Apple unveils iPad Mini, price starts at $329

Apple had saved their best device for last as the rumored iPad Mini was the last device that was unveiled during the event. Along with the announcement of the 7.9-inch iPad, the Cupertino based company also introduced the successor of the New iPad dubbed as the 4th Generation iPad.

The iPad 4th Generation features an A6X processor which is said to have double the CPU and GPU performance compared to the A5X. The fourth iteration of the iPad is imbued with the new image signal processor just like the iPhone 5. The FaceTime camera is also improved a bit which now shoots at 720p. It still has the same Retina display of its predecessor and the same mileage in term of battery life of which goes up to 10 hours. Both the iPad Mini and the 4th Gen iPad also possess the smaller Lightning port which was first introduced on the iPhone 5.

The 16GB Wi-Fi only version costs $499PHP 29,284INR 42,290EUR 475CNY 3,632 while the 3G-enabled one will set you back $629PHP 36,913INR 53,308EUR 599CNY 4,578.

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As it turns out, the rumors about a smaller iPad was right all along. The iPad Mini sports a 7.9” screen which has the same resolution as the iPad 2 (1024 x 768). Its body is only 7.2mm thin and only weighs 308g. Its posterior is outfitted with the same material as the iPhone 5.

Some of its features include a Dual-core A5 processor, 1080 video recording through its 5MP iSight camera paired with a 720p FaceTime snapper.

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The iPad Mini is available in three storage capacities, 16, 32 and 64GB which will cost $329PHP 19,308INR 27,883EUR 313CNY 2,395, $429PHP 25,176INR 36,358EUR 409CNY 3,122 and $519PHP 30,458INR 43,985EUR 494CNY 3,777 respectively. If you want LTE connectivity to go along with your smaller iPad with it, it’ll set you back an additional $130PHP 7,629INR 11,017EUR 124CNY 946. Pre-orders for the iPad Mini and 4th Gen iPad starts on October 26 with the Wi-Fi only versions destined for shipping starting the 2nd of next month.

Ronnie Bulaong

This article was written by Ronnie Bulaong, a special features contributor and correspondent for YugaTech. Follow him on Twitter @turonbulaong.

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51 Comments

tocinobasila says:

12 years ago

“The iPad Mini sports a 7.9” screen which has the same resolution as the iPad 2 (1024 x 768). Its body is only 7.2mm thin and only weighs 68lbs.”

MABIGAT SYA KUNG 68 LBS. hhahaha
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RaGe says:

12 years ago

MABIGAT SYA KUNG 68 LBS.

^
bigla ko naimagine yung binubuhat ko sa gym -___-“
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Berkanoshow says:

12 years ago

I’m interested with how the PH Apple store is going to price this thing, considering they are selling the new iPod touch starting at PHP 16,490 while their iPad 2 is at PHP 18,990.

Who would buy a mini when they can essentially purchase a larger one with the same specs? or buy a cheaper iPod touch with larger capacity?

Then there’s the 32 GB nexus 7 which can be ordered online for 12k + (thru johnny air) and has a higher resolution and better customization.

In summation this is either an ipod touch killer or as Steve Jobs put it, DOA.
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louie says:

12 years ago

if you are really fan of apple products malamang bibili ako nito pero interms of specs, NEXUS 7 32GB na lang siguro..
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Dan says:

12 years ago

As an owner of the “Mew iPad,” I feel quite cheated. :/
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chika says:

12 years ago

kahit ano pa sabihin ng iba.. marami parin bibili nito.. :)
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Marcelino says:

12 years ago

Onting dagdag na lang, iPad na. No I’ll go for a regular-sized iPad.

Anyway, wawa naman yung mga kabibili lang ng iPad 3. In just a span of 7 months, may bago nang lumabas. HAHA
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Drey Roque says:

12 years ago

I’m getting this for travel.

Thank goodness I’ve waited. Don’t wanna waste my money on an android.
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euro says:

12 years ago

way too overpriced!
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jonski22 says:

12 years ago

i am not a apple fan boy, but what can i say..they have good apps, better OS, the hardware specs is not high, but you can feel the response, and they really make a good quality. but i feel they are bully, and they are expensive.
as for the ipad mini, i think i’ll buy it, instead of ipad3…i have i touch pad i used for gaming..the screen is to small but i can handle it nicely..playing Infinity Blade on ipad, not so…if you know what i mean..i think the mini will fit my hand…screen large enough to play quality games..and play videos…i think ipad mini will work for me…i just hope it’s more more cheaper that ipad, but if not..i’ll just buy ipad…
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apple man says:

12 years ago

handy LTE mini ipad is way better if u have the older ipad na.. at least its more handy and wrist friendly for people who always bring their ipad. mini for me!
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jonski22 says:

12 years ago

what did is say??
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Ian says:

12 years ago

Ill get the real ipad instead of the mini.
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Les says:

12 years ago

Thumbs down! No retina display! many will be fooled again by Apple! At $329 they should at least included a GPS for the wifi-only model.

So not worth it!
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wreek888 says:

12 years ago

Buti na lang hindi pa ako bumili ng ipod touch 5gen. Now i can buy ipad mini and use it as my media player.
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bobby says:

12 years ago

Kahit anong product ang gawin ng Apple, palaging apps ang lamang nila.

Tama si Steve Jobs, they don’t need to create a 7-inch tablet. Ang maganda sanang ginawa nila is re-create the iPod line and make the iPod Touch bigger with 5-inch screen and with optional 3G/LTE. Sobrang lost na ang identity ng iPod Touch, parang iPhone lang siya na strictly wifi.

Although I like the idea that they retained the screen resolution of iPad 2.
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Irelan says:

12 years ago

Dual core a5 lang yata processor ng ipad mini
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Irelan says:

12 years ago

Dual core a5 lang processor ng ipad not a6x
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reader says:

12 years ago

a dry run product..low spec. if it sells then next year you will have the retina and A6X. just keep on buying apple fans. hehe
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Real Estate Broker says:

12 years ago

I’m sure to get this one =)
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John says:

12 years ago

Ew. This is a disgrace for fuck’s sake. Why would anyone want this anyway ? Getting a Nexus 7 basically means you’re paying less for more. It’s a win – win.
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sarabee says:

12 years ago

Win RT tabs and Win 8 tabs hurry please! save me from this…
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nameless says:

12 years ago

Ainol flame pa din! :D Who cares? after one year magpapalit din naman double the specs at the same price. :p
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brul says:

12 years ago

apps lamang ng apple sa android? ano ba mahalagang apps sa apple na wala sa android?
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chevii says:

12 years ago

natawa naman ako sa mga comments bumili ka ng the new ipad in span of 7 months luma na sya..
bili ka ng ipad mini, ilang months kaya bago lalabas yung bago? hmmm
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ecaps24 says:

12 years ago

Apple logo is quite expensive.
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ecaps24 says:

12 years ago

If you’re tired of carrying two devices, phone and tablet, then go for the note2. The 5.5″ HD AMOLED is already a great viewing experience. It will fit in you pocket unless you wear tight jeans.lol
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Sherwin says:

12 years ago

I have a feeling the iPad mini would be the best selling iPad …
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mar says:

12 years ago

The good thing is that, all the apps working on the current iPAD models are compatible w/ the iPAD mini. The app devs need not to make the same app w/ a different screen size unlike in iP5.
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prophylaxis says:

12 years ago

i think $329 is the right price for it. compared with its main competitor, the nexus 7 (which is $250 for 16gb), it has an aluminum body, a larger screen and good quality rear and front facing cameras. Though it has a lower resolution (1024×768 vs 1280×800) display, i think it is intended since most of the ipad apps are created in this resolution. Making the display retina class will significantly increase its price (maybe even higher than that of the ipad 4) because a it will have a 2048-by-1536 resolution (greater pixel density=more difficult to process=more expensive).
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