The first set of Apple Intelligence features will be available later this month
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Apple announced the new iPad mini with the A17 Pro chip and Apple Intelligence. Source: Apple
Apple on Tuesday announced the next-generation iPad Mini with new AI features aimed at increasing productivity and simplifying workflows.
Powered by the advanced A17 Pro chip, the new iPad Mini is the first in the series to support Apple’s upcoming Apple Intelligence suite.
Originally introduced in iPhone 15 Pro, the A17 Pro chip significantly upgrades iPad Mini’s performance, delivering faster processing speeds, improved graphics performance, and more efficient processing for demanding applications.
Apple says an advanced processor is essential to run Apple Intelligence. The first set of Apple Intelligence features will be available later this month in the U.S. English version of iPadOS 18.1 for iPads with A17 Pro, M1 chip and newer models.
According to the company, Apple Intelligence provides context-aware suggestions while ensuring user privacy.
This personalized intelligence system offers a variety of features, including:
- Authoring tools to rewrite, proofread, and summarize text across apps, including emails, notes, pages, and supported third-party applications.
- Siri has been enhanced to give users more natural and flexible interactions with Siri, with improved language understanding, context awareness, and command input options.
- Memory improvements make it easier to create custom movie memories by entering a description and using new cleanup tools to remove unwanted objects from your photos.
Apple plans to roll out more AI-powered features in the coming months, including integration with Image Playground, Image Wand, Genmoji, Personalized Siri, and ChatGPT.
New iPad Mini
The new iPad Mini features a 30% faster CPU and 25% faster GPU than its predecessor, allowing you to run photo editing, gaming, and augmented reality use cases faster.
It also features faster Wi-Fi 6E and 5G connectivity for faster downloads and streaming. Additionally, the upgraded USB-C port supports up to 10Gbps data transfer.
The 12MP wide rear camera takes photos in Smart HDR 4, and AI-powered features automatically detect and scan documents in the camera app. For video calling, there is a 12MP ultra-wide front camera and Center Stage tracking.
Apple Pencil Pro features pressure sensitivity and roll gestures for precise control.
“There’s no other device in the world like iPad mini,” said Bob Borchers, Apple’s vice president of worldwide product marketing. “iPad mini brings powerful performance and versatility to our most portable design.” They are loved as a combination.”
“iPad mini appeals to a wide range of users and is built for Apple Intelligence, delivering intelligent new features that are powerful, personal and private. Powerful A17 Pro chip, faster connectivity, and Apple Pencil. The new iPad mini with Pro support delivers the complete iPad experience in our most portable design at an incredible price.”
iPad Mini will start shipping to customers in the UK with a starting price of £499, and will be available for purchase through Apple Stores and Apple Authorized Resellers from October 23rd.
