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iPad Mini (1st generation) facts for kids
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Black iPad Mini
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| Developer | Apple Inc. |
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| Manufacturer | Foxconn, Pegatron |
| Product family | iPad Mini |
| Type | Tablet computer |
| Release date | November 2, 2012 |
| Operating system | Original: iOS 6.0 Current: iOS 8.1, released October 20, 2014 |
| Power | Built-in rechargeable 4440mAh Li-Po battery 16.3 W⋅h (59 kJ), 10hr life |
| System-on-chip used | Apple A5 2nd Generation (32nm) |
| CPU | 1 GHz dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 |
| Memory | 512 MB DDR2 RAM |
| Storage | 16, 32, or 64 GB flash memory |
| Display | 7.9-inch (200.66 mm) diagonal LED-backlit Multi-Touch display with IPS technology 1024 × 768 px at 163 PPI 4:3 aspect ratio |
| Graphics | PowerVR SGX543MP2 |
| Input | Multi-touch screen, headset controls, proximity and ambient light sensors, 3-axis accelerometer, gyroscope, digital compass |
| Camera | Front-facing 1.2MP and rear-facing 5MP |
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| Online services | iTunes Store, App Store, iBookstore, Game Center, iCloud |
| Dimensions | 200 mm × 134.7 mm × 7.2 mm (7.87 in × 5.30 in × 0.28 in) |
| Weight | Wi-Fi: 308 g (0.68 lb) Wi-Fi + Cellular: 312 g (0.69 lb) |
| Successor | iPad Mini (2nd generation) |
The iPad Mini (first generation) is a small tablet computer made by Apple Inc.. It was the very first iPad Mini ever made. It has a screen that is 7.9 inches big. This is smaller than the regular iPad, which has a 9.7-inch screen.
Apple released the first iPad Mini on November 2, 2012. Many people liked it a lot. They especially liked its handy size, cool design, and how many apps were available for it.
A second generation iPad Mini was announced later, on October 22, 2013. Even after the newer model came out, the first iPad Mini was still sold. It had less storage but was available at a lower price.
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What is the iPad Mini?
The iPad Mini is a type of tablet computer. It is designed to be smaller and lighter than the original iPad. This makes it easier to carry around. It is great for things like reading, playing games, and watching videos.
Key Features of the First iPad Mini
The first iPad Mini came with several important features:
- Screen Size: It has a 7.9-inch screen. This is a good size for holding in one hand.
- Design: It was very thin and light. This made it easy to take with you anywhere.
- Operating System: It ran on iOS 6, which is Apple's mobile operating system. This system lets you use many different apps.
- Apps: You could download thousands of apps from the App Store. These apps let you do many things, from learning to playing games.
- Camera: It had two cameras. A 1.2-megapixel camera was on the front for video calls. A 5-megapixel camera was on the back for taking photos.
How Does the iPad Mini Work?
The iPad Mini uses a special screen called a Multi-Touch display. This means you can use more than one finger to control it. For example, you can pinch to zoom in or out on pictures.
It also has sensors that help it understand how you are holding it.
- An accelerometer knows if you tilt the device.
- A gyroscope helps with games that need motion control.
- A digital compass helps with navigation apps.
Connectivity Options
The iPad Mini could connect to the internet in a few ways.
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
All iPad Mini models could connect to Wi-Fi. This lets you get online when you are near a wireless network. They also had Bluetooth 4.0. Bluetooth lets you connect to wireless headphones or speakers.
Cellular Models
Some iPad Mini models also had "Cellular" connectivity. This meant they could connect to mobile phone networks. This allowed users to get online even when there was no Wi-Fi. These models used technologies like LTE and UMTS.
What Came Next?
The first iPad Mini was very popular. It led to newer versions of the iPad Mini.
Successor Model
The iPad Mini (2nd generation) was the next model released. It came out in 2013. The second generation iPad Mini had a much better screen, called a Retina display. It also had a faster processor.