iPad mini

Not to be confused with iPod mini. For the original device with this name, see iPad mini (1st generation).

iPad mini
Developer	Apple Inc.
Announced	Oct. 23, 2012 (1st gen)
Released	Nov. 02, 2012 (1st gen)
CPU	Apple A5R2 (1st gen) Apple A7 (2nd and 3rd gen) Apple A8 (4th gen) Apple A12 (5th gen) Apple A15 (6th gen) Apple A17 Pro (7th gen)
Screen	7.9 in. (1st to 5th gen) 8.3 in. (6th gen and later)

The iPad mini is a series of small tablet computers designed, developed, and marketed by Apple Inc. It was introduced on October 23, 2012 as the first iPad model to feature a reduced screen size of 7.9 inches, in contrast to the then-standard 9.7 inches. The first iPad mini featured the same internal specifications as the iPad 2, including its display resolution.

History

Apple CEO Steve Jobs was originally opposed to a smaller iPad size, but senior VP Eddy Cue made a case for it after having used a 7-inch Galaxy Tab from Samsung, stating: "I believe there will be a 7-inch market and we should do one." By 2011, Jobs had become more receptive to the idea.

Speculation about the iPad mini began as early as April 2012, as competition rose from 7" devices such as the Kindle Fire and the Nexus 7. Rumors initially suggested it would feature a 7.85" display at 1024×768 pixels. It was originally expected to be revealed at the Special Event on September 12, but new hardware announcements were limited to the iPhone 5, 5th-generation iPod touch, and EarPods.

On October 16, 2012, Apple announced a media event scheduled for October 23 at the California Theatre in San Jose, California. The company did not predispose the subject of the event, but it was widely expected to be the iPad mini. On the day of the event, Apple CEO Tim Cook introduced a new version of MacBook family and new generations of the MacBook Pro, Mac Mini, and the iMac before the fourth-generation iPad and the iPad Mini.

Features

The iPad mini is part of the Apple iPad tablet series. As the fifth major iPad product line announcement, the smaller screen features a 7.9-inch display. This allowed for it to be held in one hand. Internal specifications and display resolutions are similar to that of the iPad 2. The first iPad mini was released in November 2012 to most of Apple’s markets. The iPad mini 2 with a Retina display was released in November 2013.

Accessories

The Smart Cover, introduced with the iPad 2, is a screen protector that magnetically attaches to the face of the iPad Mini. The Smart Cover on the iPad Mini is made of fabric, no aluminum hinge like the full - size iPad. The cover has three folds which allow it to convert into a stand, which is also held together by magnets. The Smart Cover can also assume other positions by folding it. Smart Covers have a microfiber bottom that cleans the front of the iPad and wakes up the unit when the cover is removed. It comes in five colors of both polyurethane and the more expensive leather.

Apple offers other accessories, including a Bluetooth keyboard, EarPods, and many adapters for the Lightning connector. AppleCare and free engraving is also available for the iPad Mini.

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External links

• iPad mini at Apple
  • Identify your iPad model: iPad mini at Apple
  • Tech Specs: iPad mini
• iPad mini roundup at MacRumors
• iPad Mini at Wikipedia