On: No user agent detection for the iPad Mini

[JuDue]

Hmm

I'd argue detecting iPad 2 in landscape mode would be an opportunity for an extra RHS column

While on Mini, you'd just drop that

Shame we can not have that possibility, as the extra 19% of screen makes an extra column readable.

[Devilboy → JuDue]

I'd be pretty unhappy if my favourite website was missing a column just because I was on my mini.

[JuDue → Devilboy]

You already have that on phone vs desktop.

It's the nature of things, and should not be an issue if the responsive design is done properly

[Devilboy → JuDue]

But the iPad and the iPad mini has the same number of pixels. If I browse a site on my mini I expect the same UI as when I use my iPad.

[JuDue → Devilboy]

This is true. But there is a strong case for increasing font size on a mini, and letting the content breath more. So dropping a RHS column would help that.

This is if you believe in non-zoomable design. If you allow the user to zoom, one option would be to deliver full desktop design and content, as you prefer.