Knowing very little about the technical side of iOS development, I'm wondering if there is a chance that the introduction of a new screen size will significantly complicate the design process for apps. Some apps lend themselves to universal versions more than others, but even if people make their apps resolution independent is it possible it would make sense to sell iPad Mini optimized versions of apps the way you see separate iPad only apps now? Or perhaps iPhone/Mini apps while designing for the full screen iPad separately. If not, do you think we'll see people reigning in iPad interface design to better fit the Mini?

Not trolling. I'm just curious and uninformed. (And wanted to try posting on Branch.)

Nah, the iPad Mini has the same effective screen size as the iPad 2 (1024x768), so media queries will always treat them identically. And so should you.

Keep in mind the difference in physical screen size between the iPad and iPad Mini is only 1.8 diagonal inches.

I think I'm with Carlin, it's a distinction without a difference - designing separate interfaces for 8" tablets vs 10" tablets isn't something for anyone but people with a great luxury of money and time.

Concur with the other two. All new iPhone 5 assets is making my life much more miserable than iPad Mini ever will.