iPad Mini
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The iPad Mini (stylized and marketed as iPad mini) is a mini tablet computer designed, developed, and marketed by Apple Inc. It was announced on October 23, 2012, as the fifth major product in the iPad line and the first to feature a reduced screen size of 7.9 inches, in contrast to the standard 9.7 inches. It features similar internal specifications to the iPad 2, including its display resolution.
It was released on November 2, 2012, in nearly all of Apple's markets.[3][4][5][6]
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History [edit]
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Speculation about the iPad Mini began as early as April 2012, as competition rose from 7" devices such as the Kindle Fire HD and the Nexus 7. Rumors initially suggested it would feature a 7.85" display at 1024 × 768 pixels. It was originally thought to be announced at the Apple Special Event on September 12.
On October 16, 2012, Apple announced a media event scheduled for October 23 at the California Theatre in San Jose, California.[7][8] The company did not predisclose the subject of the event, but it was widely expected to be the iPad Mini. On the day of the event, Apple CEO Tim Cook introduced a new version of MacBook family and new generations of the MacBook Pro, Mac Mini, and the iMac before the fourth-generation iPad and the iPad Mini.[9]
Features [edit]
Software [edit]
The iPad Mini shipped with iOS 6.0.[citation needed] It can act as a hotspot with some carriers, sharing its Internet connection over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or USB,[10] and also access the App Store, a digital application distribution platform for iOS that is developed and maintained by Apple. The service allows users to browse and download applications from the iTunes Store that were developed with Xcode and the iOS SDK and were published through Apple. From the App Store, GarageBand, iMovie, iPhoto, and the iWork apps (Pages, Keynote, and Numbers) are available.[11]The latest version is currently iOS 6.1.3.
The iPad Mini comes with several pre-installed applications, including Siri, Safari, Mail, Photos, Video, Music, iTunes, App Store, Maps, Notes, Calendar, Game Center, Photo Booth, and Contacts.[12] Like all iOS devices, the iPad can sync content and other data with a Mac or PC using iTunes, although iOS 5 and later can be managed and backed up with iCloud. Although the tablet is not designed to make telephone calls over a cellular network, users can use a headset or the built-in speaker and microphone and place phone calls over Wi-Fi or cellular using a VoIP application, such as Skype.[13] The device has dictation, using the same voice recognition technology as the iPhone 4S. The user speaks and the iPad types what they say on the screen provided that the iPad is connected to a Wi-Fi or cellular network.[10]
The device has an optional iBooks application, which displays books and other ePub-format content downloaded from the iBookstore.[14] Several major book publishers including Penguin Books, HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster and Macmillan have committed to publishing books for the device.[15] Despite being a direct competitor to both the Amazon Kindle and Barnes & Noble Nook,[16] both Amazon.com and Barnes & Noble offer e-reader apps for the iPad.[17][18]
Hardware [edit]
There are four buttons and one switch on the fourth-generation iPad, including a "home" button near the display that returns the user to the home screen, and three plastic switches on the sides: wake/sleep and volume up/down, plus a software-controlled switch whose function varies with software updates.[5] The tablet is manufactured either with or without the capability to communicate over a cellular network. All models can connect to a wireless LAN via Wi-Fi. The iPad Mini is available with 16, 32, 64 GB of internal flash memory, with no expansion option. Apple sells a "camera connection kit" with an SD card reader, but it can only be used to transfer photos and videos.
The iPad Mini features partially the same hardware as the iPad 2. Both screens have resolutions of 1024 x 768, but the iPad Mini has a smaller screen and thus higher pixel density than iPad 2 (163 PPI vs 132 PPI).[5] Unlike the iPad 2, it has 5 MP and 1.2 MP cameras and the Lightning connector. The system-on-chip is A5, which is the same one found in the later revision of the iPad 2 (32nm). The audio processor is the same found in iPhone 5 and iPad 4th generation, which allows the iPad Mini to have Siri and voice dictation unlike the iPad 2. The graphics processor (GPU) of the iPad Mini is the same one found in the iPad 2 (PowerVR SGX543MP2).[19]
Accessories [edit]
The Smart Cover, introduced with the iPad 2, is a screen protector that magnetically attaches to the face of the iPad. A smaller version is now available for iPad Mini. The cover has three folds, which allow it to convert into a stand, held together by magnets.[20] Smart Covers have a microfiber bottom that cleans the front of the iPad, and wakes up the unit when the cover is removed. It comes in six colors of polyurethane, including the (PRODUCT) RED version, only available from the Apple Online Store.[21][22]
Apple offers other accessories, including a Bluetooth keyboard, several types of earbuds or headphones and many adapters for the Lightning connector.[23] AppleCare and free engraving are also available for the iPad Mini.[24][25]
Reception [edit]
Reviews of the iPad Mini have been positive[26][27][28][29][30][31], with reviewers praising the device's size, design, and availability of applications, while criticizing its use of a proprietary power connector and its lack of expandable storage and Retina display.[32][33][34] The device competes with tablets such as the Amazon Kindle Fire HD, Google Nexus 7, and Barnes & Noble Nook HD.[32][35] Joshua Topolsky of The Verge praised the industrial design of the iPad Mini, however panned its lack of Retina display and price.[36]
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References [edit]
- ^ Lai, Richard (Sep 17, 2012). "Pegatron reportedly nabs 50 to 60 percent of iPad mini orders, breaks up Foxconn's monopoly". Engadget. Retrieved Nov 11, 2012.
- ^ a b "iPad mini - Technical specifications". Apple. Retrieved Oct 24, 2012.
- ^ "Apple iPad mini will be Available on November 2". Gadgetian. Retrieved Oct 23, 2012.
- ^ "iPad Mini Release Date Is November 2nd (For Wi-Fi Models)". WebProNews. Retrieved Oct 24, 2012.
- ^ a b c "Apple – iPad - Compare iPad models.". Apple. Retrieved Oct 24, 2012.
- ^ "Apple iPad Mini Available for Pre-order in Thailand". Retrieved 3 Nov 2012.
- ^ "iPad mini launch: Apple’s sends invitations for iPad mini unveiling". BGR. Oct 16, 2012. Retrieved Oct 24, 2012.
- ^ Lowensohn, Josh (Oct 16, 2012). "iPad Mini, anyone? Apple sets Oct. 23 event | Apple - CNET News". News.cnet.com. Retrieved Oct 24, 2012.
- ^ Chang, Andrea. "Apple debuts iPad mini tablet". latimes.com. Retrieved Oct 24, 2012.
- ^ a b "The new iPad: It's a Breakthrough because it features are.". Apple. Mar 7, 2012. Retrieved Mar 11, 2012.
- ^ Ankan Deka, Jim (Sep 14, 2011). "iPad – the Musician’s Genie". EF News International (Eastern Fare Music Foundation). Retrieved Mar 31, 2012.
- ^ "The new iPad – Amazing iPad apps, built right in.". Apple. Mar 7, 2012. Retrieved Mar 14, 2012.
- ^ Sarno, David (Jan 29, 2010). "Apple confirms 3G VoIP apps on iPad, iPhone, iPod touch; Skype is waiting". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved Mar 31, 2012.
- ^ Patel, Nilay (Jan 27, 2010). "The Apple iPad: starting at $499". Engadget. AOL. Retrieved Apr 20, 2012.
- ^ Topolsky, Joshua (Jan 27, 2010). "Live from the Apple 'latest creation' event". Engadget. AOL. Retrieved Feb 4, 2010.
- ^ "Apple tablet due March, to get Kindle-killer book deal?". Electronista. MacNN. Dec 9, 2009. Retrieved Apr 20, 2012.
- ^ "Free Kindle Reading Apps". Amazon.com. Retrieved Apr 20, 2012.
- ^ "Free NOOK app for iPad, Download eReader app – Barnes & Noble". Barnes and Noble. Retrieved Apr 20, 2012.
- ^ "16 Reasons for the Apple iPhone 5 64GB". Versusio. Retrieved Feb 7, 2013.
- ^ "iPad 2 Smart Cover Teardown". iFixit. Retrieved Apr 16, 2012.
- ^ "Apple – Smart Cover". Apple. Mar 2, 2011. Retrieved Apr 16, 2012.
- ^ Wright, Josh (Oct 24, 2011). "iPad 2 Smart Cover colors revised". Macgasm. Retrieved Mar 30, 2011.
- ^ "iPad must-haves. And fun-to-haves". Apple. Retrieved Apr 16, 2012.
- ^ AppleCare for iPad at Apple.com
- ^ Engraving and Giftwrap at Apple.com
- ^ "iPad mini review". gdgt. 2013-05-13. Retrieved 2013-05-13.
- ^ "iPad mini review". Engadget. 2012-10-30. Retrieved 2013-05-13.
- ^ "iPad mini review". The Guardian. 2012-10-31. Retrieved 2013-05-13.
- ^ "Apple iPad mini review". BGR. 2012-11-06. Retrieved 2013-05-13.
- ^ "With The New iPad, Apple Accelerates; With The iPad Mini, It’s Pedal To The Metal". TechCrunch. 2012-10-30. Retrieved 2013-05-13.
- ^ "iPad mini review". The Verge. 2012-10-30. Retrieved 2013-05-13.
- ^ a b "iPad Mini review: More than just a smaller face". CNN. 2012-11-06. Retrieved 2012-11-06.
- ^ "iPad mini - review". The Guardian. 2012-10-31. Retrieved 2012-11-06.
- ^ "iPad mini review". Engadget. 2012-10-30. Retrieved 2012-11-06.
- ^ "iPad Mini: Everything You Need to Know". Gizmodo. 2012-10-23. Retrieved 2012-11-06.
- ^ Topolsky, Josh (October 30, 2012). "iPad mini review". The Verge. Vox Media. Retrieved February 19, 2013.
- ^ Apple Inc. (2010–2011). Press Release Library. Retrieved April 3, 2011.
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