iPad Mini or iPad Air?

I just got a mini. I had an ipad 1. I love the mini. It's easy to put in my purse and the smaller size makes it's easier to play around on the internet. I find it the perfect size for watching movies, and general surfing.

I have the iPad 4 and the latest iPad Mini. It would be hard for me to choose between the two if I could only have one. The mini fits in my purse so it is east to take with me. The iPad 4 has the bigger screen so it is the one that I use when I am just sitting around the house. My suggestion would be to go to an Apple Store or Best Buy and just see which one feels better to you. I would recommend that you get a keyboard case for whichever one you get. I had a Logitech Keyboard Case on my iPad 4 and accidentally got some water on it when I was using it for a recipe while I was cooking. I felt lost without it, so went out the next day and bought a Zagg Portfolio Keyboard Case that I really like much better than the one that I did have. I also have one on my iPad Mini.

I just crossed this bridge on Saturday so I totally understand your dilemma. :-) Best Buy had a sale on the Air and with an additional coupon, I could have purchased either the Air or the mini for the same price. I stood at the display for well over an hour and ultimately decided on the mini. We have an iPad 2 as well and I can truly say I much prefer the mini. I primarily need mine for nursing school (study apps, note taking, lectures, and clinicals) and the size is absolutely perfect - small enough to easily transport and the screen size is just right. It weighs less than the Air and fits well in one hand.

For your needs, I think the mini would really suit you. Good luck in your decision.

I have an ipad2 and chose to get a mini last Christmas. I love the size and weight of the mini. I use it all the time and the ipad2 collects dust.