Apple's smallest iPad, introduced in 2012. Starting with the mini 2, all mini models use Apple's Retina Display. The mini 2 cellular option included more LTE data bands, enabling models to be used throughout North America, Europe and Asia.
The mini 3 added Apple's Touch ID fingerprint scanner. The thinner, lighter mini 4 featured an improved camera, and debuting with iOS 9, took advantage of the split screen mode that displays two apps side-by-side. The Apple Pencil was added to the mini 5. The screen on the 6th-generation mini is a bit larger than the 7.9" screen on the mini 5. The
iPad,
Retina Display and
Touch ID.
CURRENT MINI MODEL
Weight Max.
Gen (Year) Resolution (lbs) Storage CPU
8.3" Screen
6 (2021) 2266x1488 .66 256GB A15
DISCONTINUED MINI MODELS
5 (2019) 2048x1536 .66
4 (2015) 2048x1536 .65
3 (2014) 2048x1536 .73
2 (2013) 2048x1536 .73
1 (2012) 1024x768 .69