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Apple iPad Mini 2

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User ratings:
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Editorial reviews:
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4.6 out of 5
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Pros

  • crisper and more defined
  • It sounds accurate and balanced
  • pictures appear crisp and detailed

Cons

  • lack of the high-res display
  • a little thicker than the newer iPad Mini 4
  • The growth of tablet sales has slowed considerably in recent years

Key specs

  • 1 GB
  • 1
  • 7.9 in
  • 2048, 1536 px
  • 324 ppi
  • 5 Mpx
  • yes

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Apple iPad Mini 2 - Variants

Filter variants:
  • 4G
    • yes
    • no
  • Internal storage
    • 128 GB
    • 64 GB
    • 16 GB
    • 32 GB
  • 3G
    • yes
    • no
  • Display technology
    • IPS TFT
    • LCD
  • Depth
    • 7.5
    • 7.62
  • Operating system
    • Apple iOS 7
    • Apple iOS 8
  • Weight
    • 341
    • 331
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iPad Mini 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular 128 GB / 7.9"
    iPad Mini 2 Wi-Fi 64 GB / 7.9"
      iPad Mini 2 Wi-Fi 16 GB / 7.9"
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      • ME279FD/A
      iPad Mini 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular 16 GB / 7.9"
      • ME814FD/A
      iPad Mini 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular 32 GB / 7.9"
      • ME824FD/A
      iPad Mini 2 Wi-Fi 32 GB / 7.9"
      • ME277FD/A
      • ME280FD/A
      iPad Mini 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular 64 GB / 7.9"
        iPad Mini 2 Wi-Fi 128 GB / 7.9"

          Apple iPad Mini 2 - Pros & Cons

          Apple iPad Mini 2

          Pros

          • crisper and more defined
          • It sounds accurate and balanced
          • pictures appear crisp and detailed
          • clean
          • refined and well organised
          • Apple now has a solid lineup of tablets
          • as Split View and Slide Over are intuitive and easy to use
          • The design is smart and convenient
          • sound is surprisingly good with clear vocals and plenty of detail
          • pretty good at conserving battery life
          • fast and reliable

          Cons

          • lack of the high-res display
          • a little thicker than the newer iPad Mini 4
          • The growth of tablet sales has slowed considerably in recent years
          • lack of split-screen feature
          • It lacks the features and speed of a cutting-edge iPad
          • missing multitasking feature
          • no memory card slot
          • easy to hold with a single hand as narrower small-screen tablets
          • mini 2 now only comes in 16 and 32GB models
          • battery life struggled with all that activity
          • The tiny screen can feel cramped

          Apple iPad Mini 2 - Technical Overview

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          IconCPU Frequency
          1.3 GHz
          Best:
          Wacom Cintiq Companion
          CPU Frequency: 3 GHz
          IconCPU Cores
          1
          Best:
          IconPixel density
          324 ppi
          Best:
          Hisense VIDAA Mirror
          Pixel density: 431 ppi
          IconScreen size
          7.9 in
          Best:
          Planar Helium PCT2785
          Screen size: 27 in

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          Apple iPad Mini 2 - Full Specifications

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          Display
          Display technology
          • IPS TFT
          • LCD
          Screen size7.9 in
          Resolution2048 x 1536 px
          Pixel density324.0 ppi
          Touchscreenyes
          Additional display supportyes
          Icon
          Design
          Colour of product
          • Silver
          • Space grey
          Scratch resistant glassyes
          Icon
          Storage
          Internal storage
          • 128 GB
          • 16 GB
          • 32 GB
          • 64 GB
          Maximum memory card size32.0 GB
          Icon
          Camera
          Rear camerayes
          Front camerayes
          Rear resolution5.0 Mpx
          Front resolution1.2 Mpx
          Video resolution1080p
          Autofocusyes
          Digital image stabilizationyes
          Geo-taggingyes
          Icon
          Network
          Wi-Fiyes
          3G
          • no
          • yes
          4G
          • no
          • yes
          Icon
          Power
          Battery typeLi-Po
          Battery capacity6470.0 mAh
          Battery life10.0 h
          Icon
          Dimensions
          Height7.87 in
          Width5.3 in
          Depth
          • 7.5
          • 7.62
          Weight
          • 331
          • 341
          Icon
          Technical details
          Operating system
          • Apple iOS 7
          • Apple iOS 8
          RAM memory1 GB
          CPU Cores1
          CPU Frequency1.3 GHz
          CPU ModelApple A7
          Icon
          Sensors
          Proximity sensoryes
          Accelerometeryes
          Ambient light sensoryes
          Gyroscopeyes
          Icon
          Connectivity
          Bluetoothyes
          Bluetooth version4.0
          Charging connectionApple Lightning
          Headphone connection3.5mm

          Apple iPad Mini 2 - Q&A (11)

          • 0
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            seth.auer
            over 2 years ago
            Does apple tv work with ipad mini 2?
            laverne
            about 2 years ago
            Yes.
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          • 0
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            janet_pouros
            about 2 years ago
            What is the released year of Apple iPad Mini 2?
            raphael
            about 2 years ago
            The Apple iPad Mini 2 was announced on October 22nd, 2013 and released on November 12th, 2013.
            Helpful?
          • 0
            Votes
            timmy_macejkovic
            over 2 years ago
            How much did the Apple iPad Mini 2 cost?
            anika.nitzsche
            about 2 years ago
            The introductory price of the Apple iPad mini 2 was $499.
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          • 0
            Votes
            floyd_quitzon
            over 2 years ago
            Does Apple iPad Mini 2 support iPadOS13+?
            kelle
            about 2 years ago
            No. the Apple iPad Mini 2 cannot be updated to iPadOS13+. It Does support iPadOS13+.
            Helpful?
          • 0
            Votes
            marion_parisian
            about 2 years ago
            How old is the Apple iPad Mini 2?
            eda.keebler
            about 2 years ago
            The Apple iPad Mini 2 was first released in 2013, and the iPad mini 2 is now over nine years old.
            Helpful?
          • 0
            Votes
            vanesa.veum
            over 2 years ago
            Can I use Apple Pencil with the Apple iPad Mini 2?
            wilburn
            about 2 years ago
            No, Apple iPad mini 2 is not compatible with the Apple Pencils.
            Helpful?
          • 0
            Votes
            malissa.hartmann
            over 2 years ago
            Is it worth buying an Apple iPad Mini 2 in 2022?
            hershel_howell
            about 2 years ago
            The Apple iPad Mini 2 runs the same operating system and apps as the new iPad, but it loses official support from Apple
            Helpful?
          • 0
            Votes
            maryann.sauer
            about 2 years ago
            Is Apple iPad Mini 2 still getting software updates?
            olen
            about 2 years ago
            Apple ended support for major updates for the Apple iPad mini 2 in September 2019.
            Helpful?
          • 0
            Votes
            rosendo_mertz
            about 2 years ago
            Does Apple Arcade work on Apple iPad Mini 2?
            elton.hauck
            about 2 years ago
            No, Apple Arcade video games will not work at the Apple iPad Mini 2.
            Helpful?
          • 0
            Votes
            malinda_sawayn
            about 2 years ago
            What is the generation of Apple iPad Mini 2?
            alden
            about 2 years ago
            Apple iPad Mini 2 is the second-generation iPad. Apple released it in space gray and silver colors on November 2013.
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          • 0
            Votes
            kyla
            about 2 years ago
            Does Apple iPad Mini 2 have GPS?
            dario.yost
            about 2 years ago
            The Apple iPad mini 2 Wi-Fi model does not have GPS functionality. WiFi+Cellular models include GPS.
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          Apple iPad Mini 2 Apple - Editorial Reviews (16)

          4.6
          Based on 16 reviews
          • 5
          • 4
          • 3
          • 2
          • 1
          Apple iPad Mini 2 Apple iPad mini 2
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          ProductReview.com.au
          Published: 06.05.2020
          Apple iPad mini 2

          Apple iPad mini 2 (Tablet): 4.5 out of 5 stars from 44 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

          Apple iPad Mini 2 The simplest, most affordable iPad
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          CNET
          Published: 21.03.2017
          The simplest, most affordable iPad

          Despite its age, the iPad Mini 2 still has a lot to offer for buyers who don't need the latest and greatest model.

          Apple iPad Mini 2 Apple iPad mini 2 Review
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          PCMAG
          Published: 06.11.2014
          Apple iPad mini 2 Review
          4.5

          The iPad mini 2 is the best value iOS product on the market today, letting you into the Apple app world without breaking the bank.

          Apple iPad Mini 2 Home review
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          whathifi
          Published: 27.11.2013
          Home review
          5.0

          This is an absolutely superb tablet that shows its rivals how it’s done – but it comes at a price

          Apple iPad Mini 2 Apple iPad Mini (2021) Review: Portable but Expensive
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          WIRED
          Published: 22.09.2021
          Apple iPad Mini (2021) Review: Portable but Expensive
          4.0

          This tablet is powerful and pleasantly smol. But its steep price makes it a tough buy if you already have a phone, laptop, and TV.

          Apple iPad Mini 2 Review Apple iPad Mini Retina Tablet
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          Notebookcheck
          Published: 06.12.2013
          Review Apple iPad Mini Retina Tablet
          4.5

          Comprehensive review of the Apple iPad Mini Retina (Apple A7, Imagination PowerVR G6430, 7.9", 0.3 kg) with numerous measurements, benchmarks and ratings

          Apple iPad Mini 2 Apple iPad Mini (2021) review: This one's just right
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          Android Authority
          Published: 11.07.2022
          Apple iPad Mini (2021) review: This one's just right

          Is the 6th gen iPad Mini still the best small tablet on the market? Find out in our Apple iPad Mini (2021) review!

          Apple iPad Mini 2 iPad Air vs. iPad Mini 2: Which is best? | IT PRO
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          IT PRO
          Published: 17.07.2018
          iPad Air vs. iPad Mini 2: Which is best? | IT PRO

          In our iPad Air vs iPad Mini 2 review, we compare specs, battery life and pricing...

          Apple iPad Mini 2 iPad mini 2 review
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          iMore
          Published: 20.11.2013
          iPad mini 2 review

          In 2012 Apple took the year-old 9.7-inch iPad 2, condensed it down to 7.9 inches, and re-launched it as the new iPad mini. Every inch an iPad, yet one of stark contrasts - a design from the future wra

          Apple iPad Mini 2 Apple iPad Mini 2 review | Digital Trends
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          Digital Trends
          Published: 15.11.2013
          Apple iPad Mini 2 review | Digital Trends

          The new iPad Mini is here and we’ve got a full review. Whether you’re considering an upgrade or choosing a tablet for the holidays, this review will guide you on Apple’s new iPad.

          Apple iPad Mini 2 Apple iPad Mini Review: The Smallest Tablet Gets Its Biggest Upgrades In All The Right Areas
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          Forbes
          Published: 22.09.2021
          Apple iPad Mini Review: The Smallest Tablet Gets Its Biggest Upgrades In All The Right Areas

          When Apple first launched its small-scale tablet, the iPad mini, back in October 2012, it was a quiet revelation.

          Apple iPad Mini 2 Apple iPad mini 2 review
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          portablegear.nl
          Apple iPad mini 2 review

          In het Apple iPad mini 2 productdossier lees je alles over de iPad mini 2. Lees wat de iPad mini 2 allemaal kan op onze review- en specificatiepagina.

          Apple iPad Mini 2 Apple iPad mini review: Best (small) iPad ever
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          Mashable
          Published: 14.10.2021
          Apple iPad mini review: Best (small) iPad ever
          4.5

          The best iPad if you value portability.

          Apple iPad Mini 2 iPad mini 2 review
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          TechRadar
          Published: 26.07.2016
          iPad mini 2 review
          4.5

          A great tablet that still costs a little too much

          Apple iPad Mini 2 iPad mini 2 with Retina display review
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          Macworld
          Published: 26.02.2015
          iPad mini 2 with Retina display review
          5.0

          If it's a smaller, lighter iPad you are after you can’t go wrong with the iPad mini 2. It’s better than the original iPad mini in all the ways that really matter, and we think it's better than the newer iPad mini 3 which is more expensive and only offers Touch ID as an extra

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