iPad mini 4 cable

Mori55 · May 20, 2020

I’m going to use my iPad mini 4. What longer cable do you guys recommend ?

GadgetGuy · May 20, 2020

If you slide the Mini 4 slightly to the left in a tablet mount, and feed the stock cable through the tablet mount, instead of around it, you won't need one!

Parrotoid · May 20, 2020

Mori55 said:
I’m going to use my iPad mini 4. What longer cable do you guys recommend ?

You may Want to watch this and read some more about the mini 4. I was planning on using my iPad mini 4 also, but I ordered a mini 5 yesterday because of all the issues people are having with the MA2 and mini 4.

Skipper1 · May 20, 2020

IPad Mini 4 works just fine with the MA2 & MM.

Parrotoid · May 20, 2020

Skipper1 said:
IPad Mini 4 works just fine with the MA2 & MM.

I’ve been reading about constant cpu overload errors with the mini 4. Are you using one? It’s listed as compatible, but Imthink it’s wishful thinking.

Swampcat · May 20, 2020

I haven't seen any CPU overload errors with my Mini 4. Admittedly, I don't have a lot of flying time yet on the MA2, so I can't say it's a definitive conclusion for me. I've got newer, larger iPad and my iPhone for alternates if the Mini hits the wall, but I'd like to keep using the Mini if I can. It seems to be the right balance (for me) of size and weight compared to my other options on hand.

Parrotoid · May 20, 2020

Sounds like it works for some but not others. Let us know how it works for you.

Is anyone using iPad mini 4 with mavic air 2?

I need your advise here! There is someone on YouTube that posted a video do not fly mavic air 2 with iPad mini 4! He as airplane mode on but he is using screen recording during the flight and is he’s lagging like crazy and almost loosing connection and so on ....he also have to turn off ads-b...

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Magilla Gorilla · May 20, 2020

Had the same results as in the video with iPhone 6S and iPad mini 2. Every flight.
Been using a mini 5 since last July. Have never seen the issue even with cache video on and screen record.
Mavic Pro Platinum.

As for the cable, see post #2.

crosswired · May 20, 2020

no issues with mini 4 whatsoever (128GB), video cache set to Auto
MA2 EU version without ADS-B

Skipper1 · May 20, 2020

Parrotoid said:
I’ve been reading about constant cpu overload errors with the mini 4. Are you using one? It’s listed as compatible, but Imthink it’s wishful thinking.

Nope, no CPU overload!

Skipper1 · May 20, 2020

If you have a iPad Mini 4, use it. If you don’t have one get the newer iPad Mini 5. Makes no sense buying older tablets.

gattech · May 20, 2020

I use my ipad mini4 without a problem for my Spark, my MA1 and my MM.
Received the new MA2 a couple days ago and tested it flying for 10 mins with no problems yet.

However I would like to steer back the discussion to the original title.

I'm too trying to find a longer OTG USB-C to Lightning cable for the MA2 controller. I have longer OTG cables for Spark, MM and MA2 but wont fit the MA2.
Made some Google searches with no luck.

gattech · May 20, 2020

GadgetGuy said:
If you slide the Mini 4 slightly to the left in a tablet mount, and feed the stock cable through the tablet mount, instead of around it, you won't need one!

What brand and model of tablet mount are you using?
Thanks.

Magilla Gorilla · May 20, 2020

I don’t have an Air 2, but would this work?

AUKEY USB C to Lightning Cable (1ft 2-Pack MFi Certified) Nylon PD Fast Charging Cable Type C to Lightning Charger Compatible with iPhone 11 Pro/X / 8 Plus, iPad Pro 2017, and Other Apple Devices https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YC3R1QM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_6CxXEb7WDFQHJ

Magilla Gorilla · May 20, 2020

If the link doesn’t work, here’s a photo from Amazon:

markyga · May 20, 2020

I’ve been using my M2P with an iPad Mini 4 for over a year now. Works perfect. Here’s a pic of how to hook up the lightning-to-usb cable. Plug the USB end into the bottom of the controller. Then run the cable over to the right and plug the lightning end into your iPad mini.

Two quick notes... first, use a SHORT cable. Makes it easier to hook up and it’s out of the way. And second, DEFINITELY spring for a tablet holder. Mine (I bought an F-Stop) was only about 20 bucks and it’s fantastic. Good luck!

Mori55 · May 20, 2020

Now I’m worried about using my iPad mini 4. It worked great with my mini. I thought I’d be fine with it. I’d hate for it to crap out on me. Just don’t want to spend the money on a new one as it works for whatever else I use it for b