Apple IPad Mini 6 8.3″ 256GB WIFI (2021)

Overview

iPad mini

Mega power.
Mini sized.

New all‑screen design.

Powerful A15 Bionic chip.

Superfast 5G.

Support for Apple Pencil.

Now in four
gorgeous colors.

A device unlike any other.

Available starting September 24th.Available starting 9.24

All-screen design.
Stunning all around.

iPad mini is meticulously designed to be absolutely beautiful. An all-new enclosure features a new edge-to-edge screen, along with narrow borders and elegant rounded corners.

The 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display features True Tone, P3 wide color, and ultralow reflectivity, making text sharp and colors vivid, wherever you are.

Adobe Photoshop

Photos

500 nitspeak brightness

True Tonefor comfortable viewing

P3wide color gamut

Apple Pencil attaches magnetically to the side of iPad mini, so it’s always with you and ready for a spur-of-the-moment sketch or spontaneous brainstorming session.²

Quick Note

iPad mini comes in four beautiful colors. And the new landscape stereo speakers are great when you’re watching a show by the pool or listening to your favorite playlist at the park.

Touch ID is integrated into the top button for fast, easy, and secure authentication. Use your fingerprint to unlock your iPad or quickly and securely make a payment.

Small is the
new powerful.

The new A15 Bionic chip makes iPad mini just as powerful as it is portable. Whether you’re tearing through your inbox or editing photos with Photoshop, it has the power to do everything. Use advanced apps, capture brilliant content, and bring your creative projects to life, anywhere.

Delivering up to 40 percent faster CPU performance and, with the Apple Neural Engine, up to 2x faster machine learning. So you can blaze through your workday, studio session, and more.

6-core CPUUp to 40% faster performance

LumaFusion

SketchUp

And with up to 80 percent faster graphics, iPad mini lets you immerse yourself in whatever you do. Use realistic brushes to create a watercolor, experience unreal AR, and play graphics-intensive games.

5-core GPUUp to 80% faster graphics

iPad mini has all-day battery life, so it’s always ready for any task or project. Keep working, creating, and playing — without missing a beat.

Keynote

Upload. Download.
On the road.

With ultrafast connections and new 5G capabilities of iPad mini, you can get on the fastest available wireless networks when you need to download files, stream movies, and check in with friends on the go.

5G connectivitySuperfast downloads and high-quality streaming

Wi-Fi 6Fastest Wi-Fi available

Safari

Fast wireless connections are critical to getting things done. With Wi‑Fi 6 now on iPad mini, rest assured that you have the fastest Wi‑Fi available.

SharePlay

Connect and charge with the versatile USB-C port. Plug in accessories to make music, run your business, and more.

OP-Z

Ultra Wide  cameraUltrafun possibilities.

Center Stage makes video calls even more engaging. As you move around, the camera automatically pans to keep you centered in the frame. When others join or leave the call, the view expands or zooms in.

12MPUltra Wide front camera

Center StageFor more natural calls

The Wide camera on the back of iPad mini features a 12MP sensor with Focus Pixels and a large aperture to capture sharp, vivid photos. And the new ISP in the A15 Bionic chip enables Smart HDR 3, for capturing even higher-quality images.

12MPWide back camera

True Tone flashImproves photos in low light

Photos

The back camera also has a True Tone flash, so you can take great photos in any light, or scan documents and then mark them up. And iPad mini can now record in 4K, making it your mobile movie studio.

Notes

Apple Pencil. Smart Folio. Everyday essentials

iPad mini now supports the second-generation Apple Pencil. It attaches magnetically and charges wirelessly, so it’s always with you when inspiration strikes. And you can double-tap the barrel to quickly switch between tools like a highlighter and an eraser.

Markup in Photos

With Apple Pencil, iPad mini transforms into a mobile sketchbook and the world’s best note‑taking device. You can write, draw, and mark up with ease.

Notes

Adobe Fresco

A new set of slim Smart Folio covers in beautiful colors complement the new iPad mini finishes. You can protect iPad mini and even prop it up in a snap.

 iPadOSWork wonders with ease.

iPad mini is powered by iPadOS, enabling you to do so much, so easily. Get things done with the simplicity of Multi-Touch gestures, use multiple apps at once, and write in any text field with Scribble.

Split View

And with new features in iPadOS 15, iPad mini is even more versatile. You can jot down your thoughts with Quick Note, translate a conversation with Translate, and connect with friends and family using SharePlay.

Quick Note

Widgets on the Home Screen

Many apps
Mini magic.

The size and power of iPad mini make it indispensable for a wide range of uses, like conducting aircraft safety checks and streaming a workout. There are tons of apps designed just for iPad to make unique experiences possible.

Apps including iMovie, Safari, Music, News, Procreate, Notes, Adobe Lightroom, MasterClass, Keynote, Adobe Photoshop, and more.

Adobe Photoshop

iMovie

Safari

Music

News

Books

Kitchen Stories

Star Wars: Hunters

Zinnia

Pages

Use AR to view the new iPad mini.

Open this page using Safari on your iPhone or iPad.

Specification

Capacity¹

64GB

256GB

Size and Weight

Wi-Fi models

0.65 pound (293 grams)

Wi-Fi + Cellular models

0.66 pound (297 grams)

Buttons and Connectors

In the Box

iPad mini

USB-C Charge Cable (1 meter)

20W USB-C Power Adapter

Display

Liquid Retina display

8.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit Multi-Touch display with IPS technology

2266-by-1488 resolution at 326 pixels per inch (ppi)

Wide color display (P3)

True Tone display

Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating

Fully laminated display

Antireflective coating

1.8% reflectivity

500 nits brightness

Supports Apple Pencil (2nd generation)

The iPad mini display has rounded corners. When measured diagonally as a rectangle, the screen is 8.3 inches. Actual viewable area is less.

Chip

A15 Bionic chip with 64‑bit architecture

6-core CPU

5-core graphics

16-core Neural Engine

Camera

12MP Wide camera, ƒ/1.8 aperture

Digital zoom up to 5x

Five-element lens

Quad-LED True Tone flash

Autofocus with Focus Pixels

Panorama (up to 63MP)

Smart HDR 3

Wide color capture for photos and Live Photos

Advanced red-eye correction

Photo geotagging

Auto image stabilization

Burst mode

Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG

Video Recording

4K video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps

1080p HD video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps

720p HD video recording at 30 fps

Quad-LED True Tone flash

Slo‑mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps or 240 fps

Time‑lapse video with stabilization

Extended dynamic range for video up to 30 fps

Cinematic video stabilization (4K, 1080p, and 720p)

Continuous autofocus video

Playback zoom

Video formats recorded: HEVC and H.264

FaceTime HD Camera

12MP Ultra Wide front camera, 122° field of view

ƒ/2.4 aperture

Smart HDR 3

1080p HD video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps

Time‑lapse video with stabilization

Extended dynamic range for video up to 30 fps

Cinematic video stabilization (1080p and 720p)

Wide color capture for photos and Live Photos

Lens correction

Retina Flash

Auto image stabilization

Burst mode

Video Calling³

FaceTime video

Center Stage

iPad to any FaceTime-enabled device over Wi‑Fi or cellular

Audio Calling³

FaceTime audio

iPad to any FaceTime-enabled device over Wi‑Fi or cellular

Speakers

Stereo speakers (landscape)

Microphones

Dual microphones for calls, video recording, and audio recording

Cellular and Wireless

All models

802.11ax Wi‑Fi 6; simultaneous dual band (2.4GHz and 5GHz); HT80 with MIMO

Bluetooth 5.0 technology

Wi-Fi + Cellular models

Model A2568:

5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n29, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79)⁴

FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71)

TD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48)

UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC‑HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz)

Data only⁵

Wi-Fi calling⁴

eSIM⁶

Learn more about cellular data

SIM Card

Nano‑SIM (supports Apple SIM⁶)

eSIM⁶

Location

All models

Digital compass

Wi-Fi

iBeacon microlocation

Wi-Fi + Cellular models

Built‑in GPS/GNSS

Cellular

Sensors

Touch ID

Three-axis gyro

Accelerometer

Barometer

Ambient light sensor

Touch ID

Unlock iPad

Secure personal data within apps

Make purchases from the iTunes Store, the App Store, and Apple Books

Apple Pay

Pay with your iPad using Touch ID within apps and on the web

Send and receive money in Messages

Learn more about Apple Pay

Siri⁷

Use your voice to send messages, set reminders, and more

Use your iPad hands-free

Listen and identify songs

Learn more about Siri

Charging and Expansion

USB-C port with support for:

Charging

DisplayPort

USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5Gb/s)

Power and Battery⁸

All models

Built-in 19.3-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery

Up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi‑Fi or watching video

Charging via power adapter or USB-C to computer system

Wi-Fi + Cellular models

Up to 9 hours of surfing the web using cellular data network

Operating System

iPadOS 15

iPadOS comes with powerful features and built-in apps designed to take advantage of the unique capabilities of iPad.

See what’s new in iPadOS 15

Accessibility

Built-in accessibility features supporting vision, mobility, hearing, and cognitive disabilities help you get the most out of your iPad. Learn more

Features include:

VoiceOver

Voice Control

Zoom

Magnifier

RTT and TTY support

Siri and Dictation

Type to Siri

Switch Control

Closed Captions

AssistiveTouch

Spoken Content

System Requirements

Apple ID (required for some features)

Internet access⁹

Syncing to a Mac or PC requires:

macOS Catalina 10.15 or later using the Finder

macOS El Capitan 10.11.6 through macOS Mojave 10.14.6 using iTunes 12.8 or later

Windows 10 and iTunes 12.12 or later (free download from itunes.com/download)

Audio Playback

Audio formats supported: AAC‑LC, HE‑AAC, HE‑AAC v2, Protected AAC, MP3, Linear PCM, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital (AC‑3), Dolby Digital Plus (E‑AC‑3), Dolby Atmos, and Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX, and AAX+)

Spatial audio playback

User-configurable maximum volume limit

TV and Video

Video formats supported: HEVC, H.264, MPEG‑4 Part 2, and Motion JPEG

Supports Dolby Vision and HDR10 content

Up to 4K AirPlay for mirroring, photos, and video out to Apple TV (2nd generation or later) or AirPlay 2–enabled smart TV

Video mirroring and video out support through USB‑C Digital AV Multiport Adapter and USB‑C VGA Multiport Adapter (adapters sold separately)

Mail Attachment Support

Viewable document types

.jpg, .tiff, .gif (images); .doc and .docx (Microsoft Word); .htm and .html (web pages); .key (Keynote); .numbers (Numbers); .pages (Pages); .pdf (Preview and Adobe Acrobat); .ppt and .pptx (Microsoft PowerPoint); .txt (text); .rtf (rich text format); .vcf (contact information); .xls and .xlsx (Microsoft Excel); .zip; .ics; .usdz

Environmental Requirements

Operating ambient temperature:

32° to 95° F (0° to 35° C)

Nonoperating temperature:

−4° to 113° F (−20° to 45° C)

Relative humidity:

5% to 95% noncondensing

Operating altitude:

tested up to 10,000 feet (3000 m)