Apple just surprised us all. The Californian company has officially presented the seventh generation of its iPad mini, which will now integrate the powerful A17 Pro chip and the revolutionary Apple Intelligence artificial intelligence system. This new device, which maintains its 8.2-inch design, promises to take the user experience to another level. We tell you everything you need to know about the new device.
You can now make the pre-booking of the new 7th generation iPad mini, and they will begin to arrive in stores on October 23. Along with it, Apple has also announced a new Smart Folio case, available in various colors.
New iPad mini 7: more powerful than ever
The new 7th generation iPad mini will be powered by a spectacular A17 Pro chipwhich represents a significant improvement in the performance of the small tablet, with a 30% increase in CPU power and a 25% increase in GPU compared to the previous generation. This results in a smoother and more efficient experience, ideal for those who use their tablet for demanding tasks, from video editing to high-definition gaming.
But the news doesn’t end there. The new iPad mini is now compatible with Apple Pencil Prowhich introduces features like pressure sensitivity, haptic feedback, and gesture controls. This integration will allow users a more intuitive and natural writing and drawing experience, making iPad mini an indispensable tool for artists, designers and students alike.
Apple surprises: launches the iPad mini 7
Additionally, iPad mini includes support for Wi-Fi 6Ewhich ensures a faster and more stable internet connection, as well as a USB-C port faster data transfer. The camera has also been improved, now having a wide 12 MP camera with Smart HDR 4, which allows you to capture higher quality images in any light situation.
One of the most anticipated features of the new iPad mini is the Apple Intelligence compatibility. This intelligent system offers improved writing tools, image generation and task automation more effectively. Apple has designed this functionality using both on-device processing and cloud-based models, ensuring a perfect balance between performance and privacy. Users will be able to enjoy the first Apple Intelligence features in US English starting this month, thanks to a free software update with iPadOS 18.1.
The new iPad mini will be available in four colors, including new blue and purple options, and Its price starts at €499 for the 128 GB storage model, which doubles the minimum capacity of the previous generation. For those who require more space, 256 GB and 512 GB configurations will also be offered, as well as a Wi-Fi + Cellular version that goes up to €769. The new Smart Folio case, available in various colors such as charcoal grey, light purple, denim and sage, priced at €69.
