Frequently Asked Questions About the 1st-Generation iPad Mini
The 1st-Generation iPad Mini was Apple's first attempt at the small form-factor tablet. It debuted in 2012 as a smaller alternative to the full-sized iPad. The 1st-Generation iPad Mini is available on eBay in various colors, storage capacities, and conditions like used and preowned.
What are some product features of the original iPad Mini?What is the battery capacity of this Apple iPad?
The original iPad Mini has a 7.9-inch backlit LED screen with standard Wi-Fi and optional cellular capabilities. Apple made the tablet available in silver, space gray, and slate colors.
The internal processing chip is the A5, with an included 512 MB of DDR2 RAM memory. A 1 GHz dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 powers the CPU. This Apple Mini tablet offers 16 GB, 32 GB, and 64 GB of internal storage. Like the larger models, this Apple tablet includes a three-axis accelerometer, a digital compass, a gyroscope, a magnetometer, and ambient light sensors.
The multitouch iPad screen has a resolution of 1024 by 768, with 163 pixels-per-inch density. It also has a PowerVR graphics processor. The display has a coating to minimize fingerprints and scratches. The iPad Mini also has a built-in rear camera and built-in front camera.
What networks does this iPad Mini work with?
The 1st-Generation Apple iPad Mini has Bluetooth 4.0 and 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi operating at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. GSM and CDMA models are available. Siri voice commands and voice dictation are available through the advanced audio processor.
The lithium-ion polymer battery is rated for 10 hours of Wi-Fi browsing and nine hours of cellular service. This tablet can play 10 hours of videos. It can also play audio for 140 hours.
As long as the device is unlocked, you can choose your carrier for the Wi-Fi and cellular features. The carriers include:
- Verizon
- Sprint
- AT&T
- T-Mobile
What are some of the preloaded apps on this tablet?
Apple devices come preloaded with various applications, and the 1st-Generation iPad Mini is no exception. Use FaceTime to make video calls. Access your e-books through the iBooks app. Use the Notes app to create a shopping list for the next time you go to the grocery store. Download your favorite tracks through the iTunes Store. Use the Reminders app to alert you of important meeting times or special family events. With the Contacts app, you'll never have to remember the phone numbers of your family members and friends.
Can you download apps to use on this iPad?
Yes. Upgrading the iPad's operating system allows compatibility with more applications from the Apple App Store.
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