After more than three years, Apple has finally updated its most portable iPad lineup with the introduction of the iPad Mini 7. The new device is powered by the A17 Pro chipset, which first appeared in the iPhone 15 Pro models. This means the iPad Mini 7 now supports Apple’s full range of AI features, including Writing Tools, Genmoji, and more. With the powerful A17 Pro, the latest iPad Mini is set to deliver enhanced performance and functionality. Read on to discover all the new features of the iPad Mini 7.
iPad Mini 7 Specifications & Features
The design of the new iPad Mini 7 remains unchanged from the iPad Mini 6, featuring the same ultraportable 8.3-inch Liquid Retina Display with True Tone and 500 nits of brightness. Unfortunately, Apple has retained the 60Hz refresh rate, meaning the display experience is similar to the previous model. A notable upgrade is the inclusion of a magnetic charging area for Apple Pencil Pro support, which boosts the Mini 7’s versatility. The camera system is unchanged, featuring a 12MP primary camera and a 12MP ultra-wide front-facing camera in portrait orientation ideal for a device of this size.
Although there are no design changes, the iPad Mini 7 features a completely new and powerful internal architecture. With the A17 Pro chipset, this latest model promises exceptional performance and energy efficiency while maintaining its ultraportable design. Compared to the iPad Mini 6, the new model offers up to a 30% improvement in CPU performance. Additionally, the A17 Pro significantly enhances graphics performance, providing up to a 25% increase over its predecessor.
With Apple Intelligence support, the iPad Mini 7 offers access to Writing Tools, an enhanced Siri, ChatGPT integration, and more.
The new Mini is available in fresh Blue and Purple color options, along with the classic Starlight and Space Gray finishes. Additionally, Apple has expanded the storage options without raising prices.
iPad Mini 7 Price & Availability
The Wi-Fi model of the iPad Mini 7 starts at $499 for 128GB of storage, providing double the capacity of previous models at the same price. It also offers additional options of 256GB and 512GB. The Wi-Fi and Cellular model starts at $649, and the iPad Mini 7 will be equipped with the latest iPadOS 18 pre-installed. Pre-orders are available starting today, with deliveries set to begin as early as tomorrow.
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