a small commission if used. Thanks for supporting the channel! -- Disclaimer -- This channel is made to be my creative outlet. Majority of my life is filled with things that won't allow me to be as creative as I'd hope and everybody needs a creative outlet. Nothing on this channel should be taken as professional advice, rather opinions that could potentially be beneficial to those who seek it. Thank you for watching, if you enjoyed please make sure to drop a like and consider subscribing! If you have any criticism/feedback/questions leave a comment below as I take everything into consideration. Any links in this description also have the ability to be affiliate links that could give me an incentive. --------------------------------- Tags: iPad Mini 7, iPad Pro OLED, iPad Mini vs iPad Pro, iPad comparison, best iPad 2024, iPad for work, iPad for reading, iPad for note-taking, iPad Mini portability, iPad Pro features, iPad Mini use cases, iPad Pro OLED display, tablet comparison 2024, iPad Mini review, iPad Pro review, which iPad to buy, iPad for students, lightweight iPad, professional iPad, iPad Mini vs iPad Pro OLED
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