The iPad Event and Personal Preference: A Dilemma for Many Apple Enthusiasts

As I sat outside, apologizing for any distractions due to my love for my pets and family, but also acknowledging that being outside was not ideal for a productive conversation, Adam's question about the recent Apple event caught my attention. Adam was wondering whether he should opt for the newly released iPad Mini or the fourth-generation iPad. This is an excellent question, as many people are likely facing a similar dilemma when it comes to choosing between these two devices.

Adam explained that he had initially considered asking for a fourth-generation iPad with 16 GB of storage, but the Apple event has changed his perspective. Now, he's torn between getting the latest and greatest iPad Mini or sticking with the more mature and refined fourth-generation iPad. I appreciated Adam's thoughtful question, as it highlights the importance of personal preference in choosing an Apple device.

As someone who hasn't used the iPad Mini yet but is excited to do so soon, I can attest that both devices are excellent options. The iPad Mini is a great product, with its 7.9-inch screen and compact form factor making it perfect for those who prefer a smaller device. However, the fourth-generation iPad offers a larger 9.7-inch screen, which may be more appealing to some users. Ultimately, the decision comes down to personal preference.

I emphasized that the best way for Adam (and anyone else considering this purchase) to make an informed decision is to visit an Apple Store or Best Buy and get hands-on experience with both devices. This will allow them to feel the weight, size, and screen quality of each iPad, as well as assess their budget and preferences.

Of course, budget is also a crucial factor in choosing between these two devices. The iPad Mini starts at $329 for the 16 GB Wi-Fi model, while the fourth-generation iPad can range from around $500 to over $1,000, depending on the storage capacity and features. Adam's budget will likely play a significant role in his decision-making process.

After discussing the pros and cons of each device, I offered some final thoughts to help Adam make up his mind. If he prefers a smaller, more portable device with a great display, the iPad Mini is an excellent choice. On the other hand, if he values a larger screen, faster performance, and a more refined user experience, the fourth-generation iPad may be the better option.

As a special treat for my audience, I revealed that Adam would not be getting the iPad Mini but would instead have it shipped to me for a week or two. My friend David Banther, who was initially going to get the device, thoughtfully offered to lend it to me so I could do some pre-orders and videos on the iPad Mini before it arrives.

I also made an announcement about my upcoming video content, which includes an unboxing and comparison of the new iPad Mini. I'm excited to share my experience with this device, and I'm grateful to David Banther for making that possible.

Finally, as a token of appreciation for Adam's question, I provided him with access to a free audiobook – "The Return to the Little Kingdom: Steve Jobs, The Creation of Apple, and How It Changed the World." This book offers an in-depth look at Steve Jobs' life and legacy, which is sure to fascinate any Apple enthusiast. To redeem this audiobook, Adam can visit Audi Trial.com or use his Audible membership.

With that, I'll let my audience enjoy their Wednesday and look forward to seeing them in tomorrow's video, where we'll hopefully be surrounded by fewer distractions!

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enhey guys we are you David Franco you're from D franco.com ask which is your open for for submitting questions such as well today's question which comes from Adam Ruben Camp by the way I am outside so I apologize for any distractions believe me I love my pets I love my family but I cannot wait to get back to my house too many freaking distractions here okay so anyway with that aside Adam has an excellent question and it relates to yesterday's Apple event so let's jump right into it Adam says hi David the Apple event for the iPad Mini was yesterday as you know I'm asking for an iPad for Christmas awesome choice I was thinking about asking for new iPad 16 GB fourth generation but now this event has changed that I don't know whether I should ask for a mini or a fourth gen thanks all right Adam this is an awesome question because I'm sure there's so many people out there just like you wondering this exact same scenario do you get the iPad Mini which is brand new the hottest thing to have or the iPad fourth generation which is practically a newer version of this and it's much more mature and it's a better experience overall in terms of screen real estate well I got to say this they're both great products now obviously I have not used an iPad Mini I will be soon details to come it won't be mine but I am very fortunate to be able to have this opportunity uh but I can say the iPad Mini is a great product I don't even need to use it to be able to get off saying that I mean it's essentially this but in 7.9 in form factor so if I'm going to love this I don't see any reason why I won't love the iPad Mini so it comes down to personal preference would you rather want a nice large 9.7 inch screen but it's more bulky and heavy or a lighter thinner form factor such as the 7.9in iPad Mini again I cannot stress this enough guys it all comes on in personal preference so the best thing you can do is to go into an Apple Store a Best Buy if yours is an um an apple authorized reseller or anywhere that uh you know features iPads on display get your hands on one and feel it oh and yes of course it does come down to budget these things are not cheap uh so if you rather spend 329 on on a 16 GB Wi-Fi iPad Mini then go for it but if you want to spend a couple hundred extra and get a nice larger screen and faster performance overall and that awesome Renta display guys believe me guys I love my rent display then you're going to be spending at least $4.99 for this 16 GB Wi-Fi all right so hopefully that best explains it I mean it all comes down to personal preference plus budget equals spitting out the whatever product you decide to get and of course since today isn't ask a question video that means you guys get a free audiobook as always um I love giving out these free audiobooks and it's actually been a little while you know since I've done this today's free audiobook is all about Apple obviously is that a big surprise to you this is an apple theme video It's called The Return to the Little Kingdom Steve Jobs the creation of apple and how it changed the world normally costing $24.95 it's yours for completely free just go to Audi trial.com thecreative one link is right below or if you want my personal Autobook Autobook yeah audible audiobook recommendation go to D franco.com Audible and there you can see about eight or so audiobooks that I personally checked out in the past so of course as always huge thanks Audible for making that possible but even bigger thanks to you guys for watching this video I do have a quick announcement that I'm very excited to say um my good friend David banther will be getting the iPad Mini uh but he's actually going to have it shipped to me for about a week or two since he's so busy next month and he figured I could have better use out of it you know doing the unboxing video do comparison videos so I will not be buying the iPad Mini anytime soon but I will be having it in my hand within a couple weeks so I cannot wait to be able to make videos on the iPad Mini actually within days I'm going to pre-order it in like two days I think um so huge thanks to David banther check them out below youtube.com dl1752 and twitter.com David banther hopefully I didn't prematurely announce that uh too soon but I just want to give David huge thanks cuz I'm really really fortunate to be able to use this because me being the Apple for you guys it's kind of like a sin that I have to miss out on such a big launch but now I don't have to miss out so it's going to be awesome all right guys I'm done I'm going to let you go enjoy your Wednesday and I will see you in tomorrow's video minus all these distractions hopefullyhey guys we are you David Franco you're from D franco.com ask which is your open for for submitting questions such as well today's question which comes from Adam Ruben Camp by the way I am outside so I apologize for any distractions believe me I love my pets I love my family but I cannot wait to get back to my house too many freaking distractions here okay so anyway with that aside Adam has an excellent question and it relates to yesterday's Apple event so let's jump right into it Adam says hi David the Apple event for the iPad Mini was yesterday as you know I'm asking for an iPad for Christmas awesome choice I was thinking about asking for new iPad 16 GB fourth generation but now this event has changed that I don't know whether I should ask for a mini or a fourth gen thanks all right Adam this is an awesome question because I'm sure there's so many people out there just like you wondering this exact same scenario do you get the iPad Mini which is brand new the hottest thing to have or the iPad fourth generation which is practically a newer version of this and it's much more mature and it's a better experience overall in terms of screen real estate well I got to say this they're both great products now obviously I have not used an iPad Mini I will be soon details to come it won't be mine but I am very fortunate to be able to have this opportunity uh but I can say the iPad Mini is a great product I don't even need to use it to be able to get off saying that I mean it's essentially this but in 7.9 in form factor so if I'm going to love this I don't see any reason why I won't love the iPad Mini so it comes down to personal preference would you rather want a nice large 9.7 inch screen but it's more bulky and heavy or a lighter thinner form factor such as the 7.9in iPad Mini again I cannot stress this enough guys it all comes on in personal preference so the best thing you can do is to go into an Apple Store a Best Buy if yours is an um an apple authorized reseller or anywhere that uh you know features iPads on display get your hands on one and feel it oh and yes of course it does come down to budget these things are not cheap uh so if you rather spend 329 on on a 16 GB Wi-Fi iPad Mini then go for it but if you want to spend a couple hundred extra and get a nice larger screen and faster performance overall and that awesome Renta display guys believe me guys I love my rent display then you're going to be spending at least $4.99 for this 16 GB Wi-Fi all right so hopefully that best explains it I mean it all comes down to personal preference plus budget equals spitting out the whatever product you decide to get and of course since today isn't ask a question video that means you guys get a free audiobook as always um I love giving out these free audiobooks and it's actually been a little while you know since I've done this today's free audiobook is all about Apple obviously is that a big surprise to you this is an apple theme video It's called The Return to the Little Kingdom Steve Jobs the creation of apple and how it changed the world normally costing $24.95 it's yours for completely free just go to Audi trial.com thecreative one link is right below or if you want my personal Autobook Autobook yeah audible audiobook recommendation go to D franco.com Audible and there you can see about eight or so audiobooks that I personally checked out in the past so of course as always huge thanks Audible for making that possible but even bigger thanks to you guys for watching this video I do have a quick announcement that I'm very excited to say um my good friend David banther will be getting the iPad Mini uh but he's actually going to have it shipped to me for about a week or two since he's so busy next month and he figured I could have better use out of it you know doing the unboxing video do comparison videos so I will not be buying the iPad Mini anytime soon but I will be having it in my hand within a couple weeks so I cannot wait to be able to make videos on the iPad Mini actually within days I'm going to pre-order it in like two days I think um so huge thanks to David banther check them out below youtube.com dl1752 and twitter.com David banther hopefully I didn't prematurely announce that uh too soon but I just want to give David huge thanks cuz I'm really really fortunate to be able to use this because me being the Apple for you guys it's kind of like a sin that I have to miss out on such a big launch but now I don't have to miss out so it's going to be awesome all right guys I'm done I'm going to let you go enjoy your Wednesday and I will see you in tomorrow's video minus all these distractions hopefully\n"