New iPad mini 2 : should I update to OS8 or leave 7?

I bought an iPad Mini 2 yesterday (32 gig) : running well so far (apart from terrible available memory allocation ... but I will post about this separately). the question I have , do I upgrade to OS8? - I am tempted to leave 7 - my iPhone 5c performance and battery is terrible since putting 8 on - many blogs complain / similar issues - my iPad 2 64 gig has been destroyed performance wise by 8 - why was my NEW iPad loaded with 7 and not 8 ... Maybe 7 better (or is my mini retina not that new and been sitting in a warehouse for 6 months) So ....
Should I install 8 or leave 7.1.2 ?

I have an iPad mini 2 purchased last year that remained on iOS 7.x for quite awhile after iOS 8 was released. I always wait for at least a x.1 release for before updating. when iOS 8.1 was released, I updated that iPad with no issues whatsoever.
I also purchased an additional mini 2 a couple of weeks ago and updated that device with iOS 8.1 as well, again with no issues.
Those are my personal experiences...update if you'd like (I'd say it's safe) but remember that you cannot backdate to iOS 7.x after making the jump.
In addition, if you decide to STAY at iOS 7.x, do NOT restore your iPad for any reason *using iTunes* as it will be updated to the most current iOS version your device qualifies for (iOS 8.1 currently). If you must restore the device, do so on the device itself under Settings/General/Reset/Erase All Content and Settings. This will retain the iOS version that is currently on the device.

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Contrary to the opinion above, I see no reason whatsoever why you can't set up the new iPad from the backup of the old one. Obviously you will have app updates to make and complete and that sort of thing, but if you want to retain all of your app data and device settings (some of which will change because of the updated iOS), I would certainly restore from the backup first.
If you find that to be problematic, you can always start all over again.

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iPad not appearing in iTunes
http://www.apple.com/support/ipad/assistant/itunes/
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Mac OS X
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1591
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1538
iTunes for Windows: iTunes can’t contact the iPhone, iPad, or iPod software update server
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1814
iTunes for Windows: Device Sync Tests
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4235
IOS: Syncing with iTunes
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1386
Apple - Support - iPad - Syncing
http://www.apple.com/support/ipad/syncing/
iTunes 10.5 and later: Troubleshooting iTunes Wi-Fi Syncing
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts4062
iOS: “Not enough free space” alert when trying to sync
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1503
You may need to delete iTunes on your computer and then reinstall.
How To Completely Uninstall and Remove All Traces of iTunes
http://zardozz.com/zz/2008/04/how-to-completely-uninstall-and-remove-all-traces- of-itunes.html/
 Cheers, Tom

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If you have an iPad 1, the max iOS is 5.1.1. For newer iPads, the current iOS is 7.0.2. The Settings>General>Software Update only appears if you have iOS 5.0 or higher currently installed.
iOS 5: Updating your device to iOS 5 or Later
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
How to install iOS 6
http://www.macworld.com/article/2010061/hands-on-with-ios-6-installation.html
iOS: How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4623
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Tip - If connected to your computer, you may need to disable your firewall and anitvirus software temporarily. Then download and install the iOS update. Be sure and backup your iPad before the iOS update. After you update an iPad (except iPad 1) to iOS 6.x, the next update can be installed via wifi (i.e., not connected to your computer).
Tip 2 - If you're updating via wifi, place your iPad close to your router to preclude getting a corrupted download.
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The iOS 7.0 update requires around 2.5 GB of storage space, so if your iPad is almost full, you may need to clear up some space. You can check your available space in Settings -> General -> Usage.
There are two ways to upgrade to iOS 7: You can use your Wi-Fi connection, or you can connect your iPad to your PC and update through iTunes. We'll go over each method.
To upgrade using Wi-Fi:
Note: If your iPad's battery is under 50%, you will want to plug it into your charger while performing the update.
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    2.    Locate and tap "General" from the menu on the left.
    3.    The second option from the top is "Software Update". Tap this to move into the update settings.
    4.    Tap "Download and Install". This will start the upgrade, which will take several minutes and will reboot your iPad during the process. If the Download and Install button is grayed out, trying clearing up some space. The space required by the update is mostly temporary, so you should gain most of it back after iOS 7 is installed.
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To upgrade using iTunes:
First, connect your iPad to your PC or Mac using the cable provided when you purchased your device. This will allow iTunes to communicate with your iPad.
You will also need the latest version of iTunes. Don't worry, you will be prompted to download the latest version when you launch iTunes. Once it installs, you may be asked to setup iCloud by logging into your iTunes account. If you have a Mac, you may be prompted on whether or not you want to enable the Find my Mac feature.
Now you are ready to begin the process:
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    3.    After canceling the dialog box, iTunes should automatically sync with your iPad.
    4.    If iTunes doesn't automatically sync, you can manually do it by selecting your iPad within iTunes, clicking on the File menu and choosing Sync iPad from the list.
    5.    After your iPad has been synced to iTunes, select your iPad within iTunes. You can find it on the left side menu under Devices.
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 Cheers, Tom

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The only way to stop being asked for the password for the old AppleID is to remove all apps from the device that were downloaded using that old AppleID.
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When I set up my iPad Mini earlier it asked me if I wasnted to set up as new or restore from my iPhone 4S backup.
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My youngsters are currently playing tug of war with the new iPad Mini - I knew I should have bought two - they fit in one hand very nicely for adults and seem even better for small hands.
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