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Apple iPad Mini (Wi-Fi, 16 GB)

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$299.00 - $329.99

Summary: A smaller tablet from Apple with a 7.9-inch screen and Wi-Fi Internet only, running on the iOS 6 operating system. Uses the Apple app store for downloading apps.

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Type: 7- to 8-inch-screen tablets, Wi-Fi-only

Specs
Internal storage (GB) Internal storage; can be expanded with a memory card on most models. Internal storage (GB)	16
Operating system The underlying program that runs the user interface and applications. Operating system	iOS 6
Length (in.) The length of the computer measured to the nearest tenth of an inch. Length (in.)	7.9
Width (in.) The width of the computer measured to the nearest tenth of an inch. Width (in.)	5.3
Depth (in.) The thickness of the tablet to the nearest 0.01 inch. Depth (in.)	0.28
Camera MP Megapixel of the camera. Camera MP	5
Webcam MP Megapixel of webcam. Webcam MP	1.2

Features
Memory-card reader Has a slot for a standard memory card (usually a micro-SD) to store or transfer files. Memory-card reader	No
Webcam A front-facing video camera for video chat. Webcam	Yes
Camera A rear-facing camera for shooting photos or video recordings. Camera	Yes
GPS Can receive satellite data for precise navigation. GPS	No
Optional folding keyboard Custom-designed keyboard+trackpad docking unit that folds like a laptop, available at extra cost. Optional folding keyboard	No
Fingerprint-resistant screen Screen coating reduces adhesion of skin oils and makes cleaning easier. Fingerprint-resistant screen	Yes
Approved app market Can access a rich variety of apps authorized by the operating system manufacturer. Approved app market	Yes
Capacitive touchscreen A capacitive touchscreen requires less pressure and is more precise than the resistive type, but cannot sense gloved fingers. Capacitive touchscreen	Yes
Detachable carrying case Includes a detachable carrying case. Detachable carrying case	No
Swype-capable keyboard Offers an alternative way to type by sliding a finger to each letter in a word. Swype-capable keyboard	No

Connections
Cellular data Can use a wireless carrier's data plan to connect to the Internet. Cellular data	No
Act as Wi-Fi hotspot Can use a cellular carrier's data plan to connect other devices to the Internet. Act as Wi-Fi hotspot	No

Additional Information (The information below has been supplied by an external source.)

General Information
Manufacturer	Apple, Inc
Manufacturer Website Address	www.apple.com
Product Line	iPad mini
Product Model	MD531LL/A
Product Name	iPad mini MD531LL/A Tablet
Product Type	Tablet

Processor & Chipset
Processor Manufacturer	Apple
Processor Type	A5
Processor Core	Dual-core (2 Core)

Storage
Flash Memory Capacity	16 GB
Optical Drive Type	No

Display & Graphics
Screen Mode	XGA
Display Screen Type	Active Matrix TFT Color LCD
Aspect Ratio	4:3
Screen Resolution	1024 x 768
Backlight Technology	LED
Display Screen Technology	In-plane Switching (IPS) Technology
Touchscreen	Yes
Multi-touch Screen	Yes

Network & Communication
Wi-Fi	Yes
Wi-Fi Standard	IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Standard	Bluetooth 4.0

Input Devices
Front Camera/Webcam	Yes

Software
Operating System Platform	iOS

Physical Characteristics
Color	White, Silver
Form Factor	Slate
Height	7.9"
Width	5.3"
Depth	0.3"
Weight (Approximate)	10.88 oz

Miscellaneous
Package Contents	iPad mini MD531LL/A Tablet Lightning to USB Cable USB Power Adapter

Warranty
Limited Warranty	1 Year

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