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Which iPad Is Right For You?

There’s a bewildering array of iPads available today, and for many consumers, the fear of making the wrong choice can become paralysing. We have a few tips and hints to make selecting the right iPad a straightforward business.

iPad Pro
Might as well be called the iPad Big - because the 12.9 inch/ 32.7 cm screen is huge by tablet standards. This screen is what makes the Pro a delight and it’s a real productivity device, particular-ly popular with those who create music (the four speakers give it a nice volume weighting). The 4GB Ram makes this a substantial processor of anything thrown at it, especially in work terms, but the Pro is also reasonably mobile, with a weight of 713g (Wi-Fi) or 723g (Cellular). 

Who is the iPad Pro for? 
Business leaders, those who need to work on the move and anybody who needs the extra power the Pro offers, particularly those working with an array of apps or even, perhaps, designing them.

"Apple Store Zürich Bahnhofstrasse - iPad3 Premiere 2012-03-16 18-55-45 (P7000)" by Roland zh


iPad Air 2
The iPad Air 2, is pretty good at everything, if not a specialist at anything. It offers a 9.7 inch/24.6 cm screen, processes faster than the iPad Mini 4 and can handle split-screen apps. One place the iPad Air 2 really stands out is weight - just 469g. On the downside, it can infuriate those who have more specialised needs and find the iPad Air 2 too much of a generalist to meet their specific requirements.

Who is the iPad Air 2 for?
If you’re ready to move up to a larger Apple tablet but the iPad Pro is beyond your budget, or not portable enough for your needs, the iPad Air 2 will thrill you. 


iPad Air
The original and genuine 2013 iPad Air is still available - it’s the cheapest way to move to Apple with many identical specs to the iPad Mini 2 although the lower screen resolution (2048 x 1536 pixels) and the reduced pixel density can make this a less attractive option to gamers. The rear camera is also a 5-megapixel rather than 8, but there’s no Touch ID and no burst mode or slow-mo video. 16 GB or 32 GB capacity also makes this a low-storage option.

Who is the iPad Air for?
Budget-conscious buyers seeking a big iPad who don’t mind if the functions are a little slower than newer models … this is a great entry level device for younger people and/or your gran who will love the screen size and not notice the slow function speeds!

 
"Amanda Palmer - Arena Vienna 2011 a03" by Manfred Werner

iPad Mini 2
The ultimate in affordability, the iPad Mini 2 has an 8 inch/20 cm screen and is essentially an iPad Air on a smaller scale. No Touch ID means that you can’t make App Store purchases or online payments so easily, but it’s still a great little device, especially if you go for the 32 GB storage op-tion. Like its successor, the iPad Mini 4, it does require the user to have pretty good eyesight so it’s a budget option for those with 20/20 vision.

Who is the iPad Mini 2 for?
For those who primarily want to surf the web or hang out on social media the iPad Mini 2 can be a superb tablet at a great price. 


iPad Mini 4
The inclusion of Touch ID means App purchases and online payments are straightforward. This iPad has split-screen function and multi-tasks. On the plus side it’s got a faster processor, better cameras both front and rear and that all-important split-screen capacity. On the minus side, it does come in at a pretty steep price for an 8-inch tablet.

Who is the iPad Mini 4 for?
Those who travel, especially where every ounce counts, and those who need to multi-task on the go find the iPad Mini 4 is their ideal option.



*The information in this blog is designed to provide helpful information on the subjects discussed. Please seek a professional for expert advice as we can not be held responsible for any damages or negative consequences upon following this information.

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Tips for choosing the right breakdown cover

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Breakdown cover varies hugely in price, and some of the best plans are not from the big providers. But shopping around can be difficult when the different packages have so many features that vary between them.

Additionally, you might feel that a top-notch breakdown policy is overkill if you’ve never broken down before.

Unfortunately, dealing with roadside recovery can be very challenging, and breakdown cover is a vital helping hand if the worst does happen.

How to Choose Personal or Vehicle Cover

To choose breakdown cover, the first decision you need to make is whether you’re going to insure yourself as the driver, or the vehicle you drive. There is a basic rule of thumb for this:

     If you travel in several vehicles on a regular basis, it makes sure to insure yourself so that you have breakdown cover irrespective of the vehicle you’re in (remember: you don’t have to be driving at the time to be covered)

     If you have one car at home, shared by yourself, a spouse, and maybe your grown-up kids, then it makes more sense to insure the car so everyone’s covered for driving it.

There are other factors to bear in mind:

     The age of the cars you travel in, and the degree to which you trust them not to break down, might play a factor in which type of cover you pick

     Cost is an issue; personal cover is almost always more expensive than cover for a vehicle, because the probability of you actually using it is higher.

How Recovery Works

Breakdown cover will either aim to get your car fixed by the roadside, or it’ll get you to the nearest garage.

Pay more, and you’ll have the option of being taken to your original destination if you break down. So you can complete your journey to home, work, or perhaps a holiday.

You might need to consider your own appetite for risk here. If you travel with small children, being recovered to a garage in the middle of nowhere may not be much help to you. In that scenario, you’d perhaps rather be taken to your destination. Some insurers will cover a hotel and hire car if you’re stuck miles from home.

The final option would be the most expensive: the option to call out a repair person even if you are stranded at home.

Final Thoughts

The final components in each policy are essentially the fine print.

     Consider where you drive. Cover can be for UK-only, Europe, or the world.

     Consider how reliable your car is. If you’re limited to a couple of call-outs a year, you may run out if you have an older vehicle that’s prone to issues.

     Finally, consider whether your new car really needs full roadside cover; it might be better to get a cheap policy at first. After all, many cars are now more prone to computer problems than they are to mechanical issues, and few computer-controlled components could be fixed on a hard shoulder.

Confused? Recovery to a garage is better than nothing if you’re short of cash. You will at least know that you won’t be stranded by the roadside if the worst does happen.

 

*The information in this blog is designed to provide helpful information on the subjects discussed. Please seek a professional for expert advice as we can not be held responsible for any damages or negative consequences upon following this information.

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