The Vergecast Apple's new iPad mini and Google's Stadia gaming platform
Mar 22, 2019
The hosts dive into Apple's exciting new products, spotlighting the iPad mini's compact design and enhanced features of the iPad Air and AirPods. They also speculate on Apple's upcoming streaming service and its potential impact in a competitive market. The conversation shifts to Google's groundbreaking Stadia cloud gaming platform, discussing its impressive specs and what it means for traditional gaming. They even touch on quirky robotic therapy pets, blending tech advancements with humor.
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iOS 12 on iPad Mini
- The iPad Mini's small size makes it a secondary device, ideal for specific tasks.
- This positioning makes iOS 12's limitations less noticeable compared to larger iPads or iPhones.
iPad Mini's Lasting Appeal
- Apple conducted research on iPad Mini purchases.
- They found that most people bought it for its size, not its price.
Small Tablets: A Forgotten Convenience
- Dieter Bohn recalls the HTC Flyer, a small Android tablet with a stylus predating the iPad Mini.
- The Flyer's appeal, like the Mini's, highlights the enduring convenience of small tablets.