Any iPad Mini pros?

BluesDragon · May 2, 2017

I purchased an iPad Mini 4 just for the MP. The first time I took the MP up after about 10 minutes I got an 'over temperature' error and the iPad just shut down. Didn't affect the control of the MP and I was able to bring it in. Upon researching the interweb, I figured I had my brightness too high (maxed at the time) and lowered it down to about 50%. I was also out in direct sunlight (about 90*) and thought that had something to do with it as well.
Since then.. no issues. Flew a couple more times... went through all three of my batteries and all was good. Until today... it happened again. this time into the second battery. It is a bit warm again today (92*) and the one difference is that I used Buy Remote Controller Monitor Hood for Tablets | DJI Store . So now I'm wondering if the hood was the cause? It does restrict any airflow to the iPad. I'm even considering cutting out the back of the hood so the back of the iPad will be 'in the open'. I just want to make sure I didn't pick up a defective iPad. I did get it off Amazon as a "like new" product, so it was not new when purchased. Any brain food on this is greatly appreciated...

Strafe1 · May 2, 2017

There have been reports of overheating when in direct sun and on hot days. The last I heard about this was maybe 2 years ago, and it affected phones as well as tablets. I would definitely have the back open though.

BluesDragon · May 2, 2017

Yeah, this one I got I'm pretty sure is a '13 model. Think I'll do some modding on the back of the hood and see if that helps. We're looking at triple digits in the weather next week. I'm thinking my flyin' times are gonna change to early mornings!

Jenee · May 3, 2017

BluesDragon said:
I purchased an iPad Mini 4 just for the MP. The first time I took the MP up after about 10 minutes I got an 'over temperature' error and the iPad just shut down. Didn't affect the control of the MP and I was able to bring it in. Upon researching the interweb, I figured I had my brightness too high (maxed at the time) and lowered it down to about 50%. I was also out in direct sunlight (about 90*) and thought that had something to do with it as well.
Since then.. no issues. Flew a couple more times... went through all three of my batteries and all was good. Until today... it happened again. this time into the second battery. It is a bit warm again today (92*) and the one difference is that I used Buy Remote Controller Monitor Hood for Tablets | DJI Store . So now I'm wondering if the hood was the cause? It does restrict any airflow to the iPad. I'm even considering cutting out the back of the hood so the back of the iPad will be 'in the open'. I just want to make sure I didn't pick up a defective iPad. I did get it off Amazon as a "like new" product, so it was not new when purchased. Any brain food on this is greatly appreciated...

I have an Ipad mini 4 and I have it set on full brightness. I have flown in full sun when the temp was approaching 40 degrees C (104 F) and have never had a problem with the ipad mini overheating.

tmoerel · May 3, 2017

One thing to keep in mind is that different materials and colours absorb heat differently.
I went with a White/Silver iPad mini as these colours are very good at reflecting heat.
Black/SpaceGray might not be as forgiving in the sun and heat up a lot more!

BluesDragon · May 3, 2017

Jenee said:
I have an Ipad mini 4 and I have it set on full brightness. I have flown in full sun when the temp was approaching 40 degrees C (104 F) and have never had a problem with the ipad mini overheating.

Well that's enough for me to determine it's a defective product. I always hate buying used products.. and this is exactly why. It's going back today... I'll just be grounded until I can replace it.

BluesDragon · May 4, 2017

Shipped out the used one this morning. Received my brand new one this afternoon. Gotta love Amazon Prime's one day shipping! Now I just gotta get it setup... updating the iOS now... and see if this one gives me the same issues. If not, I'll be able to rest easy returning that used one.. three days before my 30 day return policy expired.

TrayBoz · May 4, 2017

Jenee - what color iPad Mini 4 do you have?

BluesDragon: What color iPad Mini 4 did you just get new? And, please let me know once you've used it a few times in the direct sunlight if it still over heats. Or post if please post if you have NO problems with it overheating with the new one.

I'm really curious because I use an iPad Mini 4 (black), and I use it at 100% brightness. I've never had a problem with it overheating, BUT, I obviously haven't used it during summer months yet. I'm wondering if I'll have problems when the temperature here gets in the 95-105 range in the direct sunlight, which it does quite often.

Davzone · May 4, 2017

I have a space grey iPad mini 2 cellular. After about 2 batteries on the 3rd one I notice some slowdown while under sun with full brightness and 90+ outside. iPad is definitely gets hot.
Never shut off on me before. I keep the LTE on also to have internet for the maps. If I take a break between batteries then no issues.

I did turn off every apple stuff like multi window,notifications,background app refresh etc.

BluesDragon · May 5, 2017

TrayBoz said:
BluesDragon: What color iPad Mini 4 did you just get new? And, please let me know once you've used it a few times in the direct sunlight if it still over heats. Or post if please post if you have NO problems with it overheating with the new one.

I actually did go with the space grey again. I just gotta like the black face better. Guess it's the dirty biker in me... lol. I figured since it was '13 model and Strafe1 mentioned this issue hasn't been reported in two years it was in that older model... at least that's what I'm hoping. This one is a new, not used, '15 edition and I'm feeling good about it. I'll be putting 'er the air tomorrow, it's supposed to get up to 106* I believe, but that's typically by 3pm-ish so I'll be done well before then. Will definitely let ya know how it goes.

BluesDragon · May 5, 2017

Put two batteries through flight early this morning. So far so good. Gonna put 'er up again at a buddy's place in a few hours. It'll be warmer out by then. Keepin' my fingers crossed...

BluesDragon · May 5, 2017

All good! The iPad and the MP performed like it should... I'm pretty happy once again!

RFaust · May 27, 2017

BluesDragon said:
All good! The iPad and the MP performed like it should... I'm pretty happy once again!

AZ in May is pretty warm. You might consider refrigerating your iPad Mini before you start. You could keep it in a pack with blue ice in your car or in the refrigerator if you're at home.
Electronics always run better cold (to an extent)