Apple’s iPad Mini (2024) is Now Available for Purchase in India at Rs 49,900: Check Specs and Features

Apple's newest iPad Mini, featuring the A17 Pro chip, is now available worldwide. This compact device comes in four colours and starts at Rs 49,900. It offers significant performance upgrades, appealing to both professionals and casual users. Announced on October 15, it is now purchasable globally, including in India.

The iPad Mini is powered by the advanced A17 Pro chip, which significantly boosts its processing and graphics capabilities. The chip includes a 6-core CPU that enhances CPU performance by 30% compared to the previous model. Additionally, a 5-core GPU improves graphic performance by 25%. This ensures smoother experiences for tasks like photo editing or playing graphics-heavy games such as Zenless Zone Zero.

Enhanced Connectivity Options

Connectivity has been improved with Wi-Fi 6E support, doubling wireless performance from earlier models. The iPad Mini also supports 5G for faster internet speeds while on the move. Its USB-C port is twice as fast as before, facilitating quick and easy large file transfers.

The device's battery life is designed to last an entire day on a single charge. This makes it a dependable choice for work and leisure activities alike.

Apple Intelligence and iPadOS 18

A notable feature of the new iPad Mini is Apple Intelligence, which combines generative models with machine learning to boost productivity. Available through the iPadOS 18 update, it offers tools like systemwide writing assistance for proofreading and summarising text in apps such as Mail and Notes.

Siri has also been enhanced with more intuitive responses and a sleek redesign. Apple Intelligence includes image creation via the Freeform app and editing features in Photos that allow users to easily remove distracting objects.

Camera Features and Apple Pencil Pro

The iPad Mini's rear camera boasts a 12MP wide lens with Smart HDR 4 technology for vibrant photos and videos. The front-facing 12MP Ultra Wide camera supports Center Stage, making it ideal for video calls and content creation.

The new iPad Mini supports the Apple Pencil Pro, which introduces advanced features like tool-switching with a squeeze and intuitive haptic feedback. The Apple Pencil Pro can be magnetically attached, charged, and stored on the device.

Pricing Details

In India, the iPad Mini (2024) price starts at Rs. 49,900 for the base model with 128GB storage. The cellular version costs Rs. 64,900. Additionally, the 256GB Wi-Fi model is priced at Rs. 59,900 (Cellular: Rs. 74,900), and the 512GB Wi-Fi variant costs Rs. 79,900 (Cellular: Rs. 94,900).