The iPad Mini 2, officially known as the iPad Mini with Retina Display, was introduced by Apple in October 2013. It combined the compact portability of the original Mini with the stunning clarity of a Retina display, bringing sharp visuals and vibrant colors to a 7.9-inch screen. Powered by the fast 64-bit A7 chip — the same processor found in the iPhone 5S — the iPad Mini 2 delivered desktop-class performance in a sleek, lightweight design. Ideal for browsing, gaming, and productivity, it offered a perfect balance of power and portability for users on the go.
iPad Mini 2 Specifications
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Model Name: iPad Mini 2 (with Retina Display)
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Model Numbers: A1489 (Wi-Fi), A1490 (Wi-Fi + Cellular), A1491 (China model)
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Release Date: November 2013
Network:
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Technology: GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE (cellular model only)
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SIM: Nano-SIM (cellular version only)
Body:
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Dimensions: 200 x 134.7 x 7.5 mm (7.87 x 5.30 x 0.30 in)
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Weight: 331 g (Wi-Fi) / 341 g (Wi-Fi + Cellular)
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Build: Aluminum body, glass front
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Colors: Space Gray, Silver
Display:
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Type: LED-backlit IPS LCD, capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
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Size: 7.9 inches (~71.7% screen-to-body ratio)
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Resolution: 1536 x 2048 pixels (~324 ppi density)
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Protection: Oleophobic coating
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Feature: Retina Display
Platform:
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Operating System: iOS 7 (upgradable to iPadOS 12.5.7)
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Chipset: Apple A7 (28 nm)
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CPU: Dual-core 1.3 GHz Cyclone (ARM v8-based)
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GPU: PowerVR G6430 (quad-core graphics)
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Coprocessor: M7 motion coprocessor
Memory:
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Internal Storage: 16 GB / 32 GB / 64 GB / 128 GB
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RAM: 1 GB DDR3
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Card Slot: No
Main Camera:
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5 MP, f/2.4, autofocus
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Features: Geo-tagging, face detection, HDR
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Video: 1080p@30fps
Front Camera:
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1.2 MP, f/2.4, 720p@30fps
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Features: FaceTime HD, face detection
Sound:
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Loudspeaker: Yes, stereo speakers
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3.5mm jack: Yes
Connectivity:
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WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band
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Bluetooth: 4.0, A2DP, EDR
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GPS: Yes (cellular model only), with A-GPS and GLONASS
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USB: Lightning connector
Sensors:
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Accelerometer, gyro, compass
Battery:
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Type: Non-removable Li-Po 6471 mAh battery (24.3 Wh)
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Battery Life: Up to 10 hours of multimedia use
Misc:
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Siri voice assistant support
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AirPlay and AirPrint compatibility