Apple iPad mini (2021)
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Trade in and save up to $180.
Save $279.99 with 5G iPhone purchase.
This device supports 5G UW mid-band (C-band) only, 5G Nationwide and 4G LTE.
Reviews
4.5
270 reviews
91% of reviewers recommend this product.
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Battery life
10 hrs. of surfing the web on Wi-Fi or watching video | Up to 9 hrs. of surfing the web using cellular data network
Battery life
Up to 9 hrs.
Battery life
Up to 9 hrs.
Battery life
Up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi or watching video
Screen
Screen
11-inch (diagonal) LED backlit Multi-Touch display with IPS technology
Screen
12.9-inch (diagonal) mini-LED backlit Multi-Touch display with IPS technology
Screen
10.9-inch (diagonal) LED backlit Multi-Touch display with IPS technology
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Storage
64 GB, 256 GB (Subject to availability)
Storage
512 GB, 128 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 256 GB (Subject to availability)
Storage
2 TB (Subject to availability)
Storage
256 GB, 64 GB (Subject to availability)
Rear camera
Rear camera
Rear camera
Rear camera
12MP Wide camera, ƒ/1.8 aperture | Digital zoom up to 5x | Five-element lens | Autofocus with Focus Pixels
Colors
Colors
Colors
Colors
2. 5G Ultra Wideband available in select areas. 5G Nationwide available in 2,700+ cities.
3. Accessories sold separately.
4. Battery life varies by use and configuration. See apple.com/batteries for more information.
5. FaceTime calling requires a FaceTime-enabled device for the caller and recipient and a Wi Fi connection. Availability over a cellular network depends on carrier policies; data charges may apply.
6. Apps are available on the App Store. Title availability is subject to change.
Work wonders with ease.
All-screen design. Stunning all around.
Small is the new powerful.
Upload. Download. On the road.
Ultra Wide camera. Ultrafun possibilities.
Apple Pencil. Smart Folio. Everyday essentials.
Work wonders with ease.
All-screen design. Stunning all around.
Design
Colors
Space Gray, Pink, Purple, Starlight (Subject to availability)
Screen
8.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit Multi-Touch display with IPS technology
Height
7.69 in.
Width
5.3 in.
Depth
0.25 in.
Accessibility
Overall
Accessibility Shortcut, Siri, Guided Access, Per App Settings
Auditory
Made for iPhone hearing devices, Sound Recognition, Headphone Accommodations, Live Captions
Mobility/Cognitive
Voice Control, Switch Control, AssistiveTouch
Visual
VoiceOver, Zoom, Color Filters, Spoken Content
Network
Wi-fi
Yes
FCC ID
BCGA2568
Global & Roaming Network
UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz)
5G Nationwide
n2/n5/n48/n66
5G Ultra Wideband
n77 (mid-band / C-band)
Battery
Usage Time
10 hrs. of surfing the web on Wi-Fi or watching video | Up to 9 hrs. of surfing the web using cellular data network
Camera
Front Camera
12MP Ultra Wide, 122° field of view | ƒ/2.4 aperture
Video
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
Performance
Bluetooth
5.0
Storage
64GB and 256GB (Subject to availability)
Operating System
iPadOS 15
Display
Weight
0.66 lbs
SKU#
SKU#
MLX43LL/A
What's in the box
- iPad mini
- USB-C Charge Cable (1 meter)
- 20W USB-C Power Adapter
2. 5G Ultra Wideband available in select areas. 5G Nationwide available in 2,700+ cities.
3. Accessories sold separately.
4. Battery life varies by use and configuration. See apple.com/batteries for more information.
5. FaceTime calling requires a FaceTime-enabled device for the caller and recipient and a Wi Fi connection. Availability over a cellular network depends on carrier policies; data charges may apply.
6. Apps are available on the App Store. Title availability is subject to change.
Apple iPad mini (2021) Reviews
4.5
270 reviews
91% of reviewers recommend this product.
My Go-To ipad
Kandye H . 1 month ago
Size doesn’t matter
2 months ago
iPad Mini
John . 2 months ago
I bought my first iPad and I love it!!!
MMaeadows . 2 months ago
Battery life
Justy . 2 months ago
Perfect size!
Moxie . 3 months ago
NEVER RECIEVED IPAD AND STILL HAVE TO PAY BILL
Gracie . 5 months ago
Mini 2021
James . 5 months ago
Love the color and the new size!!
Rheanna K . 6 months ago
Smooth purchase and trade-in; glitchy iOS updating and data transfer
redhot47fla . 7 months ago
Apple iPad mini (2021) FAQs
Generation . Apr 7, 2024
What generation iPad mini is this
We are showing this is the 2021 model of the iPad Mini. For additional generation assistance, please contact the manufacturer here: https://support.apple.com/contact -Joseph
keyboard . Jan 7, 2024
can this use a keyboard
You can find the designated keyboard(s) for the Apple iPad Mini (2021) through Apple's official accessory page: https://www.apple.com/shop/ipad/accessories/keyboards?fh=35d5%2B357f%2B5f1244&f=ipad9gen2021-ipadmini1&page=1. For more information on the Apple iPad Mini (2021) visit our equipment guide: https://www.verizon.com/tablets/apple-ipad-mini-2021/. ~Gilbert
James Putman . Nov 28, 2023
Does this iPad mini have GPS?
Turn GPS on your Apple iPad mini (6th Generation) iPadOS 15.5 on or off. Your tablet can determine your geographical position using GPS (Global Positioning System). The information about your location can be used by a number of applications on your tablet such as navigation, the search function or weather forecast. -Joe
Brandy . Nov 6, 2023
Does it come with pen
The iPad Mini does not come with a Apple Pen. You can view what’s included via the ‘What’s in the box’ details, in the ‘Specs’ section of the page. -John
Frank . Oct 31, 2023
Can this iPad mini connect to a monitor?
yes You can connect your iPad to an HDMI display or TV with a USB-C to HDMI adapter. Adapters that support HDMI 2.0 can output video from iPad Pro and iPad Air (5th generation) at 4K resolution and 60Hz, while iPad Air (4th generation) and iPad mini (6th generation) can output video at 4K resolution and 30Hz. -Joe
Beth . Sep 16, 2023
can this mini be used as a phone. I need to purchase a phone that is bigger than the 14 that I have
Isabella . Aug 1, 2023
Does this come with the USB-C charging cord and charger box?
Yes, the iPad comes with a charging cable and power adapter. - Lauren
Mark . Jul 31, 2023
What software comes with this device?
https://www.apple.com/ipad-mini/?afid=p238%7CsmdQBD6l6-dc_mtid_1870765e38482_pcrid_644575678740_pgrid_107007425465_pntwk_g_pchan__pexid__&cid=aos-us-kwgo-ipad--slid---product- -Melissa
Michele . Jul 10, 2023
Can the ipad mini 2021 be used as a hotspot?
This iPad can be used to set up a personal hotspot. Here's a link with the steps for doing so: https://support.apple.com/en-eg/HT204023 ~Jesse
Carine . Jul 3, 2023
Is this an Apple iPad Mini (6th Generation): with A15 Bionic chip, 8.3-inch Liquid Retina Display, 256GB, Wi-Fi 6 + 5G Cellular?
You can make and receive calls on your iPad by using Wi-Fi Calling to relay phone calls through your iPhone (iOS 9 or later required). Additional information here: https://www.verizon.com/support/ipad-mini/ ~Maria