Apple Unveils New iPad mini 2024 Model with Some New Upgrades and Support for Apple Intelligence
The Cupertino-based tech company, Apple, has brought out a refreshed version of its iPad mini 2021 model. With a simple press conference, the brand has unveiled the new 2024 model for its iPad mini. The latest model comes with a new processor, bigger base storage option, updated connectivity, and more.
Check out more about the latest Apple iPad mini 2024 model below.
Newly Unveiled Apple iPad mini 2024 Model
As mentioned above, the now-unveiled iPad mini 2024 is a refreshed version of the previous iPad mini 2021, and it comes equipped with the more advanced A17 Pro chipset. Moreover, from the base storage of 64GB, customers will be able to get the iPad mini 2024 model with a bigger base storage of 128GB. Upgraded connectivity specs include Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth version 5.3, and USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 2 port. Additionally, Apple Pencil Pro Stylus support and the support for Apple Intelligence have also been brought to the latest 2024 iPad mini model.
Coming to the color options, the previous iPad mini 2021 was available in Space Gray, Pink, Purple, and Starlight. Along with the Space Gray, Purple, and Starlight color variants, the new iPad mini 2024 model will also be made available in a Blue color option as well.
About the price, the iPad mini 2024 is priced at $499/€599/£499 for the Wi-Fi only variant (128GB), whereas the cellular connectivity version (128GB) has a price tag of $649/€769/£649, in the respective markets. The pre-order for the device is currently live, and the open sales and shipments are set to begin on 23rd of October 2024, this month. To add, a Smart Folio Case for the iPad mini 2024, priced at $59, has also been unveiled.
Apple iPad mini 2024 – Specifications
Specifications |
Apple iPad mini 2024 |
General |
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| Dimension | 195.4 x 134.8 x 6.3 mm |
| Weight | 293(Wi-Fi)/297(Cellular+Wi-Fi) gm |
Connectivity |
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| Network Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G & 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e with Dual-Band Support and Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Version 5.3, A2DP |
| NFC | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 Gen2, DisplayPort |
Processor |
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| Chipset | Apple A17 Pro (3 nm) |
| Clock Speed | – |
| GPU | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) |
| Operating System | iPadOS 18 |
Display |
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| Display Type | Liquid Retina IPS LCD Display |
| Screen Size | 8.3” |
| Screen Resolution | 1488 x 2266 pixels |
| Refresh Rate | – |
| Brightness Rate | 500 nits (Typical) |
Camera |
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| Rear Camera | 12MP (Wide) |
| Front Camera | 12MP (Ultrawide ) |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Side-Mounted Fingerprint Reader |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Proximity Sensor | No |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Barometer | Yes |
| Compass | Yes |
| Color Spectrum | No |
| Satellite Connectivity | No |
Battery |
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| Battery Capacity | 5078 mAh |
| Charging Features | – |
Colors |
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| Color Variants | Space Gray, Blue, Purple, and Starlight |
