If you are looking for a portable Apple tablet that will not weigh you down, the iPad Mini is one of the best options. Fortunately, it is on sale at Amazon and Best Buy today, returning to the record-low price of $399. That is $100 lower, or 20% off the usual price.
This applies to the base model in Purple on Amazon, while Best Buy has all colorways similarly discounted by $100, including the 256 GB Wi-Fi option and the cellular variants.
Why Pick the Apple iPad Mini 7
Apple introduced the iPad Mini 7 (review), or 7th generation, in October last year. It arrived about three years after the iPad Mini 6 it replaces, featuring minor to modest enhancements. The reduced price makes the tiny iPad more appealing than ever.
The compact iPad form factor has proven to be one of Apple’s best-selling lines, and with the iPad Mini 7, Apple has kept the formula while refining it. It measures 195.4 x 134.8 x 6.3 mm and weighs 293 grams. Its size makes it easy to handle with one hand, especially when browsing or consuming media such as e-books. The chassis is made of aluminum, which feels solid, though it lacks ingress protection.
The 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display does not disappoint. It is bright, colorful, and sharp. Apple has also fixed the scrolling jelly effect, making it more stable when you scroll.
One of the most exciting upgrades is the processor, which uses the Bionic A17 Pro. This hexa-core CPU and penta-core GPU deliver a notable performance boost of around 30%. Meanwhile, the new neural engine supports Apple Intelligence features such as on-device image generation and writing tools. The iPad Mini 7 feels fast and smooth, even when running demanding apps and games.
The battery size has not changed, but thanks to the more efficient chipset and optimized iPadOS, it delivers around 10 to 11 hours of video playback, translating to a full day of use.
Are you buying the iPad Mini 7 for its size? Share your reasons in the comments.
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