Apple iPad mini (2024)
- Status: Released 15th October 2024
- OS: iPadOS 18, upgradable to iPadOS 18.1
- Display: 8.3" 1488x2266 pixels
- Camera: 12MP 2160p
- RAM: 8GB RAM Apple A17 Pro
- Battery: 5078mAh
Information
Also known as Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro).
Versions: A2995 (Global), A2996 (China).
The Apple iPad mini (2024) is an exciting addition to Apple’s lineup, offering a compact yet powerful tablet experience. Announced in October 2024, with an expected release later in the month, this 8.3-inch tablet comes packed with top-tier features, making it an excellent choice for users who prefer portability without sacrificing performance.
Design and Display
The iPad mini (2024) maintains the sleek design Apple is known for, with dimensions of 195.4 x 134.8 x 6.3 mm and a weight of just 293 grams for the Wi-Fi model and 297 grams for the Wi-Fi + Cellular model. The build consists of a glass front and an aluminum back and frame, providing a premium feel. It supports the Apple Pencil and the Apple Pencil Pro, making it an ideal device for note-taking, sketching, or editing.
The 8.3-inch Liquid Retina IPS LCD display offers vibrant visuals with a resolution of 1488 x 2266 pixels, delivering crisp images at 327 ppi. It supports up to 500 nits of brightness, ensuring excellent visibility in various lighting conditions. The display is protected by scratch-resistant glass and an oleophobic coating to resist smudges and fingerprints.
Performance
At the heart of the iPad mini (2024) is the Apple A17 Pro chipset, built on a 3 nm process. This powerful hexa-core CPU, coupled with a 6-core Apple GPU, ensures smooth performance whether you’re multitasking, gaming, or editing media. Running on iPadOS 18, users can expect enhanced productivity features, multitasking capabilities, and better optimization for the larger screen.
The tablet comes in three storage options—128GB, 256GB, and 512GB—but lacks a memory card slot, making it crucial to choose the right storage variant based on your needs.
Cameras and Sound
The iPad mini (2024) features a 12 MP rear camera with an f/1.8 aperture, autofocus, and the ability to shoot 4K video at various frame rates. It also has a quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, and panorama modes for better image quality. The 12 MP ultrawide selfie camera supports 1080p video recording and gyro-EIS, making it ideal for video calls and selfies.
Connectivity and Battery
For connectivity, the tablet supports Wi-Fi 6e, Bluetooth 5.3, and GPS (for the Wi-Fi + Cellular model). The USB Type-C 3.1 Gen2 port allows for faster data transfer and supports DisplayPort.
The iPad mini (2024) is powered by a 5078 mAh battery (19.3 Wh), which ensures long-lasting usage. It is available in four colors—Space Gray, Blue, Purple, and Starlight, offering a variety of options for different tastes.
Conclusion
Overall, the Apple iPad mini (2024) delivers impressive performance in a compact form factor, making it ideal for on-the-go productivity and entertainment.
Specifications
Prices
| Indian Rupee |
128GB 8GB RAM ₹49,900 (Wi-Fi) 256GB 8GB RAM ₹59,900 (Wi-Fi) 512GB 8GB RAM ₹79,900 (Wi-Fi) 128GB 8GB RAM ₹64,900 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) 256GB 8GB RAM ₹74,900 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) 512GB 8GB RAM ₹94,900 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) |
| American Doller |
128GB 8GB RAM $499 (Wi-Fi) 256GB 8GB RAM $599 (Wi-Fi) 512GB 8GB RAM $799 (Wi-Fi) 128GB 8GB RAM $649 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) 256GB 8GB RAM $749 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) 512GB 8GB RAM $949 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) |
| European Euro |
128GB 8GB RAM €599 (Wi-Fi) 256GB 8GB RAM €729 (Wi-Fi) 512GB 8GB RAM €979 (Wi-Fi) 128GB 8GB RAM €769 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) 256GB 8GB RAM €899 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) 512GB 8GB RAM €1,149 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) |
Launch
| Announced | 2024, October 15 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, October 23 |
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands |
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71 - A2995 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71 - A2996 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - A2995, A2996 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G |
Body
| Dimensions | 195.4 x 134.8 x 6.3 mm (7.69 x 5.31 x 0.25 in) |
| Weight | 293 g (Wi-Fi) / 297 g (Wi-Fi + Cellular) (10.34 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| SIM |
eSIM Stylus support (Apple Pencil, Apple Pencil Pro) |
Display
| Type | Liquid Retina IPS LCD, 500 nits (typ) |
| Size | 8.3 inches, 203.9 cm2 (~77.4% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1488 x 2266 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~327 ppi density) |
| Protection | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating |
Platform
| OS | iPadOS 18, upgradable to iPadOS 18.1 |
| Chipset | Apple A17 Pro (3 nm) |
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x3.78 GHz + 4xX.X GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) |
Memory
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Single | 12 MP, f/1.8, (wide), AF |
| Features | Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS |
Selfie Camera
| Single | 12 MP, f/2.4, 122˚ (ultrawide) |
| Features | HDR |
| Video | 1080p@25/30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
Sound
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS (Wi‑Fi + Cellular model only) |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 Gen2, DisplayPort |
Features
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer |
Battery
| Type | Li-Ion 5078 mAh, non-removable (19.3 Wh) |
Others
| Colors | Space Gray, Blue, Purple, Starlight |
| Models | A2995, A2996 |
Disclaimer:
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