Introducing the iPad mini: specifications and features of the gadget

So, iPad mini is a gadget that is a tablet mini-computer developed by Apple, the release of which was announced on October 23, 2012. This is the fifth product in the line of ipads, which is characterized by a reduced size of 7.9 inches (unlike the standard 9.7). In the iPad mini specifications are similar to the internal specifications of the second model, including the screen resolution. The gadget was introduced on 02.11.2012, and immediately appeared in a wide sale.

The model of the tablet is released with iOS 6.0 firmware. It can be used as a modem for other devices, allowing them to connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi, via Bluetooth or USB, and also access the AppStore (the digital application platform for iOS).

Features of iPad mini

Technical characteristics of the gadget are such that you can use the following preinstalled programs: Siri, Safari, Mail, iTunes. In addition, the user has photos, videos and music, maps, notes, calendar, GameCenter, PhotoBooth and contacts. Like all other devices on iOS, it can sync data from a Mac or PC using iTunes. In addition, iOS 5 and later versions are equipped with Icloud. Despite the fact that the tablet is not designed for phone calls over a cellular network, users can use a headset or built-in speaker and microphone and make calls using software similar to Skype. The device has an additional Ibooks application that serves to read books and other EPUB format content downloaded from the iBookstore.

Appearance and functionality of the iPad mini. Specifications

The gadget has four buttons and a switch located on the sides, including the "Home" button next to the display (returns the user to the main screen). Other keys are on the right, side and top, and put the device into a "sleep" mode, and also adjust the volume of the sound. The functionality of the program-controlled switch, in turn, varies depending on the software version. All models can be connected to the local wireless network using Wi-Fi. The gadget is available with a built-in memory of 16, 32 or 64 GB, without the possibility of its expansion. In other words, in the iPad mini specifications are such that the ability to connect and read SD-cards is present, but it can only be used to transfer photos and video.

The device has similar parameters with a second-generation aipad. In both versions, the display has a resolution of 1024 x 768, but in the mini version - due to the smaller screen size - the pixel density is higher (163 PPI compared to 132 PPI). Unlike version 2, the device has a 5 megapixel camera and 1.2 megapixel camera. However, some advantages remain for the Apple iPad mini - the technical characteristics of this gadget are more perfect. Its audio processor corresponds to a similar one in the fourth generation tablet, which allows the mini to use Siri and voice dictation.

Overall, reviews about this device have been positive around the world. At the same time, most reviewers praised the size of the gadget, its design and availability of applications, while criticizing the power connector and the lack of expandable memory. Separately mentioned iPad mini WIFI cellular as a positive feature of the device, which allows using various sources of connection to wireless networks around the world. As you can see, in today's market, the tablet most competes with Kindle Fire HD, Google Nexus 7, and Barnes & Noble Nook HD.