Mid-rangeSold officially in UAE
iPad mini (A17 Pro)
Apple · Released October 2024
UAE price
From AED 2,499
Apple RRP, Wi-Fi 128GB. Checked October 2026.
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Our verdictBuy it for the size. If size doesn't matter, the iPad (A16) gives you a bigger screen for less.
Best for: Readers, pilots and cabin crew, note-takers on the move.
Pros and cons
Why buy it
- Fits in one hand and most bags
- Supports Apple Pencil Pro
Think twice if…
- AED 500 more than the bigger iPad (A16)
- Small screen for split-screen work
Key specs
| Display | 8.3-inch Liquid Retina (IPS LCD) |
|---|---|
| Chip | A17 Pro |
| RAM | Not published by Apple |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB |
| Rear cameras | 12MP wide |
| Front camera | 12MP Center Stage |
| Battery | Up to 10 hours web or video (Apple claim) |
| Weight | 293g (Wi-Fi) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6E; 5G models available |
| Stylus | Apple Pencil Pro or Apple Pencil (USB-C), sold separately |
| Durability | No water-resistance rating |
| Software | iPadOS 27 |
