Apple has just rolled out its highly anticipated iPad Mini (2024) in India and several global markets, marking a significant upgrade for fans of Apple’s compact tablet. Powered by the blazing-fast A17 Pro chip (the same powerhouse that debuted with the iPhone 15 Pro), this seventh-generation iPad Mini brings a host of improvements—most notably a larger base storage of 128GB, up from the previous 64GB. Plus, with Apple Intelligence features on the horizon, it’s clear this tiny tablet packs a serious punch.
iPad Mini (2024): Pricing and Availability in India
The iPad Mini (2024) starts at Rs. 49,900 for the 128GB Wi-Fi model, while the cellular variant begins at Rs. 64,900. If you need more storage, the 256GB version is priced at Rs. 59,900 (Wi-Fi) and Rs. 74,900 (cellular), while the top-tier 512GB model will set you back Rs. 79,900 for Wi-Fi and Rs. 94,900 for the cellular version.
For those eager to get their hands on one, pre-orders are live now on Apple’s website, with sales starting from October 23. Buyers can choose from a stylish color palette that includes Blue, Purple, Space Grey, and Starlight. Apple is also offering a Rs. 3,000 discount during its festive sale if you use an American Express, Axis Bank, or ICICI Bank card to make your purchase.
What’s New with the iPad Mini (2024)?
The 2024 iPad Mini sports a compact 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display with a sharp resolution of 1,488 x 2,266 pixels and a pixel density of 326ppi, ensuring vibrant, crisp visuals. It supports the P3 color gamut and offers up to 500 nits of brightness, making it perfect for everything from reading to watching videos. The display is also compatible with the Apple Pencil Pro, introduced earlier this year, offering a seamless experience for artists, students, and note-takers alike.
Under the hood, the iPad Mini is driven by Apple’s A17 Pro chip, featuring a hexa-core CPU (two performance cores and four efficiency cores) and a 5-core GPU. This powerful combo ensures smooth multitasking, gaming, and everything in between. While Apple is typically tight-lipped about the exact RAM specs, we expect teardowns in the coming days to reveal more.
Running on the latest iPadOS 18, the iPad Mini (2024) is designed to get even smarter over time, with support for Apple’s upcoming Apple Intelligence features, designed to enhance your overall experience through personalized insights and recommendations.
Cameras That Shine
On the photography front, the iPad Mini boasts a 12-megapixel wide-angle rear camera with an f/1.8 aperture, autofocus, and Smart HDR 4 for detailed shots, even in challenging lighting. You can also record 4K video at up to 60fps or capture stunning slow-motion videos in 1080p at 240fps.
Up front, the 12-megapixel ultrawide camera (f/2.4 aperture) is perfect for video calls and selfies, supporting Centre Stage to keep you in focus during FaceTime calls and Smart HDR 4 for great video quality. It records 1080p video at up to 60fps.
Battery and Connectivity
The iPad Mini offers stereo speakers and comes with two microphones, ensuring clear audio whether you’re on a video call or watching your favorite movie. You can choose between 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB storage options, ensuring ample space for your apps, media, and documents.
For connectivity, the tablet includes Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3, along with support for 5G on the cellular models, ensuring fast and reliable internet on the go. 4G LTE, GPS, and USB 3.0 Type-C with DisplayPort (up to 4K at 60fps) and charging support round out the connectivity options.
Sensors and Security
The iPad Mini (2024) doesn’t skimp on the essentials, featuring a suite of sensors including an accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, and three-axis gyroscope. For security, it retains Apple’s Touch ID fingerprint sensor, embedded in the power button.
