Apple’s cheapest iPads are still steeply discounted following Prime Day

iPad Mini Rumors: Will We Ever See a Real Upgrade?

Well, folks, gather round because the iPad Mini has got more rumors swirling around it than a bunch of insomniac bees at a rave! That’s right, for over a year now, there’s been speculation about the new iPad Mini, and frankly, it sounds like we might be getting a processing upgrade—oh joy!—while everything else remains as exciting as a beige wall. You see, that’s the Apple way: one chip upgrade and a sprinkle of hope, and we’re all supposed to cheer like we’ve just seen a magic show. Spoiler: the rabbit is just a slightly faster chip!

Current Deals on Last-Gen iPads

Now, if you’re not into the whole “waiting for something that may or may not be good,” the ninth and tenth-generation iPads are currently available for their *best price* ever post-October Prime Day sale. That’s right—grab Apple’s last-gen iPad at Amazon, Best Buy, or Target starting at a wallet-friendly $199! That’s $130 off, which makes it cheaper than that one terrible takeaway you regretted last Friday. And if you want something a tad fancier, the 10th-gen version is starting at $299—only 50 bucks off, but hey, better out than in, right?

Specs That Matter (and Ones That Don’t)

Both of these tablets are ideal for the usual suspects—streaming, browsing, and furiously tapping away at emails. The tenth-gen model boasts a slightly larger 10.9-inch screen and an upgraded A14 Bionic chip—basically, it’s like upgrading from a bicycle to a really fast tricycle! It also flaunts a USB-C port instead of Apple’s iconic Lightning connector. Praise the heavens, because dodging that Lightning cable is about as fun as dodging a shopping cart down an aisle full of people just as confused! Plus, if you’re into aesthetics, the tenth-gen lampoons the design of the pricier iPad Air with smaller bezels. It looks wonderful—until you accidentally drop it in a moment of sheer enthusiasm, of course.

Consider Your Needs Before Diving In

Now, here’s the kicker—the tenth-gen is objectively *better,* but if you’re someone simply looking for a tablet for children’s games or a good old Netflix binge without breaking the bank, the ninth-gen could do the job swimmingly! And let’s not forget—it has a 3.5mm headphone jack! It’s like finding an ancient relic in a treasure hunt, given that we’re knee-deep in 2024 and jacks are about as rare as a polite driver during rush hour.

Final Thoughts

So, whether you’re ready to dive for the latest tech marvel or just want something that will keep the kids quiet while you sip your overpriced oat milk latte, both iPads serve their specific purposes well. The real question is: how long until that iPad Mini rumour mill does something other than spin? Grab a seat and stay tuned, because if there’s one thing we know for sure, it’s that Apple will keep us on our toes—just not necessarily with new ideas. Cheers to that!