Modern consumers are trying to keep up with the times. Gadgets released next year are improving, and rapidly. Products from the American brainchild Apple are popular among tablets. These devices are considered to be the highest quality and multifunctional. Next, you have to figure out what the iPad mini 4 is. A review of this tablet, reviews from owners and main characteristics will help you judge how high-quality the gadget is. What pros and cons does it have? Is it worth paying attention to the fourth generation iPad at all?

Description

Let's start with a brief description of the device. What are we talking about? The iPad mini 4, which is reviewed below, is nothing more than a modern tablet. It was created by Apple in 2015. Since then, the device has won the hearts of many buyers.

It should be noted that the iPad mini 4 differs from the 3rd generation tablet more than the iPad 3 from the iPad 2. At the first presentation of the device, Apple demonstrated a fingerprint scanner and an updated body color.

iPad mini 4 runs iOS 9. The tablet allows you to work with the latest Apple programs and applications. Therefore, if you want to keep up with the times, it is recommended to pay attention to this device. The gadget performs the functions of a regular tablet.

About the configuration

Now you can take a closer look at the characteristics of the iPad mini 4. The review presented below will allow you to evaluate all the features of the device.

The gadget's delivery package will not surprise anyone. We can say that it is traditional. In the box with the device the buyer will find:

• tablet;
• cable for connecting to a computer;
• charger;
• a special clip for removing the SIM card;
• operating instructions;
• warranty card.

The packaging of the tablet does not stand out in any way. Please note that the charger consists of 2 parts - a “plug” for plugging into a power outlet and a USB cable. A similar innovation is found in most modern gadgets.

Appearance

The Apple iPad mini 4 is a device that, like all Apple products, stands out for its design. There are no unnecessary details, tacky elements or anything “flashy” in it. No cheap plastic components, no bold design solutions.

Despite this, the iPad mini 4 looks solid. The body is made of aluminum, which significantly affects the appearance of the device. The iPad is available in several colors: gold, gray and silver.

Some people say that the gray body looks a bit boring. Therefore, it is preferable to choose silver models. You can compare iPad mini 4 with MacBook. These devices are similar in appearance.

iPad mini 4 is a stylish and fashionable solution for those who want to keep up with the times. The owners of the device are satisfied with the purchase. The corners of the iPad are rounded, which adds elegance to the entire gadget.

Controls

Please note that the iPad mini 4, reviewed below, is a new generation tablet. Controls play an important role in it. Brand new solutions surprise and delight owners!

Above the screen there is a light sensor, as well as a front camera. Below it is the Home button. It is equipped with a fingerprint scanner. On the right side of the gadget, on the side panel, there is a compartment for a SIM card (nano), as well as volume switches. And at the top there is a standard headset connector.

An interesting fact is that the iPad mini 4 does not have a button to switch the device to silent mode. The bottom of the tablet is equipped with speakers and a connector for connecting to a computer/network.

The assembly of the gadget is pleasing. It is noted that the “iPad mini 4” is assembled perfectly. All elements fit as tightly as possible, there are no creaks or gaps.

Dimensions

What else stands out about the iPad mini 4? A review of this tablet is unthinkable without a description of the device’s dimensions. It is noted that the gadget does not stand out in any way externally. It is similar in size to most tablets. For example, with Samsung Galaxy Tab S2. There is no difference on paper or in hand. But if you believe the description of the device, then the iPad can be called a very large gadget.

The tablet dimensions are 203.2x134.8x6.1 millimeters. The device weighs 299 grams. The iPad mini 4 is a lightweight, small tablet that's easy to use. It is equally comfortable to use with one hand or with two.

Screen

What characteristics does the iPad mini 4 have? A review of the tablet will help you understand how good this device is. Should we really pay attention to it?

The iPad 4 screen is a completely new solution for Apple products. Specifications indicate that, overall, the device's display has changed little compared to 3rd generation tablets. The diagonal of the iPad mini 4 is 7.9 inches, the resolution is 1536 by 2048 pixels. The screen supports multi-touch technology up to 10 simultaneous touches.

iPad mini 4 has excellent viewing angles. The picture on the screen is bright, clear, and rich. All this is due to the fact that the display quality of the model is exactly the same as that of the iPad Air 2. In addition, Apple has removed the air gap between the protective glass and the screen.

It is noted that the brightness of the device is now at an excellent level. There is no need to set it to maximum in low light. And this cannot but rejoice.

Today, the iPad mini 4 offers one of the best screens among compact tablets. Perhaps only the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 beats Apple in terms of display quality.

Device system

Of course, the operating system of the gadget becomes a very important component. The thing is that the iPad mini 4, the review of which is presented to your attention, works with iOS 9. This is a completely new version of the operating system. The “stuffing” of the gadget allows you to download and install the latest programs and applications for Apple products. Just what you need!

I am glad that there are a huge number of applications and games for the iPad mini 4. Working with iOS 9 makes the tablet a multifunctional compact center. With the help of the latest programs you can work, relax, and just have a good time.

The performance of the device also leaves no one indifferent. As already mentioned, the main characteristics of the iPad allow you to work with iOS 9 without any brakes, while on the iPad mini 3 the operating system begins to glitch.

About power

What other characteristics does the Apple iPad mini 4 have? A review of this gadget indicates the presence of significant hardware power. Among the main changes in the device are the new Apple A8 chipset, as well as good RAM. It provides 2 GB.

These characteristics are important for every modern device. A new powerful processor combined with RAM and OS optimization allows you to feel how high-quality the gadget is in the hands of the owner. iOS 9, as already mentioned, works with the iPad mini 4 quickly, without slowdowns or glitches.

You can call the iPad mini 4 a universal device. As already mentioned, it is ideal for work, study, and relaxation. The latest games will run on the Apple iPad mini 4, the review of which is presented to your attention, without brakes, lags, or glitches.

The device also responds quickly to user actions. In previous versions of the tablet, applications often crashed due to lack of RAM. The iPad mini 4 has not yet had such cases.

Duration of work

Modern owners of tablets and smartphones often complain about the lack of a powerful battery in this or that gadget. What can you say about the iPad mini 4? The mobile-review highlights the device's long battery life. This means that the tablet’s battery pleases with its power. The battery capacity is 5124 mAh. Li-On technology is used.

Tablet owners point out that when the display is turned off, the iPad mini 4 works longer than its counterparts. It is noted that when playing for about an hour a day and medium brightness settings, the tablet's operating time without recharging is about a week. This is a very good indicator.

Of course, with active use, the iPad mini 4 will discharge faster. Nevertheless, you will still be able to work with the tablet for about a few days. We can say that the iPad mini 4 is Apple's enduring creation. Some people talk about needing to charge the device once a week.

Like a camera

All modern tablets and smartphones are equipped with a wide variety of additional functions. For example, it is difficult to imagine a device without a camera. The iPad mini 4, the review of which is almost finished, has several tools for taking video and photos.

A front camera with a quality of 1.2 megapixels is provided. This is enough for making video calls and selfies. Don't expect masterpieces from the front camera - it takes good pictures, but the quality still leaves much to be desired.

The rear camera allows you to take 8 megapixel pictures. The detail of the resulting images is not bad, but it is inferior to the Galaxy Tab. However, for an iPad, the device takes good pictures. The images are rich, bright, and clear.

Some highlight the excellent performance of the front camera, despite the low quality. iPad mini 4 is a device that allows you to take wonderful photos and videos! Noises sometimes occur, but they are not too noticeable.

Memory

On the market of modern gadgets you can find a huge number of iPad mini 4. A review of the tablet indicates that this device does not allow you to expand the memory for user data. This feature turns off some buyers. After all, you have to think in advance how much space on the tablet will be enough for games, programs, music and applications.

Depending on the memory, the cost of the gadget changes. What could the iPad mini 4 be like? A review of w3bsit3-dns.com indicates that the following models are found:

• 16 GB;
• 64 GB;
• 128 GB.

In addition, you should pay attention to communication support. There are both tablets that work only with Wi-Fi, and those that allow additional contact with LTE.

Price

The iPad mini 4 is expensive. This is the verdict that almost all tablet owners make. Perhaps the high price tag is the main disadvantage of the gadget. Today you can find an iPad mini 4 16 GB for approximately 27-30 thousand rubles.

As already mentioned, the price of the tablet depends on the amount of built-in memory and the presence/absence of LTE. "iPad mini 4" 128 GB with Wi-Fi and TLE costs about 60,000 rubles. However, the cost of Apple products no longer surprises anyone. Everyone knows that iPad, iPhone and iPod are expensive and high-quality equipment!

Information about the make, model, and alternative names of the specific device, if available.

Design

Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Materials used, colors offered, certificates.

Width Width information - refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	203.2 mm (millimeters) 20.32 cm (centimeters) 0.67 ft (feet) 8 in (inches)
Height Height information - refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	134.8 mm (millimeters) 13.48 cm (centimeters) 0.44 ft (feet) 5.31 in (inches)
Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units of measurement.	6.1 mm (millimeters) 0.61 cm (centimeters) 0.02 ft (feet) 0.24 in (inches)
Weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement.	298 g (grams) 0.66 lbs 10.54 oz (ounces)
Volume The approximate volume of the device, calculated based on the dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped.	167.09 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 10.15 in³ (cubic inches)
Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale.	Grey Silver Golden
Materials for making the case Materials used to make the device body.	Aluminum alloy

SIM card

The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.

Mobile networks

A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.

GSM GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) is designed to replace the analogue mobile network (1G). For this reason, GSM is often called a 2G mobile network. It is improved by the addition of GPRS (General Packet Radio Services), and later EDGE (Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution) technologies.	GSM 850 MHz GSM 900 MHz GSM 1800 MHz GSM 1900 MHz
CDMA CDMA (Code-Division Multiple Access) is a channel access method used in communications in mobile networks. Compared to other 2G and 2.5G standards like GSM and TDMA, it provides higher data transfer speeds and the ability to connect more consumers at the same time.	CDMA 800 MHz CDMA 1900 MHz
CDMA2000 CDMA2000 is a group of 3G mobile network standards based on CDMA. Their advantages include a more powerful signal, fewer interruptions and network breaks, support for an analog signal, wide spectral coverage, etc.	1xEV-DO Rev. A 1xEV-DO Rev. B
UMTS UMTS is an abbreviation for Universal Mobile Telecommunications System. It is based on the GSM standard and belongs to 3G mobile networks. Developed by 3GPP and its biggest advantage is providing greater speed and spectral efficiency thanks to W-CDMA technology.	UMTS 850 MHz UMTS 900 MHz UMTS 1700/2100 MHz UMTS 1900 MHz UMTS 2100 MHz
LTE LTE (Long Term Evolution) is defined as a fourth generation (4G) technology. It is developed by 3GPP based on GSM/EDGE and UMTS/HSPA to increase the capacity and speed of wireless mobile networks. The subsequent technology development is called LTE Advanced.	LTE 700 MHz Class 13 LTE 700 MHz Class 17 LTE 800 MHz LTE 850 MHz LTE 900 MHz LTE 1800 MHz LTE 1900 MHz LTE 2100 MHz LTE 2600 MHz LTE-TDD 1900 MHz (B39) LTE-TDD 2300 MHz (B40) LTE-TDD 2500 MHz (B41) LTE-TDD 2600 MHz (B38)

Mobile communication technologies and data transfer speeds

Communication between devices on mobile networks is carried out using technologies that provide different data transfer rates.

Operating system

An operating system is a system software that manages and coordinates the operation of hardware components in a device.

SoC (System on Chip)

A system on a chip (SoC) includes all the most important hardware components of a mobile device on one chip.

SoC (System on Chip) A system on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components, such as a processor, graphics processor, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software necessary for their operation.	Apple A8 APL1011
Process Information about the technological process by which the chip is manufactured. Nanometers measure half the distance between elements in the processor.	20 nm (nanometers)
Processor (CPU) The primary function of a mobile device's processor (CPU) is to interpret and execute instructions contained in software applications.	Apple Cyclone
Processor size The size (in bits) of a processor is determined by the size (in bits) of the registers, address buses, and data buses. 64-bit processors have higher performance compared to 32-bit processors, which in turn are more powerful than 16-bit processors.	64 bit
Instruction Set Architecture Instructions are commands with which the software sets/controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute.	ARMv8-A
Level 1 cache (L1) Cache memory is used by the processor to reduce access time to more frequently used data and instructions. L1 (level 1) cache is small in size and works much faster than both system memory and other cache levels. If the processor does not find the requested data in L1, it continues to look for it in the L2 cache. On some processors, this search is performed simultaneously in L1 and L2.	64 kB + 64 kB (kilobytes)
Level 2 cache (L2) L2 (level 2) cache is slower than L1 cache, but in return it has a higher capacity, allowing it to cache more data. It, like L1, is much faster than system memory (RAM). If the processor does not find the requested data in L2, it continues to look for it in the L3 cache (if available) or in RAM memory.	1024 kB (kilobytes) 1 MB (megabytes)
Level 3 cache (L3) L3 (level 3) cache is slower than L2 cache, but in return it has a higher capacity, allowing it to cache more data. It, like L2, is much faster than system memory (RAM).	4096 kB (kilobytes) 4 MB (megabytes)
Number of processor cores The processor core executes software instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance by allowing multiple instructions to be executed in parallel.	2
CPU clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in terms of cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).	1500 MHz (megahertz)
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) The Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) handles calculations for various 2D/3D graphics applications. In mobile devices, it is most often used by games, consumer interfaces, video applications, etc.	PowerVR GX6450
Number of GPU cores Like a CPU, a GPU is made up of several working parts called cores. They handle graphics calculations for various applications.	4
Amount of random access memory (RAM) Random access memory (RAM) is used by the operating system and all installed applications. Data stored in RAM is lost after the device is turned off or restarted.	2 GB (gigabytes)
Type of random access memory (RAM) Information about the type of random access memory (RAM) used by the device.	LPDDR3
	M8 motion coprocessor

Built-in memory

Each mobile device has built-in (non-removable) memory with a fixed capacity.

Screen

The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.

Type/technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the quality of the information image directly depends.	LCD
Diagonal For mobile devices, screen size is expressed by the length of its diagonal, measured in inches.	7.9 in (inches) 200.66 mm (millimeters) 20.07 cm (centimeters)
Width Approximate screen width	6.32 in (inches) 160.53 mm (millimeters) 16.05 cm (centimeters)
Height Approximate screen height	4.74 in (inches) 120.4 mm (millimeters) 12.04 cm (centimeters)
Aspect Ratio The ratio of the dimensions of the long side of the screen to its short side	1.333:1 4:3
Permission Screen resolution shows the number of pixels vertically and horizontally on the screen. Higher resolution means clearer image detail.	2048 x 1536 pixels
Pixel Density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be displayed on screen with clearer detail.	324 ppi (pixels per inch) 127ppcm (pixels per centimeter)
Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for color components in one pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors that the screen can display.	24 bit 16777216 flowers
Screen area Approximate percentage of screen area occupied by the screen on the front of the device.	70.79% (percent)
Other characteristics Information about other screen features and characteristics.	Capacitive Multi-touch Scratch resistance
	Retina display Full Lamination Technology Antireflective coating Oleophobic (lipophobic) coating LED-backlit

Sensors

Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical indicators into signals that a mobile device can recognize.

Main camera

The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on the back of the body and is used for taking photos and videos.

Sensor type	CMOS BSI (backside illumination)
Sensor size Information about the dimensions of the photosensor used in the device. Typically, cameras with larger sensors and lower pixel densities offer higher image quality despite the lower resolution.	3.6 x 2.7 mm (millimeters) 0.18 in (inches)
Pixel size The smaller pixel size of the photosensor allows more pixels per unit area, thus increasing resolution. On the other hand, a smaller pixel size can have a negative impact on image quality at high ISO levels.	1.103 µm (micrometers) 0.001103 mm (millimeters)
Crop factor The crop factor is the ratio between the dimensions of the full-frame sensor (36 x 24 mm, equivalent to a frame of standard 35 mm film) and the dimensions of the device's photosensor. The indicated number represents the ratio of the diagonals of the full-frame sensor (43.3 mm) and the photosensor of a particular device.	9.61
Diaphragm	f/2.4
Image Resolution One of the main characteristics of mobile device cameras is their resolution, which shows the number of horizontal and vertical pixels in the image.	3264 x 2448 pixels 7.99 MP (megapixels)
Video resolution Information about the maximum supported resolution when shooting video with the device.	1920 x 1080 pixels 2.07 MP (megapixels)
Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the device when shooting video at the maximum resolution. Some of the main standard video shooting and playback speeds are 24p, 25p, 30p, 60p.	30fps (frames per second)
Characteristics Information about other software and hardware features related to the main camera and improving its functionality.	Autofocus Continuous shooting Digital zoom Digital image stabilization Geographical tags Panoramic photography HDR shooting Touch Focus Face recognition Exposure compensation Self-timer

Additional camera

Additional cameras are usually mounted above the device screen and are used mainly for video conversations, gesture recognition, etc.

Sensor type Digital cameras use photo sensors to take photographs. The sensor, as well as optics, are one of the main factors in the quality of the camera in a mobile device.	CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor)
Diaphragm Aperture (f-number) is the size of the aperture opening that controls the amount of light reaching the photosensor. A lower f-number means the aperture opening is larger.	f/2.2
Video resolution Information about the maximum supported resolution when shooting video with an additional camera.	1280 x 720 pixels 0.92 MP (megapixels)
Video - frame rate/frames per second. Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the secondary camera when shooting video at the maximum resolution.	30fps (frames per second)
	1.2 MP Continius shooting Face unlock

Audio

Information about the type of speakers and audio technologies supported by the device.

Radio

The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.

Location determination

Information about the navigation and location technologies supported by your device.

WiFi

Wi-Fi is a technology that provides wireless communication for transmitting data over close distances between various devices.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless data transfer between various devices of different types over short distances.

USB

USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to exchange data.

Headphone jack

This is an audio connector, also called an audio jack. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.

Connecting devices

Information about other important connection technologies supported by your device.

Browser

A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.

Video file formats/codecs

Mobile devices support different video file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode/decode digital video data.

Battery

Mobile device batteries differ from each other in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge necessary for their functioning.

Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)

The SAR level refers to the amount of electromagnetic radiation absorbed by the human body while using a mobile device.

Body SAR level (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed when holding a mobile device at hip level. The maximum permissible SAR value for mobile devices in Europe is 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard has been established by the CENELEC Committee in compliance with the ICNIRP 1998 guidelines and IEC standards.	0.997 W/kg (Watt per kilogram)
Body SAR level (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed when holding a mobile device at hip level. The highest permissible SAR value in the USA is 1.6 W/kg per 1 gram of human tissue. This value is set by the FCC, and the CTIA monitors mobile devices' compliance with this standard.	1.19 W/kg (Watt per kilogram)

iPhone 6s and 6s Plus, iPad Mini 4 and iPad Pro ship natively with iOS 9. Users of older devices can update to it themselves. The list of compatible models even includes the iPhone 4s, already a very old phone with 512 MB of RAM.

What has changed regarding iOS 8.4.1? Actually, not much. The changes fit the description of evolutionary, but certainly not revolutionary. New multitasking capabilities have been added that don't really add much convenience to the entertainment-oriented operating system, and, moreover, have been available in Android devices from Samsung and LG for quite some time; The animation of some regularly performed actions has been changed, in particular, calling the recent applications screen.

If you don’t go into details, the user won’t notice any actual benefits from switching to iOS 9, only a slight drop in overall performance (contrary to Apple’s statement about its increase), as well as a slight “culture shock” from dubious visual innovations. There are also some minor flaws. The author of these lines noticed problems with Safari working with some RTMP video streams and the inability to clear the list of recent applications (everything is restored after a reboot, which is undesirable in many cases). One way or another, the update to iOS 9.1 may come out in the first half of October. Or maybe it won't come out.

The Apple iPad mini 4 tablet was presented together with the iPhone 6S (the first part of the review) and the iPad Pro, without receiving a separate block in the presentation or special attention. Indeed, this is just a smaller version of the iPad Air 2, according to Apple's words on stage. However, this is precisely what makes the iPad mini 4 perhaps the only normal compact tablet on a market almost completely occupied by huge smartphones. Does the “baby” have anything to compete with its competitors and how successful the iPad mini 4 turned out? Let’s look into it below.

Technical characteristics of Apple iPad mini 4:

• Network: GSM/EDGE (850/900/1800/1900 MHz), UMTS/HSPA (850/900/1700-2100/1900/2100 MHz), LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26)
• Platform (at time of announcement): iOS 9
• Display: capacitive, 7.9”, 2048 x 1536 pixels, 326 ppi, IPS
• Camera: 8 MP, f/2.4, autofocus, video recording 1080p@60fps and Slow-mo 1080p@120fps
• Additional camera: 1.2 MP, f/2.2, video recording 720p@30fps
• Processor: Apple A8+M8
• Built-in memory: 16, 64, 128 GB
• Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n/ac), MIMO
• Bluetooth 4.2
• 3.5mm audio jack
• GPS and GLONASS (Wi-Fi+ Cellular)
• nanoSIM (Wi-Fi+Cellular)
• Lightning
• Accelerometer, gyroscope, light sensor, digital compass
• Operating time in active use mode via Wi-Fi: up to 10 hours
• Operating time in active use mode via cellular network: up to 9 hours
• Dimensions: 203.2 x 134.8 x 6.1 mm
• Weight: 298.8 g (Wi-Fi) and 304 g (Wi-Fi+Cellular)

Video review

Design and construction

iPad Air 2 in miniature is truly the most accurate description of the device's appearance. The same thickness of the case (6.1 mm), the same arrangement and pattern of the speakers, the same absence of a volume lock slider. Apple needed to release one intermediate generation of iPad mini to reach its own gold standard. The previous iPad mini 3 turned out to be something of a pass-through device, intended for those who for some reason did not upgrade to the iPad mini 2. The release of the iPad mini 4 in the form in which it is now released is a logical and correct decision, albeit a little late. At the presentation next to the Air 2, it would look much more organic than with the iPad Pro. The rapid decline in sales of the iPad mini 3 immediately after the announcement of the mini 4 seems to hint at which tablet actually deserves attention now.

Not only the design, but also the tablet screen has been updated. It retained the same dimensions and resolution (7.9", 2048 x 1536 pixels, 326 ppi), but no longer looked unimportant against the background of the Air line. The image became richer, more contrasting, the anti-reflective layer does its job, but despite this, in direct comparison It’s clear that the mini’s screen is still a little short of the Air 2. In general, there’s no need to compare it with the Air 2, but it’s advisable to compare it with previous minis in order to clearly evaluate how much better the display actually has become.

This is the thinnest and lightest iPad mini of all time, while, as before, it is firmly assembled and tactilely pleases with an aluminum body in the already standard three colors. Will the newfangled pink and gold color be added to them in the next tablet update? I think there would be buyers for it. Moreover, with new multi-colored cases and covers, including many delicate shades (as in our review), choosing something equally cute for a pink tablet would become much easier than before.

Software

The tablet runs iOS 9 out of the box; when writing the review, the test mini 4 received iOS 9.0.1 and 9.0.2, which did not greatly affect the system and did not cure some bugs. Thus, the tablet managed to slow down in the most noticeable and frequently used places, namely when switching between applications, flipping the interface, and when calling up Spotlight search. Perhaps they have already been fixed in iOS 9.1, please write in the comments if so. At the same time, all the new features of the system worked perfectly and did not cause any complaints. This includes a split screen (the same as the Air 2, that is, full-fledged with all possible options, not available for other minis), and picture-in-picture, and new keyboard capabilities, and multitasking built-in and updated for iOS 9 third-party applications. The tablet's power is enough to work smoothly on one screen with two full-fledged applications, for example, the Safari browser and native Mail, while simultaneously playing a movie from iTunes or from any other place in a small window. All the more surprising were the lags in other, more typical and familiar places for iOS.

Camera

Along with the design and screen, the tablet’s camera has also been updated. Now there is 8 megapixels with an f/2.4 aperture, the same autofocus, 1080p video recording at 60 fps and Slow-mo 1080p at 120 fps. The mini has always been convenient for taking photos and even shooting videos (a common occurrence at concerts), but now you can do this, as they say, even “better.” In terms of photo and video quality, the camera does not reach the level of the iPhone 6, and it is mainly suitable for good sunny conditions; it will allow you to capture something interesting and that’s okay.

Benchmarks and Performance

iPad mini 4 is not only Apple's thinnest and lightest compact tablet, but also its most powerful. It uses an overclocked version of the A8 chipset with 2GB of RAM, making it slightly faster than the iPhone 6 and only slightly weaker than the iPad Air 2 with its A8X. The benchmark results speak for themselves: this baby is not a timid one.

The toys are also ok, but with some complaints. For example, Asphalt 8 suddenly became sluggish in some places, although this had not previously been observed on iOS. Something simpler in terms of graphics, but more complex in terms of gameplay like Shadowmatic, runs without any problems.

The company claims a traditional battery life of 10 hours for most usage scenarios (Internet, listening to music, watching videos). Despite the fact that the battery in the tablet has decreased, these figures are close to real ones and the iPad mini 4 allows you to comfortably use it throughout the entire day, or even 3-4 with more relaxed use. If you touch it once a week, then mini 4, like any other iPad, will quietly lie there for a couple of months.

Conclusions

The iPad mini 4 is definitely Apple's best compact tablet and a real find for those who are looking for a convenient mobile solution to pair with their not-too-huge smartphone. On the other hand, Air 2 is not that much larger and heavier, it’s just as thin, has a better quality screen and is faster. In this case, the price plays on the mini 4’s side, since for the same official 48,990 rubles you can get a 128 GB modification of the tablet with Wi-Fi, in contrast to the 64 GB version of the Air 2 with Wi-Fi. Yes, under the old course, mini 4 would have been an even more profitable offer, but it’s time to forget about the old course and come to terms with the new realities.

The box shows the iPad mini 4 from the side in kind, so to speak. The manufacturer thereby showed that the tablet is very thin, because its width is only 6.1 mm. It's nice, it's cool. The equipment is meager, for some reason Apple was greedy and did not include headphones in the package. Either targeting those who already have an iPhone, or those who will pay a couple of extra thousand for branded headphones, it’s hard to say what such a marketing ploy is designed for, but since they decided so, it means it’s so profitable for Apple. The iPad mini 4 has stereo speakers, but they are located at the bottom. The depth of sound is not as felt as it is on HTC smartphones with front-facing stereo speakers.

The device just fits perfectly in your hands and is very convenient to use. It is not heavy, metal, the dimensions are optimal. In a word, it is good not only for its materials, but also for its dimensions.

Width

Height

Thickness

Weight

Shell

IOS 9 is installed here when you buy the tablet. Let me remind you that she brought multitasking to the iPad, that is, you can open two applications at the same time and watch another movie, for example. A very convenient feature. The device has a fingerprint scanner to help protect your tablet from prying hands and eyes. Gesture control is cool in iOS; there are simply no analogues among other operating systems. It’s very convenient to operate the tablet, you just have to learn everything and get used to it. There is a lot of information on the Internet about IOS, there are both supporters and opponents of this OS, I think there is no point in talking a lot about it as part of this review, because if you came here, then the OS suits you.

Specifications

• CPU

  Apple A8 1.5 GHz 64 bit x 2

• Video processor

Each generation of iPad comes with a new processor. It's the same story here. The processor has become more powerful compared to the 3rd, but the performance margin is not so high. In terms of power, our hero is comparable to the iPad air 2, but the latter has a larger screen, so you have to choose which is better.

Memory

As mentioned above, we have a 16 GB model for testing. Without support for memory cards, traditionally. The model costs 33 thousand rubles. If you go to the websites of Chinese online stores, you can very inexpensively purchase a flash drive for the number of GB you need, connect it to the Lightning connector and get an iPad mini 4 with 80 GB of memory for 35-36 thousand. In my opinion, this option is more preferable than buying a device for 50-69 thousand, overpaying per GB. By the way. There is a version of 16, 64 and 128 GB. Above, I outlined my opinion, and you can decide what is best to do and which model is better to purchase. There is more RAM, exactly 2 times, 2 GB now in the iPad mini 4.

Connection

Unfortunately, there is no Sim support here (specifically in our model), but nothing prevents you from distributing the Internet from your phone to your tablet. Now the vast majority of smartphones can do this. The model is equipped with an NFC module, you know where you can use it. GLONASS is not supported by A-GPS either, but a regular GPS module is present.

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updated as new information becomes available and published after careful review

Connectors and buttons

Above:
microphone, power button, headphone jack