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iPad Mini 4 facts for kids
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| Developer | Apple Inc. |
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| Manufacturer | Foxconn |
| Product family | iPad Mini |
| Type | Tablet computer |
| Generation | 4th |
| Release date | September 9, 2015 |
| Introductory price | $399 USD £319 GBP $569 AUD $439 CAD €499 EUR |
| Discontinued | March 18, 2019 |
| Operating system | Original: iOS 9.0 Current: iPadOS 13.3.1, released January 28, 2020 |
| Power | 3.82 V 19.32 W·h (5124 mA·h) |
| System-on-chip used | Apple A8 with 64-bit architecture and Apple M8 motion co-processor |
| CPU | 1.5GHz dual-core 64-bit ARMv8-A "Typhoon" |
| Memory | 2GB LPDDR3 RAM |
| Storage | 16, 32, 64, 128 GB flash memory |
| Display | 7.9 inches (200 mm) 2048×1536 px (326 ppi) IPS LCD with a 4:3 aspect ratio and anti-glare coating |
| Graphics | PowerVR GX6450 |
| Input | Multi-touch screen, headset controls, M8 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: 1.2 MP, 720p HD, ƒ/2.2 aperture Rear: 8.0 MP AF, iSight with Five Element Lens, Hybrid IR filter, video stabilisation, face detection, HDR, ƒ/2.4 aperture |
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| 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: 298.8 g (0.659 lb) Wi-Fi + Cellular: 304 g (0.670 lb) |
| Predecessor | iPad Mini 3 |
| Successor | iPad Mini (5th generation) |
| Related articles | iPad Pro, iPad Air 2 |
The iPad Mini 4 is a small, powerful tablet computer made by Apple Inc.. It was first released on September 9, 2015. This device was a big upgrade from the iPad Mini 3 that came before it.
Apple stopped making the iPad Mini 4 on March 18, 2019. It was then replaced by the fifth-generation iPad Mini.
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What Makes the iPad Mini 4 Special?
The iPad Mini 4 was known for being very thin and light. It was also more powerful than earlier iPad Mini models. This made it great for playing games, watching videos, and doing schoolwork.
Display and Design
The iPad Mini 4 has a 7.9-inch screen. This screen is called a Retina Display because it has many tiny pixels. This makes images and text look very clear and sharp. The screen also has a special coating to reduce glare. This helps you see it better in bright light.
The design of the iPad Mini 4 was similar to the iPad Air 2. It was much thinner and lighter than the iPad Mini 3. This made it easier to carry around.
Power and Performance
The iPad Mini 4 uses an Apple A8 chip. This chip helps the iPad run fast and smoothly. It also has a special part called the Apple M8 motion co-processor. This part helps track movement for apps like fitness trackers.
The iPad Mini 4 came with different amounts of storage. You could choose from 16, 32, 64, or 128 gigabytes. This is where you save your apps, photos, and videos.
Cameras
The iPad Mini 4 has two cameras. The front camera is 1.2 megapixels. It is good for video calls and selfies. The back camera is 8.0 megapixels. It can take clear photos and record HD videos. It also has features like face detection and HDR.
Connectivity
The iPad Mini 4 can connect to the internet in a few ways.
- Wi-Fi: It can connect to wireless internet networks. This lets you browse the web and download apps.
- Bluetooth: It uses Bluetooth 4.2 to connect to wireless headphones or other devices.
- Cellular (optional): Some models also have cellular connectivity. This means you can use a SIM card to get internet access when you are away from Wi-Fi. These models also have GPS for finding your location.
Colors
The iPad Mini 4 was available in three different colors: