After using this newly abundant technical gizmo for about a week, at the price of $499 it's going for I would much rather purchase a laptop for the same price. While the design and subsequent visual appeal of the Apple Ipad is something to write home about, the functionality is not much to go on,...

The iPad mini isn't just an Apple tablet made to a budget. This isn't just a shrunken-down iPad. This is, in many ways, Apple's best tablet yet

Beautiful; thin and light design; Stellar battery life; Bright; clear display; Sturdy construction

Too wide for some; Pricier than many 7-inch alternatives

Post-PC era has arrived. Those bulky, over-complicated, virus prone computers has to go. Average consumer doesn't need more than a smartphone, tablet and maybe a gaming station(if you are a hardcore gamer). But PCs have no space in consumer market.

This is a great tablet despite what all the nay sayers complain about the screen not being a retina display. I had a generation 1 iPad and also a samsung galaxy tab 2 7 inch. The galaxy is nice, but the ipad mini has an easier to view screen and the overall feel of the tablet is super slim and...

Apple has released its first tablet that is smaller than 9.7 inches and seeks to compete against a torrent of Android devices. It just hit the retail shelves today and we had a few days to really get a sense of what this smaller edition brings to the table.

More Lightweight Than Most Android Tablets; Stereo Speakers; Access to the Most First Party Apps and Games; Easy to Use; Geared towards Readers; Long Battery Life

4:3 Aspect Ratio; Non-Retina Display; Lack of Customization Features; Thunderbolt Connector Makes Old Docking Stations Obsolete; Unless You Buy Pricy Adapters; High Price

We're enjoying it, the kids love to play their games on it. We bought it for trips so we don't have to bring the laptop and so far, it's perfect for...

Necessary for business! Very little personal use. I am 'old' school. I like face-to-face contact...I do use phone, email, text occassionally.

Adequate Storage; Compact Design; Easy To Use; Fast; Good Compatibility; Great Software Bundle; Long Battery Life

Got Everything I Need

Some of the new ipads may have better screen resolution, but this iPad really performs.It is lighter than some of the newer ones and seems more than rugged enough for everyday use.

We have an original iPad but I decided I wanted my own to start reading books. It's so great I do everything on it. There are so many apps that I enjoy and most of them are free.

i love the light weight and size

ios 7 is great but a learning curve

Absolutely love this cover! Very stylish! Easy to set up the keyboard ! Would recommend it!!