Apple’s new iPad mini for 2013 introduces by far the most oft-requested feature that was missing from the original version: a high resolution Retina display for ultra-sharp rendering of text and images. Apple has added that screen without introducing trade-offs in terms of battery life, size (substantial ones anyway) and portability, too. This is the iPad mini everyone wanted to begin with, and now it’s here, and it’s the best tablet money can buy.
Video Review
Basics
- 2048 x 1536 7.9-inch Retina display
- 16GB, 32GB, 64GB and 128GB
- A7 processor
- 802.11n dual-channel Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0
- 10 hours general use on Wi-Fi, 9 hours on cellular
- Starts at $399
Pros
- Super high resolution screen in a thin, light and portable package
- All the processing power of A7
Cons
- Slight changes in dimensions means first generation accessories might not fit
- Price increase versus first generation device
Design
The Retina iPad mini retains essentially the same design as its predecessor, with some slight changes to account for generational differences. The most noteworthy changes from an exterior standpoint are the addition of the space grey finish, which replaces the black version, and the addition of a tiny bit of size and weight to the original case specifications.
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