What's New?: EveryMac.com

What's New? @ EveryMac.com (Archive)

Also see: Current What's New?

EveryMac.com is updated on a regular basis. To be notified of site updates, sign up for EveryMac.com's convenient twice monthly e-mail list.

27 October 2024

This update of EveryMac.com features complete details and benchmarks for the new iPad mini "A17 Pro" lineup as well as a comprehensive update to the iPad mini Q&A to not only completely cover the latest models, but also to help you get more out of older ones. EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup has been updated, too.

Photo Credit: Apple, Inc. (iPad mini A17 Pro)

The iPad mini Q&A answers "What are the major differences between the iPad mini A17 Pro and the iPad mini 6 replaced? Are they actually similar?" and "How can you add external storage to the iPad mini? Which iPad mini models work with which types of storage?" and many other questions about new and old iPad mini models alike.

EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup has been updated with additional identifiers for Macs and devices from hands-on inspection and submissions by helpful readers. Thank you very much to those who contribute info. It's appreciated always.

If you bought, or buy, a new iPad mini, please get in touch and send in its identifiers. Non-personal information can be added to EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup to help with model identification and differentiation. Thank you.

For those interested in saving money on a new iPad mini, site sponsor Adorama has current models in stock with free shipping. Adorama likewise has a dwindling number of discontinued models at closeout prices up to US$50 off, but only while supplies last.

For even more savings, site sponsor OWC has many used and refurbished iPad models, including still current options, at significant discounts.

New Q&As

A selection of Q&As since the last major site update include:

What are all the differences between the iPad mini A17 Pro and the iPad mini 6 replaced? Are they actually similar?
Which iPad mini models support Apple Pencil? Which Apple Pencil models are compatible with which iPad mini models?
How can you add external storage to the iPad mini? Which iPad mini models work with what types of storage?
What is the best external keyboard for the iPad mini? Does the iPad mini even support an external keyboard?
Which iPad mini models support physical SIM cards? Which only support eSIM?

For all new Q&As, please refer to EveryMac.com's Recently Added Q&As listing.

Today in Mac History

Select dates in Mac History since the last major site update include:

October 19, 2005: The final Power Mac G5.
October 21, 1991: The PowerBook 100, codesigned by Sony.
October 23, 2001: The original iPod.
October 25, 1993: The black all-in-one Mac TV.

For additional history, see EveryMac.com's Mac History section.

Additions & Changes:

Comprehensively updated the iPad mini Q&A to completely cover the latest models, current iOS support details, new upgrade options, and more.

Added complete specs, identifiers, and benchmarks:

Updated specification listings:

Updated site features:

If you would like to advertise on EveryMac.com, please use the Contact page. If you find the site valuable, consider becoming an EveryMac.com Supporter, too.

<< Previous What's New?

Established in 1996, EveryMac.com has been created by experts with decades of experience with Apple hardware. EveryMac.com includes, and always has included, original research incorporating detailed, hands-on inspection of packaging, computers, and devices as well as extensive real-world use. All information is provided in good faith, but no website or person is perfect. Accordingly, EveryMac.com is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind whatsoever. EveryMac.com, and the authors thereof, shall not be held responsible or liable, under any circumstances, for any damages resulting from the use or inability to use the information within. For complete disclaimer and copyright information please read and understand the Terms of Use and the Privacy Policy before using EveryMac.com. Copying, scraping, or use of any content without expressed permission is not allowed, although links to any page are welcomed and appreciated.