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) <br> **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) <br> • **Note-taking** (GoodNotes, Notability with stylus) <br> • **Streaming** (Netflix 1080p, YouTube, Disney+) <br> • **Kids/Travel** (light, durable, parental controls) <br> • **Smart home hub** (HomeKit, music, cameras) |
| **Avoid For**        | • Heavy multitasking (2 GB RAM limits) <br> • New AR apps (no LiDAR) <br> • 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**.