IOS 7 on iPad mini - will it see performance issues?
I have been on the fence for getting a current iPad mini, with the main question of what will iOS 7 do to the performance of this device?
As it has the same specifications of the iPad 2, and close to the underclocked iPhone 4s, it can do what I need it for today. But will the 512mb
ram be a limiting factor when the new iOS is released?
I still have my 1st generation iPad, and I remember the performance impact iOS 5 had when installed, making what once was a fairly speedy iPad to
slow and clunky.
No One here will have any idea of limitations of any future version of iOS.
This cycle has happened over and over with Apple devices once they install a newer iOS release. I'm sure any iPhone 4 owner can attest to the performance impact of each concurrent iOS install.
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ipad mini will not alert for facetime or skype calls. Yes everything is on. No, mute is not on. Fed up!Hello, pleaseacceptthisalias.
Thank you for visiting Apple Support Communities.
I would first start with forcing all applications to close and power cycle the device. Once this is done, have someone make a test call using these applications. If the issue persists, see the steps in the second article.
iOS: Force an app to close
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht5137
Troubleshooting notifications
Push notifications require an active Wi-Fi or cellular connection.
Note: Notifications use Wi-Fi only when a cellular connection is unavailable. Firewalls and proxy servers may affect your ability to receive notifications. For more information, see Unable to use Apple Push Notification service (APNs).
If you're not receiving notifications for a specific app, try these steps:
Verify that the app supports notifications.
After installing an app or restoring a backup to a different iOS device, open the app to begin receiving notifications. If the app requires entering or logging in to an account, you will need to do this before receiving notifications.
Check Settings > Notification Center to ensure that the app is configured for notifications. If notifications do not appear in the Notification Center, verify that the Notification Center setting for the app is enabled.
iOS: Understanding notifications
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht3576
Cheers,
Jason H. -
My ipad mini will not sync with itunes properly since ios8.02. How do I revert back to ios 8.0?
My ipad mini will not sync with itunes properly since ios8.02. How do I revert back to ios 8.0?
Hi SBonner,
Welcome to the Support Communities!
The article below may be able to help you with this.
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1538
Cheers,
- Judy -
If I erase my iPad mini will it erase ios 7 to ios 6? I'm tired of ios 7, it freezes a lot!
If I erase my iPad mini will it erase ios 7 to ios 6? I'm tired of ios 7, it freezes a lot!
Sorry Kimberly, it will not. Apple does not provide a downgrade path for the iOS for a variety of reasons.
If you have any particular questions or issues you would like to discuss, please post those.
Cheers,
GB -
With ios 8.3 ipad mini apps sometimes do not respond when touched
a new problem occurred with ios 8.3 ipad mini applications sometimes do not respond when touched Fix it in ios 8.4
If it has NEVER been jailbroke, here are some standard repair procedures:
First, try a system reset. It cures many ills and it's quick, easy and harmless...
Hold down the on/off switch and the Home button simultaneously until you see the Apple logo. Ignore the "Slide to power off" text if it appears. You will not lose any apps, data, music, movies, settings, etc.
If the Reset doesn't work, try a Restore. Note that it's nowhere near as quick as a Reset. It could take well over an hour! Connect via cable to the computer that you use for sync. From iTunes, select the iPad/iPod and then select the Summary tab. Follow the on-screen directions for Restore and be sure to say "yes" to the backup. You will be warned that all data (apps, music, movies, etc.) will be erased but, as the Restore finishes, you will be asked if you wish the contents of the backup to be copied to the iPad/iPod. Again, say "yes."
At the end of the basic Restore, you will be asked if you wish to sync the iPad/iPod. As before, say "yes." Note that that sync selection will disappear and the Restore will end if you do not respond within a reasonable time. If that happens, only the apps that are part of the IOS will appear on your device. Corrective action is simple - choose manual "Sync" from the bottom right of iTunes.
If you're unable to do the Restore (or it doesn't help), go into Recovery Mode per the instructions here. You WILL lose all of your data (game scores, etc,) but, for the most part, you can redownload apps and music without being charged again. Also, read this. -
installed latest iOS on my iPad mini, it got stuck while restarting after update. It is still in that stage even after 7 hours.
Placing your device into recovery (DFU-Device Firmware Upgrade) mode:
Follow these steps to place your iOS device into recovery mode. If your iOS device is already in recovery mode, you can proceed immediately to step 6.
1. Disconnect the USB cable from the iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, but leave the
other end of the cable connected to your computer's USB port.
2. Turn off the device: Press and hold the Sleep/Wake button for a few seconds
until the red slider appears, then slide the slider. Wait for the device to turn off.
* If you cannot turn off the device using the slider, press and hold the
Sleep/Wake and Home buttons at the same time. When the device turns off,
release the Sleep/Wake and Home buttons.
3. While pressing and holding the Home button, reconnect the USB cable to the
device. The device should turn on. Note: If you see the battery charge warning,
let the device charge for at least ten minutes to ensure that the battery has some
charge, and then start with step 2 again.
4. Continue holding the Home button until you see the "Connect to iTunes" screen.
When this screen appears you can release the Home button:
5. If necessary, open iTunes. You should see the following "recovery mode" alert:
6. Use iTunes to restore the device.
If you don't see the "Connect to iTunes" screen, try these steps again. If you see the "Connect to iTunes" screen but the device does not appear in iTunes, see this article and its related links.
Note: When using recovery mode, you can only restore the device. All user content on the device will be erased, but if you had previously synced with iTunes on this computer, you can restore from a previous backup. See this article for more information. -
My Ipad mini does not see my printer. my wife's ipad2 does. We both use IOS8 and upgraded at the same time. How can I remedy this?
OK great info!
I found 2 possible ethernet to USB adapters:
By "Plugable": USB 2.0 to ethernet LAN wired network adapter - seems this will work, but I'll contact Plugable.
2. Apple USB Ethernet Adapter
Easily connect your MacBook Air computer to an Ethernet network with the Apple USB Ethernet Adapter. Small and light, it connects to the USB 2.0 port of your MacBook Air and provides an RJ-45 connector that supports 10/100BASE-T performance. BUT NOT SURE IF THIS WILL WORK ON ANYTHING BUT a MacBook Air…
One person commented:
This little gem used to be the device of choice for adding a second Ethernet interface to a Mac Mini Server and I'd been using one that way for about a year. After doing a software update to 10.6.6 it stopped working. Forewarned is forearmed – it appears that Apple is finally enforcing the MacBook Air system requirement.
Thanks for any additional comments.
Best regards,
Steve Schulte
Sunday 6 January 2013 -
On iOS 7 on iPad mini how do I reset restrictions?
On iOS 7 on iPad mini how do I reset restrictions? I forgot the password and can not disable them
You have to restore the iPad to factory settings without using the back - if the backup contains the password for restrictions. If the backup does not contain the password, you can use it. But remember that if you use that backup, you turn back the clock on the iPad to the date and time that the backup was created and you lose everything that you have acquired with regard to data and photos since then.
However, when you restore to factory settings, you erase the iPad complete and will have to start all over again. Much of your paid content can be downloaded again for free as long as you use the same Apple ID.
Use iTunes to restore your iOS device to factory settings -
My ipad mini will not power on. I have tried to reset it and still nothing
My ipad mini will not power on. I have tried every reset known to man. HELP!!!
Hello Kwcuzzy,
The following article may be helpful in getting life restored to your iPad Mini.
iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3281
Cheers,
Allen -
My new iPad mini will not activate. What could be wrong?
My new iPad mini will not activate. Tried restarting the iPad with no luck. What else can I try?
On your computer, go to http://www.apple.com/itunes and download the current version (11.0.1).
Your iTunes 10.6.3 is old and cannot support a new iPad running iOS 6.
It is possible your computer is too old to support iTunes 11. That could be the reason for the message that 10.6.3 is the current version. In fact, it is not current and insufficient to support your new iPad.
Good luck. -
After installing iOS 5, my ipad 2 will not accept my access code and has locked me out
after installing iOS 5, my ipad 2 will not accept my access code and has locked me out. Any ideas?
I don't know if your symptoms are the same as mine, but my problem is the same. Specifically:
My update seemed to go fine, but I noticed that items in Notification Center were not current or missing, as compared to the iPhone. Also, when iTunes saw the iPad without it being connected by cable, the portion of the iTunes screen that displayed the OS status was blank, and it told me that I had to connect physically to update. When I did, iTunes confirmed that iOS 5 was indeed installed and current.
With this, I decided to shut down the iPad completely, and restart it. When it came back up, the lock screen had changed. I now get a full keyboard (not just a number pad). When I attempt to enter my 4-digit passcode (and I know I'm entering the correctone), the iPad won't take it. Now it's completely locked and I can't access it.
The odd thing is the way the screen changed to display a full keyboard on the lock screen. This didn't happen to the iPhone.
All devices are running the current versions of everything. -
Ipad mini will not charge or turn on
ipad mini will not charge or turn on, I have tried rebooting and also charging from wall. Apple icon doesn't appear even if I leave plugged in for an hour
Well my problem is now solved, both devices are bricked, Apple Store replaced both devices today, After talking with my daughter had the iPad mini was charging and it updated iOS8.1.3 and then bricked, tried all the things you suggested with both devices. Yes, I agree about not letting my devices die, this was the first time my phone had died in 5 months but I firmly believe iOS 8.1.3 was the cause of both devices demise. Apple checked both devices and promptly replaced both in about 30 minutes. I hope this is not the way Apple is planning on continuing with software updates. I have 10 apple devices and have been a strong supporter of their company, but these kind of half done updates are the reason I removed all Microsoft products from our household 7 years ago!
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My ipad mini will not power off, nor will it respond to any commands. The ICloud Backup reminder (which I do not use and have not activated)is stuck on the screen and will not clear.
Hold down the sleep and home keys for about 20 seconds and see if you can get it to reboot.
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My Ipad min was working fine this morning when I noticed it need to be charged along with my Iphone. Put them both on chargers. Now Ipad min will not power or come out of sleep mode. tried pushing home botton and the sleep/awake button on the to right to no avail. Any Ideas what to try next?
Thanks
TomStandard troubleshooting...
1. Try a Restart by pressing the sleep/lock button until you see the slider. Slide to power off. Restart by pressing the sleep/lock button until you see the Apple logo.
2. Try a Reset by pressing the home and sleep buttons until you see the Apple logo, ignoring the slider if, it comes up. Takes about 5-15 secs of button holding and you won't lose any data or settings.
3. Remove all apps from Recently Used list...
- From any Home Screen, double tap the home button to bring up the Recents List
- Tap and hold any icon in this list until they wiggle
- Press the red (-) to delete all apps from this list.
- Press the home button twice when done.
4. If still a problem restore with your backup.
5. If still a problem restore as new, i.e. without your backup. See how it runs with nothing synced to it.
6. If still a problem, it's likely a hardware issue. -
If I have an iPad and iPad mini and would like to sync ebooks to IPad mini will I lose ebooks on iPad?
How to Transfer Photos from an iPad to a Computer
http://www.wikihow.com/Transfer-Photos-from-an-iPad-to-a-Computer
Importing Personal Photos and videos from your iOS device to your computer.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4083
There's also some apps that will transfer via wifi. Using these apps may be the easiest way of transferring your Photos and Videos to your computer and other iOS devices.
Simple Photo & Video Transfer
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/simple-photo-video-transfer/id420821506?mt=8
Simple Transfer App
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/simple-transfer/id411292121?mt=8
Easy Media Transfer : Useful App for Wireless Transfer
http://apps400.com/iphone-apps/easy-media-transfer-useful-app-for-wireless-trans fer.html
Photo Transfer
http://www.phototransferapp.com/
Copy Photos (& Videos) Between iOS Devices
http://tinyurl.com/cnz95bc
Cheers, Tom
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