iPad mini 2019 review: the best small tablet

iPad mini 2019 review: the best small tablet

The iPad mini is the best small tablet around. With the fifth-gen iPad mini, you basically get the entire feature set of the new iPad Air, in a smaller package with better tablet app support than anything else on the market. The Apple Pencil works just like the first-gen Pencil on any other iPad. After using the new iPad mini, we’re reminded why people like it so much and if you want a powerful small tablet, the new iPad mini is the best choice, full stop.

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50 Comments

  1. Fijian Vlogger Nimmi on April 30, 2022 at 7:31 pm

    I wanna know if I should buy it in 2021?



  2. BlizzardPeak on April 30, 2022 at 7:32 pm

    I bought the iPad mini 5 when it released in March 2019. Love it.
    Only thing I’m doing different with the mini 6 when it comes out is getting the larger storage option. Will be going 256gb for sure, not 64.



  3. MARSHMALLOW on April 30, 2022 at 7:32 pm

    Wait does any iPad pincel work 0-0 l got on and it’s comeing 2 mouth 0-0



  4. Lucky on April 30, 2022 at 7:32 pm

    Does the 2nd pencil work with ipad mini 2019? Ive read its not compatible is this true?



  5. cute_ viedo on April 30, 2022 at 7:34 pm

    One tap kitten ki hi



  6. Elma Lesly on April 30, 2022 at 7:37 pm

    iPad mini 2019 gang wya🙋🏽‍♀️🙋🏽‍♀️🙋🏽‍♀️



  7. CRUCRACKS ON INSTAGRAM on April 30, 2022 at 7:38 pm

    I’m grateful that *PROGRAM_CYBER* on IG fixed my iPad perfectly



  8. Alexander on April 30, 2022 at 7:38 pm

    You want a killer small tablet isn’t really a convincing argument to buy this



  9. Lanna Calnan on April 30, 2022 at 7:38 pm

    Is that the iPad mini 4 and was it very expensive??



  10. The Retro Geek on April 30, 2022 at 7:39 pm

    A mini 4, 5 Smart Cover won’t work with the 1, 2, 3 due to the arrangement of the magnets



  11. sweetiepiejer on April 30, 2022 at 7:40 pm

    for $400 it should have a good battery they say 10hrs but its only 8. my android for $180 it has a 18 hour battery life. so when the android dieds in 2 years its worth it to get another one when i dont have to charge the battery 3 times a day.



  12. jennifer dodds on April 30, 2022 at 7:40 pm

    Awesome 😎



  13. Rosemarie Kury on April 30, 2022 at 7:40 pm

    Thanks for this. I have a 3rd gen Mini which I love but the OS system isn’t with new apps. The 6th generation is too expensive and doesn’t have the hole for headphones which I use a lot when watching UTube. I just bought a refurbished 5th generation so now I know what’s on it. I still have a working 2nd generation one that I read from and has long battery life. I’m 78 and have arthritic wrists so the small size is perfect for me. Not concerned about the camera or no USB port and may not even buy the pencil.



  14. indra 1225 on April 30, 2022 at 7:41 pm

    What’s the size



  15. Shereen Saint-Soutane on April 30, 2022 at 7:42 pm

    I buying a ipad mini!



  16. Johnny Doe on April 30, 2022 at 7:47 pm

    The New Mini 6 is Causing Nausea because
    of Jelly Scrolling. I am going with the Mini 5
    which is going for a Sweat Price.



  17. Teenu Maria on April 30, 2022 at 7:48 pm

    CYBERADDRESS ON INSTAGRAM I’m truly happy and grateful I’ve never seen a man who is trustworthy and faithful like CYBERADDRESS ON INSTAGRAM I got my iPad pro successfully



  18. MrGriff305 on April 30, 2022 at 7:49 pm

    I just bought this update for my mother since she loves this device (had the iPad4). That said.. getting the feeling that Apple doesn’t care about iPads too much since the brand new model looks 10 years old. Steve Jobs would’ve never allowed that.



  19. Penguin Twice on April 30, 2022 at 7:51 pm

    I think ipad mini 6 will have an all screen design



  20. Kurt Cariaga on April 30, 2022 at 7:52 pm

    I just bought this last week, and I absolutely love it! ❤️

    iPadOS 14.5 runs well on it. Multitasking works as promised. I was waiting for an iPad Mini 6 but it didn’t get announced in the latest Apple event. No regrets in buying this over the 10.2 inch base iPad. Better screen and front camera that’s great for Zoom calls. Now I’m hoping they release an iPad Pro Mini or iPad Mini Pro or whatever they call it hahahaha



  21. Jack Golden on April 30, 2022 at 7:52 pm

    I would like to give apple my money on this, it’s not over priced, and they didn’t change it for no reason, it still has a home button, a headphone jack, and a good price



  22. Risgaan Gaming on April 30, 2022 at 7:53 pm

    Really thank you for making this video



  23. bubby..butterfly on April 30, 2022 at 7:54 pm

    Where did u get the apple pen



  24. Marek Robertson on April 30, 2022 at 7:54 pm

    6:40 I’m concerned about your number of home screens lol 😂



  25. Septic_Eye_ Revolution on April 30, 2022 at 7:54 pm

    Apple is definitely improving the productivity even of the small format iPad like Mini 5 and the A12 Processor with a Retina screen is a great upgrade! Even though the design of the tablet is outdated, the performance is awesome! I have been using my iPad Mini 4 since 2015 and it’s truly great for working, web-browsing and even gaming for all the Apps from the App Store! The compact tablets are a great choice for the specific type of a user! Thanks for the great Tech review, Verge!



  26. Tas Neem on April 30, 2022 at 7:58 pm

    No USB-C, that’s ok. But atleast give a magnet for the pencil. And those bezels! Oh Common!!



  27. Saritau Srivastava on April 30, 2022 at 8:00 pm

    Is this calling tab



  28. Teenu Maria on April 30, 2022 at 8:01 pm

    CYBERADDRESS ON INSTAGRAM I’m truly happy and grateful I’ve never seen a man who is trustworthy and faithful like CYBERADDRESS ON INSTAGRAM I got my iPad pro successfully



  29. twitchster77 on April 30, 2022 at 8:01 pm

    I really want one…but I’m trying my best to hold out for a possible new version in a few months. I’d hate to buy one now just to regret not waiting.



  30. Maxaniee on April 30, 2022 at 8:01 pm

    My one year old niece has thag



  31. Pratik Madrecha on April 30, 2022 at 8:03 pm

    Light backgrounds like on here don’t look good on the verge



  32. Lakshmi Gayatri on April 30, 2022 at 8:03 pm

    I am from the future. No its not. Don’t worry when it did become the new norm. Apple made new usb-N port



  33. Peter Schumacher on April 30, 2022 at 8:04 pm

    You summed it up in the written review: “People who love the iPad mini really, REALLY, love the iPad mini”. That’s the reason it exists. 😛



  34. NaMeLeSs on April 30, 2022 at 8:05 pm

    Bro , does autodesk sketchbook works in ipad mini



  35. human being on April 30, 2022 at 8:05 pm

    BuT tHe HoMe BuTtOn



  36. Horatio hornblower on April 30, 2022 at 8:06 pm

    Just ordered mine



  37. msmuniz23 on April 30, 2022 at 8:07 pm

    Is this device compatible with Netflix and Hulu?



  38. MARK VINCENT NAVARRO on April 30, 2022 at 8:08 pm

    Hello gagekddhdhd



  39. Nataly Teran on April 30, 2022 at 8:10 pm

    I just got my ipad mini yesterday. Took a video on youtube, check it out



  40. Yael Pastrana on April 30, 2022 at 8:11 pm

    Can you give me Mini pad sir 🐱



  41. The Verge on April 30, 2022 at 8:11 pm

    Do you like the Mini’s size?



  42. Jheo Rance Navarro on April 30, 2022 at 8:12 pm

    I want thi ipad air 4 blue. Plssssssss



  43. It'sBelle on April 30, 2022 at 8:13 pm

    I have the iPad mini 3, I think.
    Anyway, the Apple Pencil on this is in a horrible position and it doesn’t look portable. The size is a respectable feature, I could be able to fit it in my everyday bag. I was looking or a small portable iPad compatible with Apple Pencil and multitasking. Before I bought it, I wanted to watch a couple of reviews to see what people think of the iPad mini 5. This review totally rocked and it was the bee’s knees. Keep up all the great work. You guys work so hard to create this video! Hope you continue creating content! I definitely know where to go if I’m looking for a good iPad review! 👍🏻



  44. Tas Neem on April 30, 2022 at 8:15 pm

    I’d buy it if the design changes



  45. CampTUBE 🏕 on April 30, 2022 at 8:16 pm

    I have an 11 iPad pro and a 12 mini phone. I got the iPad mini cellular cause I use it for work and it does all I need. I use my phone for.. well phone stuff. My iPad pro stays at home for Netflix and serious browsing. The mini is a great little tablet and the perfect size for work apps. Light and easy to store. What’s not to like.



  46. Atif Bushra on April 30, 2022 at 8:17 pm

    Wow i like it i said to my mum and dad to buy me one



  47. jyothsna seelam on April 30, 2022 at 8:23 pm

    *24.7web have no problem clearing this issue*



  48. Malakar on April 30, 2022 at 8:24 pm

    Great job on the review video



  49. ArtisticViffy on April 30, 2022 at 8:27 pm

    i have the first generation (i don’t use it anymore) and today i’m getting the fifth generation



  50. Mary Sandra on April 30, 2022 at 8:28 pm

    *finally I got my iPad unlock fixed successful by these awesome man deztoolz on Instagram"""""""he is best of the best*