Although it seems that Apple is getting a lot of customers selling iPads for their brand new iPad Mini, that does not make the iPad Mini the best 7-inch tablet computer out there. Apparently, pundits found out that Amazon’s Kindle Fire HD and Google Nexus 7 had better displays.

Many believe that although the iPad Mini is very capable on its own, it is not necessarily following Apple’s tradition of the best display on the market. It does not even have a great display. It only has a good display. Clearly, Amazon and Google tablets are better.

A lot of people expected the smaller version of the iPad to have the Retina Display technology like the iPad 3. If it did, then it would have had 326 pixels per inch, which would need more than four times the screen area of the iPhone 5. That was why Apple stuck with 1024 by 768 with 163 pixels per inch. For a small tablet computer, $329 is too much, especially since Amazon Kindle Fire HD and Google Nexus 7, both of which have better display quality, cost only $199. That makes the Retina Display marketing a failure now for Apple.

Because of the $329 starting price of the iPad Mini, customers are indecisive whether or not the iPad Mini is worth selling their iPad for. Most of them think that the best choice now is the Nexus 7.

The smaller iPad also fell short when it comes to video quality. Contents viewed using this tablet are closer to Standard Definition video than true High Definition, because of the 1024 by 576 resolution, instead of the 1289 by 720 video, that is present on the Amazon Kindle Fire HD and the Google Nexus 7. If the iPad Mini had 1280 by 960, it would have been capable of delivering HD video content.

A weakness of all small tablets is the reflection of light on their screens. Most pundits even said that small tablets reflect so much that you can use them as mirrors. Low reflectance is really important for real picture quality, especially for more portable tablets.

Unfortunately for those who already bought the iPad Mini, the Kindle Fire HD and the Nexus 7 perform better than the small Apple tablet computer, notwithstanding the fact that they have lower prices. Another disappointment is that the iPad Mini has high reflectance, higher than the other two tablets. That means light reflects too much from it. This is another shortfall from Apple.

To summarize, the iPad Mini does not just have lower performance and specs than the Amazon and Google tablets; it is also incapable of besting either of those tablets. If you were to rank the three tablets, the Nexus 7 comes first, then the Kindle Fire HD, then the iPad Mini. Many expected that Apple would take the throne of 7-inch tablets, as they usually do with their products, but not this time.

Welcome back! Let’s now continue with the second part of why the Kindle Fire is better than the iPad Mini. As a recap, we discussed that the Kindle Fire has the better screen, options, display and price. So how can the iPad Mini be better than the Kindle Fire? Anyway, we still cannot figure out what’s with the hype for the iPad Mini when you can have a tablet that delivers the same quality for a cheaper price. Cheap yet great tablet? Well sell your iPad and get the Amazon Kindle Fire!

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5.      Availability

We all know that the small tablet computer hype is now focused on the iPad Mini. The first batch to be released is just the Wi-Fi only models. You have to wait for two more weeks for the release of the better tablets. On the other hand, the Kindle Fire and the Kindle Fire HD are already available. If you want a tablet computer now, why wait for a long time?

6.      Not Your Ordinary Android Device

We all know that if Kindle Fire ran on the ordinary Android operating system, there would be no difficulty liking the iPad Mini better. However, like all Amazon devices, this one runs on a modified version of the Android operating system. And the system is really good.

7.      Design

The fight for the best design between the Kindle Fire and the iPad Mini is almost a draw, although we can say that the Kindle Fire slightly wins out over the iPad, despite the fact that the difference is not that obvious. The Amazon tablet is sleek and has a nice plastic finish. Its design is simply esthetically pleasing.

8.      No LTE Advantage

 When the iPad Mini was released, Apple pointed out that they still have the high ground when it comes to LTE connectivity. The thing is, they did not mention that the Kindle Fire HD also has 4G LTE connectivity. The only problem is that that tablet will not launch until November 20. To make up for it, Amazon assure you that they won’t take advantage of you. Just by paying a one-time fee of $50, Kindle owners can have 250 MB of 4G data for 12 months, including the 20 GB Amazon Cloud Drive Storage.

9.      Services

Amazon has integrated most of their services like the Amazon Instant Video, MP3 store and Cloud Drive into their tablets. That is great news for consumers who want to use a tablet just for media consumption. Although Apple offers iTunes, the Kindle Fire still has more options.

10.      No Other Choice

 Amazon customers have no choice except the latest Kindle Fire. Besides, if they are Amazon fans, why not take advantage of the device that is really made to cater to Amazon? If you really love Amazon products, you have no other choice but to stay.

So there you go! Those are the reasons why the Kindle Fire is better than the iPad Mini. If you have decided to get a Kindle, why not sell old or broken iPads at CashforiPads.com for a high price?

Upon its release, the iPad Mini gained a lot of attraction. But then, is it worth selling iPad 1, 2 or 3 for it? Also, remember that Apple is new to the market of smaller tablet computers. It will be facing a lot of competitors like the currently reigning and lower priced Amazon Kindle Fire.

Pre-ordering for the iPad Mini was open on October 26. Everyone got excited and began calling it the best small tablet computer yet. Then again, is the hype really for the quality of the Apple device or is it for the brand name?

Another reason the hype for the iPad Mini is a bit weird is because for such a small tablet computer, its starting price is $329. This makes it much more expensive than any other current tablet in the market. Moreover, despite the fact that its screen is larger than any of those of non-Apple tablets, the Google Nexus 7 and Amazon Kindle Fire still have advantages of their own.

Let us talk about the Kindle Fire. This tablet computer from Amazon was designed really well. It was made with the customers in mind. It is not only affordable but also it has cool features. So, cool features + low price = one awesome device. What makes the Kindle Fire better than the iPad Mini?

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1.      Options
 
The Apple tablet computer has 12 models to choose from. The thing is, the only difference between those models is the Internet connectivity, memory storage and color. The Amazon Kindle Fire has its own models too and they depend on what the customers want. First off, there is the Kindle Fire HD with Wi-Fi only. For those who want a cheaper tablet, there is only the Kindle Fire. There is also the larger Kindle Fire HD which is 8.9 inches. LTE service is also available for the 8.9-inch model. These options give consumers a wider range to choose from.

2.      Screen

We all know that Apple took a great risk when they decided to produce a 7.9-inch iPad. This Apple tablet has a larger screen than the Nexus 7 and Kindle Fire. But then again, the Kindle Fire has a higher resolution model and an 8.9-inch display. This matches the Apple tablet. Moreover, consumers might choose to sell their iPad and get the Kindle Fire HD instead because it is available for only $499.

3.      Price

When it comes to price, the winner is obviously the Amazon Kindle Fire. The cheapest version of the Kindle Fire is just $159. Those who want a higher resolution display can get the Kindle Fire HD for $199. For a larger screen, they can get the Kindle Fire HD 8.9 for $299 with Wi-Fi connectivity. If they add LTE service, they get it for $499. On the other hand, the Wi-Fi only iPad Mini is an expensive $329 with only 16 GB.

4.      Display

The iPad Mini has a screen with a resolution of 1024 by 768 with 163 pixels per inch. The Kindle Fire HD has a 1280 by 800 high  resolution with 216 pixels per inch. For a better visual experience, you’d better get the Amazon tablet.




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