October 22nd 2024.
Today marks the highly anticipated release of Apple's newest product. While it may look strikingly similar to its previous version, the real game-changer lies beneath the surface - artificial intelligence, or AI. Apple has been determined to make their mark in the AI world, and they've branded it as "Apple Intelligence." However, as exciting as this may sound, the full potential of Apple Intelligence won't be available to Australians until December.
So, what exactly does this product offer in its current state? Well, it's already a solid purchase, but it's the future updates that will truly elevate it to greatness. The iPad mini's specs show minimal differences from its predecessor, except for improved support for the Apple Pencil, enhanced HDR in photos, upgraded WiFi, and of course, compatibility with Apple Intelligence. However, it's worth noting that the NanoSIM card slot has been replaced by eSIM options.
Speaking of the Apple Pencil, the Pro version offers even more features, such as squeeze and twist controls, as well as a hover function for on-screen controls. This may be a selling point for artists, sketch enthusiasts, and note-takers, but for most users, it may not be worth the upgrade. The true selling point of this product lies in its performance, and it's safe to say that it has made a significant leap from its predecessors.
In fact, when compared to previous models, the performance difference is quite impressive. Benchmark tests between an iPad with an A17 Pro chip in 2024 and the sixth-generation model show a significant increase in GPU and CPU scores. The GPU Metal Score has jumped from 19,833 to 25,333, while the single-core CPU score has increased from 2008 to 2709, and the multi-core score has gone from 4890 to 6813 in Geekbench testing. The AI compute scores are also noteworthy, with the Quantised Geekbench AI score jumping from 1074 to 5435. In simpler terms, this product is lightning fast.
And with that impressive performance, users can fully take advantage of Apple Intelligence in their daily tasks, such as email, writing, and other key apps. The iPad mini with A17 Pro starts at $799 and goes up to $1049 with the 4G/5G option. Plus, with a base-level memory configuration of 128GB (up from 64GB) and the option for 512GB, this product offers plenty of storage for all your needs. Don't wait any longer, the iPad mini with A17 Pro is available for purchase today.
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