Apple discreetly unveils the new iPad mini equipped with the A17 chip.
The new iPad mini offers all-day battery life and features innovative capabilities.
Apple has launched its latest iPad mini model, which is equipped with the advanced A17 Pro chip and Apple Intelligence, a personal intelligence system that adapts information according to the user's context while maintaining privacy. With a compact and lightweight design, the new iPad mini comes in four attractive colors, including a new blue and purple, and features a 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display known for its quality.
The A17 Pro chip provides a remarkable increase in performance, suitable even for the most complex tasks, thanks to a faster CPU and GPU, along with a Neural Engine that is twice as fast as the previous generation's. This model includes a 12 MP rear camera with Smart HDR 4 capability, allowing for naturally looking photos with improved dynamic range, and incorporates machine learning features to scan documents from the Camera app.
The new battery offers all-day performance along with the innovations brought by iPadOS 18. Starting at an accessible price of $499 with a storage capacity of 128 GB, which is double that of the previous model, the new iPad mini promises great value in a highly portable design. Pre-orders are already open and it is expected to be available starting October 23.
Bob Borchers, Vice President of Worldwide Product Marketing, highlighted that "there is no other device like the iPad mini" and that it combines excellent performance with a compact design, appealing to a wide range of users. With the A17 Pro chip, enhanced connectivity, and support for Apple Pencil Pro, it promises to offer a comprehensive experience.
The A17 Pro not only improves energy efficiency but also boosts graphic capabilities, enabling professional applications and faster experiences in augmented reality and photo editing. Additionally, it delivers outstanding performance for gaming, with hardware-accelerated ray tracing, providing a much smoother user experience.
This new device is compatible with Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi + Cellular models with 5G, allowing for faster and more efficient connectivity, giving users an enhanced downloading and streaming experience. Cellular models use eSIM, providing a more secure option for managing data plans.
The USB-C port has also been improved, now capable of transferring data at speeds of up to 10 Gbps, facilitating the import of large files. The new iPad mini will be available in four colors: blue, purple, starlight, and space gray, with storage options of up to 512 GB. The Apple Pencil Pro can be purchased for $129, while the Apple Pencil (USB-C) is priced at $79.
