Name: iPad mini 3 (Wi-Fi/Cellular)
Brand: Apple
Price: 100.00 SGD
Availability: InStock

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This iPad mini 3 model (A1601) only was sold in mainland China and is intended for use on China Mobile. Unlike the global cellular iPad mini 3 (A1600), the A1601 model supports TD-SCDMA (1900 (F), 2000 (A)) and TD-LTE (bands 38, 39, and 40), but it does not support CDMA Rev. B nor the assortment of LTE bands that the global model provides.

The iPad mini 3 models -- including this China only model (A1601) -- are quite similar to the previously introduced iPad mini 2 models, but have a white and gold colored housing option (in addition to white and silver and black and space gray) and include a "Touch ID" fingerprint sensor. They have a variety of different identifiers, too.

The iPad mini 3 models feature a 7.9" 2048x1536 (326 ppi) LED-backlit IPS touch-sensitive display, a dual core 1.3 GHz Apple A7 processor, 1 GB of RAM, and 16 GB, 64 GB, or 128 GB of flash memory storage.

Other notable features include dual cameras -- a rear-mounted 5 megapixel "iSight" camera capable of shooting stills and 1080p video and a front-mounted 1.2 megapixel "FaceTime HD" camera capable of shooting stills and 720p video, dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi with MIMO capability and Bluetooth 4.0, as well as dual microphones and speakers. Connectivity to computers, if desired, and power is provided by the Lightning port.

The battery life of this iPad mini 3 model is reportedly 10 hours "surfing the web on Wi-Fi, watching video, or listening to music." or nine hours of surfing the web using cellular data capabilities.

Introduction Date:

October 16, 2014*

Discontinued Date:

September 9, 2015

Processors:

1 (2 Cores)

Geekbench 2 (32):

2274

Geekbench 3 (32):

1033

Geekbench 3 (32):

1841

Geekbench 3 (64):

1385

Geekbench 3 (64):

2496

Geekbench 4 (SC):

1242

Geekbench 4 (MC):

2106

Geekbench 5 (SC):

259

Geekbench 5 (MC):

492

Processor Speed:

1.3 GHz*

Processor Type:

Apple A7

Onboard RAM:

1 GB*

Storage Capacity:

16, 64, 128 GB

Details:

*Apple releases no official information regarding the amount of onboard RAM although software and hardware analysis has determined it has 1 GB of RAM.

Also see: Is it possible to add external storage to the iPad mini models? How?

USB Support:

Sync & Charge (Lightning)

Firewire Support:

None

Connectivity:

USB

Ports:

Lightning, Headphone

Case Type:

Tablet/Slate

Form Factor:

iPad mini 3

Housing Color:

Black or White*

Controller:

Multi-touch

Built-in Display:

7.9" Color*

Display Resolution:

2048x1536 (326 ppi)

Details:

*The iPad mini 3 models have a 7.9" IPS LED-backlit 2048 by 1536 display (326 ppi) with an "oleophobic" (oil repellent) coating. They also provide video mirroring and video out support up to 1080p using the "Lightning Digital AV Adapter" and the "Lightning to VGA Adapter."

Also see: Can the iPad models be used as an external display for a Mac or PC? How?

In the UK, site sponsor ALB Repair offers component-level logic board repair, display repair, and other repair services for this iPad. No fix, no fee!

In Spain, site sponsor iRepairs provides affordable repair and data recovery services. In-person and by mail repair services include the display, motherboard, charging port, and more for this iPad.

In Singapore, site sponsor Esmond Service Centre provides highly regarded repairs for the display, battery, home button, water damage issues, and more, all with a free estimate and fast turnaround for this iPad.

Standard Wireless:

802.11a/b/g/n (MIMO)*

Standard Bluetooth:

4.0

Details:

*All iPad mini 3 configurations support 802.11a/b/g/n on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies (dual band) as well as MIMO.

Cell Network:

GSM/TD-LTE*

Camera:

5 Megapixels**

Battery Type:

Lithium Polymer (23.8 Whr)

Battery Life (Music):

9-10 Hours*

Details:

*Apple estimates that this iPad mini 3 provides "up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi, watching video, or listening to music" and 9 hours "surfing the web using [a] cellular data network."

In Australia, site sponsor Macfixit sells replacement batteries -- as well as glass covers, displays, and other parts and repair tools -- for this iPad.

Battery Life (Voice):

N/A

Standby Time:

N/A

Apple Order No:

MGPW2CH/A*

Apple Subfamily:

iPad mini 3 (Wi-Fi + Cellular, China)

Details:

*MGPW2CH/A refers to the configuration in white/silver with 16 GB of storage intended for China Mobile. In white/silver with 64 GB of storage and 128 GB of storage, the order numbers are MGQ12CH/A and MGQ32CH/A, respectively. In white/gold, with 16 GB, 64 GB, and 128 GB of storage, the order numbers are MGYY2CH/A, MGYW2CH/A, and MH012CH/A, respectively. Finally, in black/space gray, with 16 GB, 64 GB, and 128 GB of storage, the order numbers are MGPV2CH/A, MGQ02CH/A, and MGQ22CH/A, respectively.

Apple Model No:

A1601 (EMC 2849*)

Model ID:

iPad4,9

Details:

The Model Number (external) is unique to this model.

*Please note that the EMC number is not externally listed on this device.

Also see: All iPhones with the A1601 Model Number, the 2849* EMC Number, and the iPad4,9 Model Identifier.

Pre-Installed OS:

iOS 8.1 (12B410)

Maximum OS:

iOS 12.5.5*

Details:

*With the exception of "Health" functionality, this model is fully supported by iOS 8.1 and higher. It is supported by iOS 9, but lacks support for the "Split View" interface feature. It is supported by iOS 10, although it does not support the Raise to Wake or Ride-Booking features. It is supported by the current version of iOS 11. It is supported by the last version of iOS 12, as well, with the exception of the Memoji, Camera Effects, ARKit 2, and Siri Suggestions features. It is not supported by iOS 13 or subsequent versions of the iOS.

Also see: Which iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad models support iOS 12? Do some models "partially" support iOS 12? Which ones?

Dimensions:

7.87 x 5.3 x 0.29

Avg. Weight:

0.75 lbs. (341 g)

Mac Support:

Mac OS X 10.6.8

Windows Support:

Windows XP SP2/Vista/7/8

Audio Support:

Apple reports that the iPad mini 3 models support "AAC (8 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), HE-AAC, MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX, and AAX+), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV."

Photo Support:

N/A

Video Support:

Apple reports that the iPad mini 3 models support "H.264 video up to 1080p, 60 frames per second, High Profile level 4.2 with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; MPEG-4 video up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps per channel, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; Motion JPEG (M-JPEG) up to 35 Mbps, 1280 by 720 pixels, 30 frames per second, audio in ulaw, PCM stereo audio in .avi file format."

Incl. Accessories:

The iPad mini 3 models also include a Lightning to USB cable and USB power adapter.

In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells accessories like cases, stands, keyboards, speakers and more for this iPad.

In Australia, site sponsor Macfixit sells cases, stands, chargers, docks and even parts for this iPad.

Original Price:

N/A*

Est. Current Retail:

N/A

Details:

*This model was not sold in the United States. In China, it originally was RMB 3,788, RMB 4,488, and RMB 5,188 for 16 GB, 64 GB, and 128 GB of storage, respectively.