Take a closer look at the iPad Mini

For me, who get used to type on the big iPad, the size of iPad Mini really made me a little uncomfortable for typing. 

However, there is no doubt that the new iPad is lighter and booklike and convenient for carry, and general functionality offers a full iPad experience.

But then again, the iPad Mini costs too much, especially considering the lower resolution of its 7.9-inch non-Retina Display. The A5 processor isn't as robust as the one in the fourth-gen iPad and iPhone 5. 

In my opinion, only if you want a full, polished Apple tablet experience in a smaller package, you can try to buy the iPad mini, otherwise, good alternatives are available for less money.