Apple iPad Mini 4(Cover+ charger +Data cable)

The **Apple iPad Mini 4** was announced on **September 9. 2015**. and released on the same day. It represented a **major internal refresh** of the Mini line—essentially a **shrunken iPad Air 2**—with a fully laminated anti-reflective display. doubled RAM. upgraded processor. and slimmer design. Apple marketed it as the **most capable small tablet ever**. ideal for one-handed use. reading. note-taking. and pro-level multitasking. Starting at **$399** for 16GB Wi-Fi. it replaced the underwhelming Mini 3 and remained in production until **March 2019**. when the iPad Mini (5th gen) launched.

Key Upgrades Over iPad Mini 3
| Feature                  | Mini 3 → Mini 4 Upgrade                                      |
|————————–|————————————————————-|
| **Display**              | Fully **laminated + anti-reflective coating** (56% less glare) |
| **Processor**            | **A8** (vs A7) → ~30% faster CPU. 60% faster GPU            |
| **RAM**                  | **2 GB** (vs 1 GB) → true multitasking. no app reloads      |
| **Thickness**            | **6.1 mm** (vs 7.5 mm) — thinnest Mini ever                 |
| **Cameras**              | **8 MP rear** (vs 5 MP). better low-light. burst. slow-mo   |
| **Speakers**             | Redesigned stereo (louder. richer)                          |
| **Storage**              | Dropped 16/32 GB → starts at **64 GB** (up to 128 GB)       |

Specifications Table

| Category              | Details                                                                 |
|———————–|————————————————————————-|
| **Display**           | 7.9-inch **Retina** IPS LCD. **2048 x 1536** (326 ppi). **fully laminated**. **anti-reflective coating**. P3 color |
| **Processor**         | Apple **A8** (64-bit. dual-core 1.5 GHz) + **M8** motion coprocessor (barometer) |
| **RAM**               | **2 GB LPDDR3**                                                         |
| **Storage**           | **16 / 32 / 64 / 128 GB** (16/32 GB discontinued early)                 |
| **Cameras**           | **Rear**: 8 MP iSight (f/2.4. 1080p@30fps. 120fps slo-mo. burst)
**Front**: 1.2 MP FaceTime HD (720p) |
| **Battery**           | 5.124 mAh (19.1 Wh). **~10 hours** Wi-Fi / **9 hours** cellular         |
| **Connectivity**      | Wi-Fi 802.11**a/b/g/n/ac** (MIMO). Bluetooth 4.2. Lightning; optional **LTE** (Bands 1–41) + GPS/GLONASS |
| **Dimensions**        | **8.0 x 5.3 x 0.24 in** (203.2 x 134.8 x **6.1 mm**) — thinnest iPad ever |
| **Weight**            | **0.65 lb (298.8 g)** Wi-Fi / **0.67 lb (304 g)** cellular — lighter than Mini 2/3 |
| **OS Support**        | Launched with **iOS 9**. upgradable to **iOS 15.8.3** (latest as of 2025) |
| **Colors**            | Space Gray. Silver. Gold                                                |
| **Sensors**           | **Touch ID**. accelerometer. gyroscope. **barometer**. ambient light. compass |
| **Audio**             | **Dual stereo speakers** (bottom. side-by-side). dual mics. 3.5mm jack   |

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Design & Build Highlights
– **Thinnest iPad ever** at **6.1 mm** — achieved by merging touch layer into LCD (lamination).
– **Anti-reflective coating** reduces glare by **56%** — excellent for outdoor reading.
– **Lightest full-featured iPad** — **65 g lighter** than Mini 3 despite same screen size.
– **Touch ID** (carried over from Mini 3) — fast. reliable. supports Apple Pay in apps.

Software & Longevity (November 2025)
– **Last update**: **iOS 15.8.3** (security patches only)  
– **Still receives occasional fixes** due to A8 chip in iPhone 6.
– **Runs iPadOS 15** features:
  – Split View & Slide Over
  – Quick Notes (with 3rd-party stylus)
  – Widgets on home screen
  – App Library
– **Cannot run iPadOS 16+** → no Stage Manager. no Apple Pencil 2 hover. no external display support.

 Apple Pencil Support?
| Stylus                  | Compatibility |
|————————-|—————|
| **Apple Pencil (1st gen)** | **No** — Lightning port. but **no magnetic pairing or pressure sensitivity** |
| **3rd-party capacitive styluses** | Yes (e.g.. Adonit. Wacom) |

> **Note**: Full **Apple Pencil support** began with **iPad Mini 5 (2019)**.

 Legacy & Best Use in 2025

| Status (Apple)       | **Obsolete** (discontinued >7 years ago) — **no parts or service** |
|———————-|————————————————————————|
| **Still Great For**  | • **E-reading** (Kindle. PDF. comics)
• **Note-taking** (GoodNotes. Notability with stylus)
• **Streaming** (Netflix 1080p. YouTube. Disney+)
• **Kids/Travel** (light. durable. parental controls)
• **Smart home hub** (HomeKit. music. cameras) |
| **Avoid For**        | • Heavy multitasking (2 GB RAM limits)
• New AR apps (no LiDAR)
• Future-proofing (no iPadOS 16+) |

 Verdict
The **iPad Mini 4** is the **first truly modern Mini** — thin. powerful. and premium. It aged **exceptionally well** thanks to:
– **Laminated Retina display** (still stunning)
– **2 GB RAM** (smooth iOS 15)
– **A8 chip** (handles 2025 web. video. light editing)

> **Perfect for**: Readers. travelers. students. or anyone wanting a **pocketable iPad** that still feels snappy in 2025.  
> **Skip if**: You need **Apple Pencil**. **iPadOS 17+**. or **5G**.

A **cult classic** — many users call it the **best-sized iPad Apple ever made**.