Apple iPad mini 2nd generation

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A1489 / A1490 / A1491
7.9-inch Retina display
Apple A7 chip
M7 motion coprocessor
5MP iSight camera
Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 4.0
LTE cellular support
Up to 10 hours battery
Lightning connector

Display System

7.9-inch LED-backlit Multi-Touch display

2048-by-1536 resolution at 326 ppi

Platform

Apple A7 chip with 64-bit architecture

M7 motion coprocessor

Camera System

5MP iSight rear camera with ƒ/2.4 aperture

1.2MP FaceTime HD front camera

Battery Life

23.8-watt-hour rechargeable battery

Up to 10 hours of web surfing on Wi-Fi

Connectivity

Dual-channel Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n) with MIMO

Bluetooth 4.0 and optional LTE cellular

Storage

Available in 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB

Lightning connector for charging and data

The Apple iPad mini 2nd generation is identified by specific model numbers corresponding to connectivity variants.

  • Canonical model family: A1489 / A1490 / A1491
  • Regional variants / SKU codes listed in source: A1489 (Wi-Fi), A1490 (Wi-Fi + Cellular), A1491 (Wi-Fi + Cellular TD-LTE).

The iPad mini 2nd generation features a compact design with a high-resolution Retina display. It is powered by the A7 chip and includes a range of sensors and connectivity options.

  • Display: 7.9-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit Multi-Touch display with IPS technology, 2048-by-1536 resolution, and fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating.
  • Chipset: A7 chip with 64-bit architecture and M7 motion coprocessor.
  • Cameras: 5MP iSight rear camera with autofocus and 1080p HD video recording; 1.2MP FaceTime HD front camera with 720p HD video.
  • Sensors: Three-axis gyro, accelerometer, and ambient light sensor.
  • Audio: 3.5-mm stereo headphone minijack, dual microphones, and built-in speakers.
  • Dimensions: 7.87 inches (height) x 5.3 inches (width) x 0.29 inch (depth).
  • Weight: 0.73 pound (Wi-Fi) or 0.75 pound (Wi-Fi + Cellular).

The device supports various wireless standards for data and communication.

  • Wi-Fi: 802.11a/b/g/n, dual channel (2.4GHz and 5GHz) and MIMO.
  • Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.0 technology.
  • Cellular (A1490/A1491): UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA, GSM/EDGE, CDMA EV-DO, and LTE support in select markets.
  • Location: Wi-Fi, digital compass, and Assisted GPS/GLONASS (on cellular models).
  • SIM: Nano-SIM card tray for cellular models.

The iPad mini 2nd generation runs on iOS 9, providing access to the Apple ecosystem of apps and services.

  • Operating System: iOS 9.
  • Media Support: Wide range of audio and video formats including AAC, MP3, H.264, and MPEG-4.
  • AirPlay: Supports AirPlay mirroring and video out to Apple TV.
  • Accessibility: Includes various accessibility features for vision, hearing, and physical motor support.
  • iPad mini 2
  • Lightning to USB Cable
  • USB Power Adapter

The Apple iPad mini 2nd generation, also known as the iPad mini with Retina display, offers a high-resolution 7.9-inch screen and the A7 chip in a portable form factor. It supports dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and optional LTE cellular connectivity. The device includes a 5MP iSight camera and a 1.2MP FaceTime HD camera, utilizing the Lightning connector for power and data.

Launch Price (MSRP): Current Market Price:
US$399
— views Research contribution by specs.global