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iPad Mini (5th gen)
IPad Mini logo 2019.svg
IPad Mini 4 Space Gray.png
Also known as iPad Mini 5
Developer Apple Inc.
Manufacturer Foxconn
Product family iPad Mini
Type Tablet computer
Generation 5th
Release date March 18, 2019
Introductory price $399 USD
£399 GBP
$569 AUD
$529 CAD
€459 EUR
Operating system Original: iOS 12.2
Current: iPadOS 13.3.1, released January 28, 2020 (2020-01-28)
Power 3.82 V 19.32 W·h (5124 mA·h)
System-on-chip used Apple A12 Bionic with 64-bit architecture and Apple M12 motion co-processor
CPU 2.49 GHz Hexa-core (2x high performance Vortex + 4x high efficiency Tempest)
Memory 3 GB LPDDR4X RAM
Storage 64 or 256 GB flash memory
Display 7.9 inches (200 mm) 2048×1536 px (326 ppi) IPS LCD 500-nits Max Brightness, Wide-Color Display (P3), True Tone Display, Fully Laminated Display, 1.8% Reflectivity and Apple Pencil (1st Generation) Support with a 4:3 aspect ratio and antireflective coating
Input Multi-touch screen, headset controls, M12 motion co-processor, proximity and ambient light sensors, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis gyroscope, digital compass, dual microphone, Touch ID fingerprint reader, barometer
Camera Front: 7 MP, 1080p
Back: 8 MP, 1080p
Connectivity
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + Cellular:
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz and MIMO

Bluetooth 5.0

Wi-Fi + Cellular:
GPS & GLONASS
GSM
UMTS/HSDPA
850, 1700, 1900, 2100 MHz
GSM/EDGE
850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz
LTE
Multiple bands
A2124: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66, and TD-LTE 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46

A2126: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 29, 30, 66, 71 and TD-LTE 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46)

Platform iOS, IPadOS
Online services App Store, iTunes Store, iBookstore, iCloud, Game Center
Dimensions Height: 203.2 mm (8.00 in)
Width: 134.8 mm (5.31 in)
Depth: 6.1 mm (0.24 in)
Weight Wi-Fi: 300.5 g (0.662 lb)
Wi-Fi + Cellular: 308.2 g (0.679 lb)
Predecessor iPad Mini 4
Related articles iPad Air (2019)
Website http://www.apple.com/ipad-mini

The fifth-generation iPad Mini (often called iPad Mini 5) is a small, powerful tablet computer. It is made by Apple Inc. and was first released on March 18, 2019. This tablet is designed to be easy to carry around. You can use it for school, games, watching videos, and more. It also works with the Apple Pencil (1st generation).

What is the iPad Mini 5?

The iPad Mini 5 is part of the iPad Mini series. It's a compact tablet that offers many features found in larger iPads. It comes in three different colors: Silver, Space Gray, and Gold. You can choose between two storage sizes: 64 gigabytes (GB) or 256 GB.

Display and Design

The iPad Mini 5 has a 7.9-inch screen. This screen is very clear, with a resolution of 2048 by 1536 pixels. It's great for reading, drawing, and watching movies. The display also has special features like True Tone. This feature adjusts the screen's color to match the light around you. This makes it easier on your eyes.

Power and Performance

This iPad Mini is powered by the Apple A12 Bionic chip. This chip makes the tablet very fast. It can handle many apps at once. It's also great for playing demanding games. The iPad Mini 5 has 3 GB of LPDDR4X RAM. This helps apps run smoothly.

Cameras and Photos

The iPad Mini 5 has two cameras. The back camera is 8 megapixels (MP). It can record videos in 1080p high definition. The front camera is 7 MP. This camera is perfect for video calls with friends or family. It also records 1080p video.

How You Interact with It

You control the iPad Mini 5 using its Multi-touch screen. It also has a Touch ID fingerprint reader. This lets you unlock your iPad safely with your finger. It also has sensors like an accelerometer and gyroscope. These help the iPad know how you're holding it.

Connectivity Options

The iPad Mini 5 offers different ways to connect to the internet and other devices.

  • Wi-Fi: It connects to Wi-Fi networks for internet access.
  • Bluetooth: It uses Bluetooth 5.0 to connect to wireless headphones or speakers.
  • Wi-Fi + Cellular: Some models also have cellular connectivity. This means you can use mobile data to get online even without Wi-Fi. These models also have GPS.

Price and Availability

When it was first released, the iPad Mini 5 cost $399 USD for the Wi-Fi only model. The Wi-Fi + Cellular model cost $529 USD. It became available on March 18, 2019. You can use services like the App Store to download apps and games.