Apple iPad mini 6 (2021) – the 3-minute guide
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• iPad mini 6 comes with 8.3-inch display – despite the rumors, it’s not mini LED. • The device features A15 Bionic chip, USB-C, Center Stage, and Apple Pencil 2 support. • Touch ID is used instead of Face ID.
iPad mini 6 2021 – quick facts
▸ iPad mini 6 features a bigger 8.3-inch display, compared to 7.9-inch in iPad mini 5. The screen resolution is 2266 × 1488 px, while the pixel density of 326 ppi is the highest among all iPad models.
▸ Despite the larger screen, the dimensions of iPad mini 6 are smaller. The height is by almost 8 millimeters lower than iPad mini 5.
▸ The 2021 mini is equipped with a powerful A15 Bionic chip, which delivers up to 80% faster performance than the previous generation.
▸ Unlike iPad Pro models, iPad mini 6 doesn’t have Face ID. Instead, to unlock the device or make Apple Pay payments, you will use Touch ID built into the top button.
▸ The new USB-C provides faster charging and data transfer. The port supports up to 5Gbps data transfer, which is 10 times faster than the previous generation.
▸ The front ultra-wide camera features Center Stage video call technology. The camera is combined with machine learning to recognize and keep you centered in the frame all the time.
▸ iPad mini 2021 comes in a new range of four finishes. Besides the well-known Space Gray, there are also Pink, Purple, and a new Starlight color.
▸ There are already dozens of third-party iPad mini 6 case covers available on Amazon, including Smart Cover alternatives, functional heavy-duty cases, and hybrid clear back shells.
▸ iPad mini 6 can be purchased in Apple and Amazon online stores. The price for the entry-level version (64GB, Wi-Fi only) is the same as its predecessor – $499.
iPad mini 6 size, compared to iPad Pro 11
Apple iPad mini 6 2021 – full specs
| Screen | 8.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit Multi-Touch display with IPS technology |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 2266 × 1488 px |
| Pixel density | 326 ppi |
| Storage capacity | • 64 GB • 256 GB |
| microSD card | No |
| Processor | • A15 Bionic chip with 64‑bit architecture • 16-core Neural Engine |
| Rear camera | 12MP, 5-elements lens, f/1.8 aperture, 5x digital zoom, 4K video recording |
| Front camera | 12MP Ultra Wide camera, 122° field of view, f/2.4 aperture, 1080p HD video recording, Retina Flash, cinematic video stabilization |
| Body colors | • Starlight • Space Gray • Purple • Pink |
| Battery | Built-in 19.3-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery, non-removable |
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi‑Fi or watching video |
| Charging | Via power adapter or USB to computer |
| Weight | • 10.33 oz / 293 g (Wi-Fi models) • 10.48 oz / 297 g (Wi-Fi + Cellular models) |
| Dimensions | 7.7 × 5.3 × 0.25 in / 195.4 × 134.8 × 6.3 mm |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11ax Wi‑Fi 6; simultaneous dual band (2.4GHz and 5GHz); HT80 with MIMO |
| Bluetooth | Yes, 5.0 technology |
| Ports and connectors | • USB-C connector • Magnetic Connector • Top button with Touch ID |
| Operating System | iPadOS |
| Sound | Stereo speakers at the bottom and top |
| Touch ID | Yes, integrated into top button |
| Face ID | No |
| Other sensors | • Touch ID • Three‐axis gyro • Accelerometer • Barometer • Ambient light sensor |
| In the box | • iPad mini 6 (2021 release) • USB-C charge cable (1 meter) • 20W USB-C Power Adapter |
| Apple Pencil | Compatible with Apple Pencil 2 (sold separately) |
| Smart Keyboard | Not compatible |
| Smart Keyboard Folio | Not compatible |
| Magic Keyboard | Not compatible |
| Launch dates | • Announcement: September 14, 2021 • Pre-orders: September 14, 2021 • Release: September 24, 2021 |
| Prices | • 64 GB / Wi-Fi – $499 • 64 GB / Wi-Fi + Cellular – $649 • 256 GB / Wi-Fi – $649 • 256 GB / Wi-Fi + Cellular – $799 |
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