Most Frequently Asked iPad mini Q&As:

What are all the differences between the current iPad mini 5th Gen and the iPad mini 4 replaced?

What is the best external keyboard for the iPad mini? Does the iPad mini even support an external keyboard? What about an external mouse?

How fast is the iPad mini 5th Gen compared to earlier iPad mini models? How fast is it compared to the iPad Air and iPad Pro?

Do the iPad mini models support pen input? Which iPad mini models? What pens are compatible? Is there a cheaper option than Apple's Pencil?

What are all the differences between the iPad mini 5th Gen and the iPad Air 3rd Gen? Which is best for my needs?

What operating system does the iPad mini use? Which iPad mini models support which versions of the iOS?

Which iPad mini models have a SIM card? Which iPad mini models use which type of SIM? Nano? Apple SIM?

What are the "pros and cons" of the iPad mini line? Is one the best iPad for me?

Which iPad mini models support cellular networking? What are the differences between the cellular networking on each model?

How much internal storage do the iPad mini models have? Is it possible to add external storage? Which external storage option is best for my needs?

For all iPad mini Q&As, check out the iPad mini Q&A (Home). Also see the iPad Q&A, iPad Air Q&A, and iPad Pro Q&A. For other Apple hardware, visit the EveryMac.com Q&A section.