Apple’s iPad mini 7 (A17 Pro) from 2024 is now available at a record-low price of $399, making it an excellent option for those seeking a compact iPad. Despite its smaller size, this tablet is capable of delivering impressive performance.
The iPad mini 7 is powered by the same Apple A17 Pro chip found in the iPhone 15 Pro series, providing sufficient processing power for everyday tasks, casual gaming, reading, and streaming content. According to Apple, the battery life of the iPad mini 7 can last up to 10 hours, although our tests showed that it typically lasted around 8 hours, depending on the applications being used.
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The iPad mini 7 is currently on sale for $100 off, marking the lowest price we’ve seen so far.
If you own an Apple Pencil Pro (available separately), this iPad mini supports it, allowing you to start taking notes quickly with just the tap of a button, which opens a blank document. This feature makes it an ideal tool for artists or those who prefer using a tablet stylus.
Despite the absence of features such as Face ID or higher refresh rates, the iPad mini 7 remains a convenient and powerful device that can be taken anywhere, earning it a spot on our list of the best iPads.
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