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e think the iPad mini is Apples best iPad to

date. It may not be the largest, fastest, or

most powerful but its the lightest, most

portable, and nicest iPad weve ever held.

Niceness is hard thing to benchmark test, which is

perhaps why you dont read about it in many reviews. But

its clearly important, which is why Apple sells so many.

The iPad mini is ludicrously thin and light (only 308

grams), which makes it perfect for carrying around all day.

The 7.9in display is fantastic for reading books, watching

movies, or playing games. And its super slinky frame

ensures that its easy to hold for extended periods (which

the 10-hour solid battery life happily provide).

Its hard to determine all the choices and balances

Apple has made. But you get the feeling that its made

the right ones. And with its lower price point you get the

feeling that this is the best iPad for the price too.

Apples going to have a runaway success with the iPad

mini, and if youre lucky enough to own one youll find

this guide to using an iPad mini a great companion. Weve

been using iPads for a while now, and have had plenty of

time to get to know their myriad of intricacies, and hidden

features. They iPad mini is a surprisingly powerful piece of

kit. We hope you enjoy using it as much we do.

Mark Hattersley, Editor in chief


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The complete guide6 Everything iPad miniEverything you ever needed, or wanted, to know about Apples latest iPad device

Features14 Inside the new iPad miniWe take a new iPad mini apart to see whats on the inside

18 Speed testing the new iPadDiscover just how fast the new iPad mini is compared to other iOS devices

20 Get to know 4G LTEActivate the next-wave of mobile internet on the iPad mini

Buyers guide22 Hot iPad accessoriesFrom cases to stands to styluses check out the best add-ons

28 Must-have apps Add yet more functionality to your iPad with the nest apps

Final word80 Steve Jobs and the 1927 New York YankeesWhat do they have in common?

Tutorials36 Setting up your new iPad40 Syncing without wires44 Set up iCloud60 Using iTunes Match

52 Downloading apps56 Reading books60 Buying magazines64 Watching videos68 Playing music72 Taking photos76 Editing photos

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The fi rst thing that hits you is how light it is

T he iPad mini is a strong contender for Apples best product yet.In terms of design the iPad mini is a fairly easy concept to understand: its an iPad but smaller, much lighter, and with a compelling asking price starting at just 269. Whats not to love?

But dont think the iPad mini is a stripped back model. Despite its diminutive stature, the iPad minis internal components are reminiscent of the iPad 2 model that on sale. Externally, however, the iPad mini has a lot in common with the latest generation of iPhone and iPod touch.

Like the iPhone 5 the fi rst thing that hits you about the iPad mini is how incredibly thin and light it is. The bezel between the screen and edge of device is also much smaller on the iPad mini. You can hold it with one hand: either by grasping both sides of the iPad mini like an iPhone, or by clasping one side. Unlike the iPad, which is very much a two-handed or rest-on-lap aff air, the light weight ensures that it can be held in the one hand.

Aside from the thinner styling and smaller bezel the iPad mini is remarkably similar to the full-sized iPad. It runs the same iOS interface, all the same apps, and has the same button layout. This article is designed to get you up and running with using the iPad mini.

Getting to know the

iPad miniiPad mini gives you all of an iPad at half the sizeBy Dan Frakes

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Get to know your way around the iPad mini

Headphone jackHeadphone jackThis is a standard This is a standard 3.5mm audio jack 3.5mm audio jack found on most devices (including devices (including the iPod and iPhone).the iPod and iPhone).

7.9in display7.9in displayThe iPad mini has The iPad mini has a 7.9in display with a 7.9in display with 1024 x 768 pixels at 1024 x 768 pixels at the same 4:3 aspect the same 4:3 aspect ratio as every other ratio as every other iPad that precedes it. iPad that precedes it. It runs the same iPad It runs the same iPad interface, and apps, interface, and apps, but everything is just but everything is just a little bit smaller.a little bit smaller.

Multi-Touch Multi-Touch interface Unlike Unlike a laptop, the iPad a laptop, the iPad mini lacks a physical mini lacks a physical keyboard, instead keyboard, instead you interact with the you interact with the device by tapping and device by tapping and swiping the display.swiping the display.

FaceTime camera This camera on the front works with FaceTime video chat so other people can see your face.

Home screenThe Home screen contains app icons, and folders. Tap an icon to launch an app, while tapping folders reveals the apps contained inside. Swiping left and right on the Home screen displays diff erent sets of apps and folders (which you can organise yourself ).

Home buttonThe only physical button on the front of the iPad mini is this one. Press it to return to the Home screen at any time.



Get to know your way around the iPad mini

iSight cameraThis 5-megapixel camera can shoot high-defi nition video and still images.Side switch

This switch is used by default to lock the rotation (so the iPad stays in horizontal or vertical mode). You can also switch its function in Settings to act as a mute switch for the iPadsvolume, if you prefer.

Volume buttonsThese side buttons adjust the iPads volume setting.

Sim card slotThe iPad (Wi-Fi + Cellular) uses a nano-SIM card, which nano-SIM card, which can be inserted and can be inserted and removed using the SIM card tool or a paperclip. The iPad paperclip. The iPad mini can connect to mini can connect to regular 3G networks regular 3G networks or the new 4G/LTE networks.

SpeakerSpeakerYoull fi nd the two Youll fi nd the two speaker grills on the speaker grills on the bottom of the iPad.bottom of the iPad.

Lightning ConnectorLightning ConnectorThe iPad uses Apples The iPad uses Apples Lightning dock Lightning dock connector to hook up connector to hook up to your computer and to your computer and other accessories.other accessories.

Sleep/Wake buttonPress this button to lock your iPad minis screen. (The iPad will still receive emails and play music, but the screen itself will be off ). If its already locked, you can press this button and slide a fi nger across the screen to wake it up.


Get to know your symbolsStatus symbols let you know whats going on with the iPad mini

Like a Macs menu bar, the top of the new iPad minis screen displays a number of status icons shorthand for various settings and connections. The icons that tell you what phone, Internet or other connection your device is making are visible in the upper left-hand corner, while icons in charge of the devices other functions appear on the right. With the help of this handy guide, you can learn what each symbol means.

Signal strength These bars reflect the network and voice signal in your area. They fluctuate between one bar (little

to no service) and five (strongest reception).

Wi-Fi strength Youll see this fan-shaped symbol if youre connected to a nearby Wi-Fi network. The stronger the local

signal is, the larger the array ofbars youll see.

Bluetooth Turn on Bluetooth, and youll see this icon. By default, the symbol is gray, but if you make a Bluetooth connection, it will turn blue.

VPN If you are connected to a Virtual Private Network (VPN), this icon will appear.

Airplane mode If you turn on Airplane mode in Settings, your phone will turn off all Internet and Bluetooth connections, and youll see this icon. While in

Airplane mode, you can still use Wi-Fi.

Processing icon When your iPad mini is trying to make a network connection, it says: Searching in the upper-left corner. This circle appears if its syncing something

over your network, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

Battery status In the upper-right corner of your iPad mini is the battery status icon, which shows how much charge your

iPad mini battery has. If your battery is charging, youll see a small lightning bolt.

Location services When an application such as Maps is using location services on your iPad mini, this purple pointer will appear to the left of the battery icon.

Play button If youre playing an audio track in iTunes, this triangle will appear to the left of the battery icon in the menu bar. If your music is paused, no icon will appear.

Alarm clock When you have an alarm set in the Clock app, this small clock appears to the right of the time in the iPad mini menu bar.

Lock When your iPad mini is locked, this lock icon appears on the top of your tablets screen, replacing the time.

Orientation lock You can lock your iPad mini display in Portrait mode by double-clicking the Home button and scrolling to the left in

the multitasking bar.



Get to know your gesturesDiscover how to interact with the iPad mini with these finger gestures

Although Apple has designed the iPad mini (and the iPhone, iPod touch) to be simple to learn, sometimes you may want a primer on the basics. Heres a detailed breakdown of all the major Multi-Touch gestures, navigation options, Home screen tips and tricks and multitasking features youll need to master your iOS device.

Gestures and techniquesIf youve never before owned a Multi-Touch device from Apple, you may be unfamiliar with crazy phrases like pinch-to-zoom and the difference between flick and swipe. Have no fear: While some of these gestures may have odd names, theyre easy enough to pick up.

Tap, hold, and drag: For some functions, such as highlighting text, copying and pasting or deleting and moving apps, youll need to tap and hold down on the screen. When you do this on a piece of text, it will highlight in blue, and editing handles vertical lines with blue dots will appear on either side of the highlighted area. You can tap, hold and, while holding down, drag your finger to increase or decrease the selection.

Flick and swipe: Swiping is one of your primary navigational tools. You use a left or right swipe to move through app pages on your Home screen or images in the Photos app; you use an up or down swipe to read text in Safari, iBooks, Newsstand or elsewhere. Its one of the easiest gestures to learn.

Double-tap: Tap an object twice in succession to effect a double-tap. Double-taps are primarily used for zooming in or out on text.

Rotate: You can even rotate some elements with two or more fingers. Just place two fingers on the screen and make a circular gesture, clockwise or counterclockwise.

Tap: As clicking is to a desktop computer, so is tapping to an iOS device. Tapping is the most common and basic gesture.

Pinch: To zoom in or to open something, place your thumb and index finger, pinched together, on screen and spread them apart. To zoom out, do the reverse.


Get to know the Home screenDiscover how to navigate and customise your iPad minis main screen

Now that youve taken your first step into the iOS world with Multi-Touch gestures, its time to learn how to navigate your new iPad mini. Well go over where your apps are stored, how to organise them, search for them anddelete them.

The Home screen When you first turn on your device, youre brought to the Home screen. Here, youll see an assortment of icons grouped into rows, and several more icons grouped in the silver Dock along the bottom of the screen. The Homescreen is where your apps live, and where you can launch them.

The Dock. The grey translucent bar along the bottom of your Home screen is called the Dock. If youve tried swiping between app pages, youll notice the icons in the Dock dont change from one app page to the next; this is because the Dock is for the most frequently used apps (up to six apps).

Search in Spotlight Swipe right on your Home screen to reach Spotlight. (If youre on the first Home screen page, pressing your Home button also summons the Spotlight screen.) To search, just type your query in the text box at the top.

Open and close an app. To open an app, all you have to do is tap its icon. Once its open, you can return to the Home screen at any time by pressing the Home button.

Rearrange and delete apps. To rearrange the order of your icons, tap and hold any icon on the Home screen. After a few seconds, all your app icons, including the one youre holding, will start to wiggle, and a small black X will pop up in each icons top-left corner. Once they do this, you can rearrange any apps on the Home screen, or even drag them into or out of the Dock. If youve installed a third-party app you dont want any more, you can tap the X to delete it (you cant delete the apps that came pre-installed on your device). When youre finished, press the Home button, and your icons will stop wiggling and stay in their new location.

Use folders. A folder is a group of apps, represented by a single icon, on your Home screen. To create a folder, start by tapping and holding any app icon to enter Edit mode; after the icons begin to wiggle, drag an app on top of another app. When you release the app, youll create a folder, which will open and display both apps.

The multitasking bar. Switch between apps by bringing up the multitasking bar and quickly double-press the Home button; a bar below the Dock will rise up with the apps most recently run. To switch to a different app, tap its icon.

Multitasking shortcuts. Swipe right on the multitasking bar for further controls: rotation lock, adjust brightness, control music, adjust volume, and access the Music app.

Edit apps Tap and hold on an app icon to enter Edit mode to be able to rearrange your apps, add them to folders and delete them from your device

Tasking apps Double press the Home button to pull up your devices multitasking bar



Under the hood of the iPad miniThe technology that makes up the iPad minis remarkable power

The Dual A5 ProcessorThe iPad mini uses the 1GHz dual A5 processor and 512MB RAM, which puts it on a par performance-wise with the iPad 2 and iPhone 4S. This means that the iPad mini can run all the games and apps that the iPad 2 can, and our speed testing (page 18) shows it provides amazing performance for such a small device.

Twin cameras

The iPad mini boasts two cameras, one on the rear called iSight and one on the front called FaceTime HD. The iSight camera takes 5MP snaps with a f/2.4 aperture and a fi ve-element lens for pretty good shots; FaceTime HD takes 1.2MP shots. Both can also record 1080p high-defi nition video. Apple incorporates autofocus, backside illumination, and face detection to improve shots. It also using the iPad minis Location Services feature to geotag photos so you know where they were taken. When taking pictures or video you can tap anywhere on the screen to focus on a person or object in shot.

Wi-Fi and 4G LTE connectivityThere are two iPad mini devices on sale. One with 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi (802.11n 2.4GHz and 5GHz); and one that also has Cellular. The Cellular model can use GSM/EDGE, UMTS, HSPA+ and the new DC-HSDPA (which is the fastest 3G connection) and LTE (which is the new 4G option). The LTE now works in the UK and new service provider (EE) has 4G/LTE SIM cards available.

Tasking apps Double press the Home button to pull up your devices multitasking bar

Tasking apps Double press the Home button to pull up your devices multi-tasking bar

134.7 mm

200 mm

7.2 mm

Weight: 308 g (312 g for Wi-Fi + Cellular model)


The iPad mini specifications

iPAD mini WIFI iPAD mini WIFI & Cellular

Dimensions 200 mm x 134.7 mm x 7.2 mm 200 mm x 134.7 mm x 7.2 mm

Weight 308 g 312 g

Price 269 (16GB); 349 (32GB); 429 (64GB) 369 (16GB); 449 (32GB); 529 (64GB)

Wireless802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi (802.11n 2.4GHz and 5GHz); Bluetooth 4.0

GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz)LTE (Bands 4 and 17); 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi (802.11n 2.4GHz and 5GHz); Bluetooth 4.0

Display7.9-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit Multi-Touchdisplay with IPS technology ;1024-by-768 resolution at 163 pixels per inch (ppi)

7.9-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit Multi-Touchdisplay with IPS technology ;1024-by-768 resolution at 163 pixels per inch (ppi)

Chipset 1GHz dual-core Apple A5 32nm; 512MB RAM 1GHz dual-core Apple A5 32nm; 512MB RAM

Cameras

FaceTime HD Camera: 1.2MP photos, 720p HD video; iSight Camera: 5MP photos, Hybrid IR filter, f/2.4 ap-erture; 1080p video recording; Face Detection, Video stabilization, Backside illumination, Tap to focus

FaceTime HD Camera: 1.2MP photos, 720p HD video; iSight Camera: 5MP photos, Hybrid IR filter, f/2.4 ap-erture; 1080p video recording; Face Detection, Video stabilization, Backside illumination, Tap to focus

Battery16.3-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery offering around 10 hours of life

16.3-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery offering around 10 hours of life (9 hours on Cellular data network)

Input/outputLightning dock connector port; 3.5-mm stereo head-phone minijack; built-in speaker; microphone

Lightning dock connector port; 3.5-mm stereo headphone minijack; built-in speaker; microphone; nano-SIM card tray

Sensors Three-axis gyro; accelerometer; ambient light sensor Three-axis gyro; accelerometer; ambient light sensor

Location Wi-fi triangulation; digital compassWi-fi triangulation; cellular network triangulation; assisted GPS; digital compass

Audio playback

Formats: HE-AAC (V1 and V2), AAC (8 to 320 Kbps), protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, and 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX, and AAX+), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV. Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound pass-through with Digital AV Adapter (sold separately)

Formats: HE-AAC (V1 and V2), AAC (8 to 320 Kbps), protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, and 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX, and AAX+), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV. Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound pass-through with Digital AV Adapter (sold separately)

Video playback

Formats: H.264 video up to 1080p, 30 frames per second, Main Profile level 3.1 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, 1,280 by 720 pixels, 30 frames per second, audio in ulaw

Formats: H.264 video up to 1080p, 30 frames per second, Main Profile level 3.1 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, 1,280 by 720 pixels, 30 frames per second, audio in ulaw

Comes withLightning to USB cable, 10W USB power adapter, Documentation

Lightning to USB cable, 10W USB power adapter, Documentation

Environmental requirementsOperating temperature: 0 to 35C. Maximum operat-ing altitude: 3,000m

Operating temperature: 0 to 35C. Maximum operat-ing altitude: 3,000m

Apple iPad mini


Feature: Inside the iPad mini

Inside Apples smallest iPad Apples smallest screws, and more! By iFixit.comInside the iPad mini

The iPad mini is a technological marvel. Apple has managed to take all the incredible power of the iPad, and crammed it into a smaller, lighter frame. Apple has incredibly high standards of manufacturing, and this teardown (courtesy of our friends at www.i xit.com) reveals all the inside components.While we know a lot of what to expect from the iPad mini, there are a few surprises along the way. Apple

has taken much of its manufacturing to new levels, with thinner and smaller components, and tiny screws. Theres also far more glue holding everything together than wed like, and like many of Apples recent products its going be hard to repair.

Apple is typically reticent about releasing too much information about its products, but unlike most products viewing beneath the surface doesnt ruin the experience. The iPad mini is as beautiful on the inside as it is on the outside. Lets take a look

Tech specsWhat do you get when you cram an iPad into a smaller and lighter frame? 7.9in 1024 x 768 pixel (163 ppi) multi-touch display Dual-core A5 processor 5 megapixel rear-facing and 1.2 megapixel front-facing

cameras Bluetooth 4.0 Lightning connector 16, 32, or 64 GB capacity

3: Screws upAfter dispatching two hidden screws and two exposed screws with our 54 Bit Driver Kit, we are able to lift the LCD. Pulling up the display reveals a large metal plate, held in with no fewer than 16 screws.

1: iOpenerNo, its not an iPad Halloween costume; its the iOpener! Thanks to our trusty iOpener, a micro-wave, and half an hours worth of time, the adhesive is warmed to the perfect temperature for us to free the glass/digitizer assembly to the spooky tune of our iFixit guitar picks.

2: Guitar picksThe iPad Mini continues Apples repair-impeding practice of keep-ing iPads together with copious amounts of adhesive. We use guitar picks to open the device.


5: Display away and the culprit is found. Insulating tape holds the display to the rear case and protects the Lightning connector cable. With the tape peeled up, we remove the display assembly and can turn our atten-tion to the interior.

7: Samsung inside HDU 2YC 34

Though the markings on the back of the LCD dont turn up much information, the Samsung display driver IC reveals that Apple once again went with Samsung in its display manufacturing. Apple has reportedly been working to move away from Samsung as a primary supplier, so its somewhat surprising to see a Samsung LCD inside. With that said, Apple often relies on multiple suppliers for a single component, meaning theres quite likely other LCD manufacturers lurking inside other iPad Minis.

4: The rst tasty componentOur rst exposed IC is one weve seen before, in the iPhone 5. In fact, you might say weve got a pretty close relationship with the Murata 339S0171 Wi-Fi module. With plastic opening tool in hand, we disconnect the display connector, but theres still something holding the LCD in

6: Display The ICs controlling the 1024x768 display unit:

Samsung W1235 S6TNMR1X01 Display Driver

Silicon Mitus SM4031 DA1232 SMCP043, Display PMIC

416R 8227


Feature: Inside the iPad mini

8: Plastic cardFortunately, the iPad Mini inherited the connector-fas-tened battery from its larger sibling, not the soldered-in battery found in the iPod Touch.

A plastic card makes a nice tool to pry the battery up from the rear panel, but its still a very di cult task to break through all of the adhesive securing it to the rear case without puncturing the cells.

12: The A5 chipsetThe A5 processor has 512 MB RAM, just like the processor in the latest iPod Touch. How do we know? The package markings E4064P3PM-8D-5 indicate the A5 has two 2 Gb, LP DDR2 RAM dies inside, according to Chipworks.

These die photos from Chipworks shows the inner workings of the A5. Care to see the die in all its gory glory? Check out the high-res version.

9: The BatteryA close-up of the battery connector exposes the numbers 821-1564-04 C 3312.

10: The DigitizerNext o is the digitizer. Hiding on the connector are a couple of Broadcom touch controller ICs marked BCM5976C0KUB6G.This chip looks familiar we saw them in the MacBook Air.

11: Double speakersThe folks at Amazon doubted, but we can con rm the Mini does indeed sport stereo speakers. In this one regard, the Mini outdoes the still-mono Retina iPad.

The reduction of connector size (30-pin to Light-ning) has left just enough space to squeeze a second speaker into the device, allowing for sound quality that is anything but mini.


13: Logic boardThe top side of the logic board houses all of the ICs:

Hynix H2JTDG8UD2MBR 16 GB NAND Flash

Apple 343S0593-A5

Apple 338S1116 Cirrus Logic Audio Codec

Fairchild PCHPS FDMC 6676BZ

Fairchild BC7BE F0MC 6683

On the reverse of the board is an Apple 338S1077, aka Cirrus Logic Class D Ampli er (thanks Chipworks!)

14: Snap happyStrong adhesive continues to slow our advance, so another hit with the heat gun is prescribed to pry the headphone jack and front facing camera assembly out of the rear case.

The iPad Mini does well in the camera department. While most hardware specs closely match the aging iPad 2, its cameras match those found in the the Retina iPad. Its front-facing FaceTime HD camera delivers 1.2 MP photos, and the rear-facing iSight camera delivers 5 MP resolution and HD video.

15: This is the endiPad Mini Repairability: 2 out of 10 (10 is easi-est to repair).

The LCD and glass are not fused together and can be replaced independently.

The battery is not soldered to the logic board or other components.

Teeny-tiny screws can be easily misplaced if youre not careful.

Copious amounts of adhesive hold many components in place: front glass, logic board, battery, front camera, back camera, ribbon cables.

The Lightning connector is soldered to the logic board, so dont bend its pins.

Hidden screws mean youll need to be very diligent when trying to remove internal components.


Feature: Speed testing the iPad mini

Small strength Despite its tiny and light frame, the iPad mini is as powerful as the iPad 2

Call it an iPad 2.5or 3.5? Dan Frakes fi nds out

Speed Testing the iPad mini

Of the many rumours swirling around prior to the iPad minis announcement, the most common pegged the mini as being simply a smaller version of the iPad 2. But the mini is actually somewhere between the iPad 2 and the current full-size iPad. The mini uses the

same dual-core A5 processor, at the same clock speed, as the iPad 2; includes the same 512MB of RAM; and sports a display with the same resolution, 1024 by 768 pixels. But the mini has the same 1.2-megapixel FaceTime HD (720p-capable) front camera and 5-megapixel (1080p-capable) back camera as the fourth-generation iPad.

The mini also matches the newest full-size iPad when it comes to wireless capabilities, o ering Bluetooth 4.0, improved 5GHz 802.11n Wi-Fi performance thanks to channel bonding, and optional LTE wireless data. The iPad mini uses the same LTE chip found in the fourth-generation iPad, so its compatible with more carriers compared to the third-generation iPad. Including the 4G plan that EE is now selling in the UK. Of course, the iPad mini also uses Apples new Lightning connector instead of the older 30-pin connector.

Thanks to its iPad 2-matching processor, graphics capabilities, and screen resolution, the iPad mini should o er performance on par with that of the iPad


2. Indeed, in our benchmarks testing, the iPad mini performed identically to the iPad 2 in every test except for our Web page-load test, where the iPad mini bested the iPad 2 by roughly 40 percent likely because of the aforementioned 5GHz Wi-Fi enhancements in the mini.

Our real-world testing echoed these ndings, as the iPad mini felt much like an iPad 2 when playing games and watching videos. With one exception, I experienced no stuttering or slowdowns, even when playing graphics-heavy games, and even when mirroring the iPads screen to an Apple TV using AirPlay. The exception was Real Racing 2 HD, but only when hosting a multiplayer game in Party Play mode, where the iPad was mirroring to an Apple TV both the screen and the screens of other players. In this test, the on-TV images stuttered at times, though the game was still quite playable.

In fact, on a few high-end games, the iPad mini like the iPad 2 before it at times performed as well as the third-generation iPad in terms of maintaining smooth graphics, because the third-generation Retina model has to push four times as many pixels. (The fourth-generation iPad, with its much better processor and graphics capabilities, outperforms the iPad mini pretty much everywhere.) The iPad mini also never got uncomfortably hot during heavy use .

Thanks to its enhanced Wi-Fi capabilities, the iPad mini o ers noticeably better performance than the iPad 2 when loading webpages or streaming video at least if youre connected to a 5GHz 802.11n Wi-Fi network. However, as with the iPad 2, the iPad minis 512MB of RAM means that youll experience more Safari-tab reloads than with a recent full-size iPad.

In terms of battery life, Apple says the iPad mini can last as long on a full charge as the standard iPad: up to 10 hours of Wi-Fi Web sur ng, watching video, or listening to music; or up to 9 hours of Web sur ng over a cellular-data connection. In our standard battery test, which involves looping a full-screen video at speci c volume and screen-brightness levels, the iPad mini lasted 9 hours and twelve minutes, compared to 9 hours and 21 minutes for the fourth-generation iPad.

We experienced no stuttering or slowdowns

Best results in are shown in bold. Larger numbers are better in all tests but Wi-Fi Page Load and SunSpider. GeekBench and GLBench scores are from iOS benchmarking apps. GLBench scores are in frames per second. Sunspider is a web-based JavaScript test, with results reported in seconds. All devices tested running iOS 6.0.1. iPad battery is larger and more powerful than that of iPhone 5.

iPad mini vs earlier iPad models and iPhone 5

iPad mini

iPad 4

iPad 3

iPad 2

iPhone 5

GeekBench

756

1764

759

760

1623

Page Load

6.7

7.1

10.4

11.1

8.2

Sun Spider

1.44

0.84

1.43

1.44

0.92

WebVizBench

3.6

3.7

2.1

1.8

3.6

GLBenchmark Egypt O screen

86.7

183.7

126

86.7

147.3

GLBenchmark Egypt Onscreen

14

51

26.7

14

28.7

Battery test

9:12

9:21

10:03

11.31

8:21

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You should expect a typical speed of between 8-12 Mbps

Discover how to access the next generation of mobile internet By Karen Haslam & David Price

One of the disappointments about the third-gen iPad launch from a British perspective was 4G: a heavily hyped fast-internet facility that was no use to UK buyers, since the infrastructure isnt in place. (This was such a disappointment, in fact, that Apple was obliged to stop advertising its cellular-equipped iPad 3 model as 4G entirely.)

The iPad mini is also equipped with the facility to use 4G internet (in fact a technically different facility, as is explained below), but this time things are looking up for UK buyers, since Everything Everywhere is offering a 4G service in this country.

Heres how to get 4G internet connectivity with your iPad mini, and answers to (hopefully) all your questions about 4G and the iPad mini.

What is 4G all about? Its the fourth-generation mobile internet network, which basically allows you to get faster, and more reliable, web access on your tablet than youre used to at the moment. And its just been switched on, as part of the new EE (formerly Everything Everywhere) service.

EE uses 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology which has a theoretical speed of 100Mbps (megabits per second). EE told us Average 4G download speeds are likely to be between 8 and 10 megabits a second (Mbit/s), with possible instances of up to 40 Mbit/s. Typical upload speeds are between 5-6Mbit/s, with possible instances of up to 15Mbit/s. Typical 4G latency is only 60-70 milliseconds (ms), while 3G latency is typically 100-125ms. You can really appreciate the difference if youre flicking through webpages or playing online action games.

Who the heck is EE? Its a new network in the UK being formed out of Orange and T-Mobile. EE is a new brand which will operate alongside Orange and T-Mobile they will remain as brands and retailers in their own right. They will all use the EE network and therefore smartphones will display EE instead of Orange or T-Mobile by Christmas. All existing Orange and T-Mobile stores will also be rebranded to EE and will serve customers of all three brands.

Do I need an EE SIM? Yes, youll need to get a new Nano-SIM (thats the new smaller type introduced with the iPhone 5) and insert it into your iPad

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mini Wi-Fi and Cellular model (it goes without saying that youll need the iPad mini with Cellular model). Youll need a separate Nano-SIM to the one used in your phone, and youll need to take out a contract with each one.

Will I get it where I live? The initial rollout will see a total of 16 cities 4G-equipped by the end of 2012. Heres the list: Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Derby, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Hull, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Nottingham, Newcastle, Sheffield and Southampton.

Beyond this EE said it will reach 70 percent of the UK by the end of 2013 and 98 percent by the end of 2014. The EE website (explore.ee.co.uk/coverage-checker) has a coverage checker that you can use Will I get it where I live? As we expected, EE is charging a premium for its new service, and iPhone 5 owners looking to use 4G will have to pay considerably more than 3G contract owners, as well as take out a 12 or 24 month contract with EE.

The plans are organised by data usage from 21 per month (on a 12 month contract) for 500MB. The monthly charges are:

500MB - 211GB - 263GB - 315GB - 36

What happens if I break the limit? EE has announced that if you go over your data plan you stop getting Cellular data. They do not intend to charge you for exceeding the data plan (which is a good thing because the extra charges tend to be quite high).

Which plan should I get? Your milage will vary depending on how much you use your iPad mini, what type of content you download, and

Bear in mind that 4G internet is fast, which means youre using more data more quickly. We find that 1GB is generally enough for one months worth of general web browsing, and email. If you start adding iTunes Match and streaming services such as BBC iPlayer, Netflix or Lovefilm then perhaps go up to 3GB; or 5GB.

Speedier browsing 4G LTE technology enables much faster browsing and lower latency which makes viewing web pages, and streaming video, more enjoyable


Feature: Best iPad mini accessories

The iPad mini is a miniature marvel. The following accessories will enhance its looks and its entertainment credentials By Rosemary Hattersley

20 great iPad mini accessories

When Apple unveiled the iPad mini, there was a sense that it was acknowledging the success of e-book readers such as the Kindle and Nook and attempting to muscle in on the portable, lightweight e-reader market. Being Apple, the design, build and feature set of the iPad mini are superior to those, admittedly less expensive, devices. And the demand for the tablet has been exceptional. However, its still early days in terms of accessories: there are plenty of cases that will t your 7.9in screen iPad, but so far only a handful of directly compatible docks. Blame the introduction of Lightning the superior but completely new design of Apple connector. Even so, with Apple AirPlay, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and a straightforward connector, youll be able to hook up your beautiful new iPad mini to almost anything.

Griffi n Cinema Seat caseCompany: Griffi nURL: www.gri ntechnology.comPrice: 29.99

The iPad mini may be a little smaller than the regular iPad, but its even better suited to being taken out and about on your travels. Its 7.9in screen is plenty large enough for leisurely viewing, so why not keep the kids entertained on a lengthy car journey by treating them to a fi lm? The Griffi n Cinema case holds your iPad mini tight and has adjustable straps on the back that secure it to the back of a car headrest.

JBL OnBeat VenueCompany: JBLURL: uk.jbl.comPrice: 199

The introduction of the Lightning connector meant audio specialists needed to come up with a new set of docking stations. The JBL OnBeat Venue contains a pair of full-range speakers and has its own digital-to-audio connector. A wireless speaker, it uses Bluetooth to connect to other devices and can work with up to eight at a time, making for a potentially mind-boggling number of iTunes tracks from which to choose. A free MusicFlow app creates customised playlists, adjust EQ settings and more.


SmartCover Product (RED) Company: Apple URL: www.apple.com/uk Price: 35 The iPad mini is a nicely-built piece of kit, but that doesnt mean you want to risk scratching the little beauty. Apples SmartCover offers some protection, though since its essentially a flap, we also suggest investing in a case. Two magnets and a clever clamp make the SmartCover easy to attach and remove, while ensuring it doesnt slip off. Another set of magnets clamps it to the iPad minis screen. Opening and closing the Smart Cover wakes up and puts the device to sleep. It also folds into a triangle to form a stand.

Libratone Zipp speaker Company: Libratone URL: www.libratone.com Price: 330 The Libratone Zipp speaker offers 360-degree sound from a single unit. As well as being Apple AirPlay-compatible, the Zipp is able to access music from any iDevice without the need for a Wi-Fi connection thanks to Libratones PlayDirect technology. As well as this muted grey it comes in eye-catch-ing raspberry. As its name suggests, other colours can be bought and zipped on (theres a choice of eight shades).

Beats by Dre Solo HD Company: Beats Audio URL: www.beatsaudio.com Price: 169 With a full 16GB or 32GB of internal storage, the iPad mini can serve up plenty of music, games and video for your delectation. Some decent headphones will help you enjoy it all to the fullest. Fashionistas have a choice of Beats by Dre headphones to choose from. These Solo HD On-Ear cans come in a choice of vibrant colours, while the 269 wireless version comes in more understated maroon or black.


Mophie juice pack powerstationCompany: MophieURL: www.mophie.comPrice: 70

It can sometimes seem like a full-time job ensuring your gadgets are charged up ready for us. The mophie juice pack powerstation brick off ers an electronic lifeline by being able to charge your iPad or other iOS device while also powering up its own 400mAh battery. Once primed, it can be used for off -mains to replenish your gadgets as and when required.


iLuv Folio CEO caseCompany: iLuvURL: www.iluv.co.ukPrice: 49

Business executives will appreciate the attention to detail of the iLuv CEO Folio case: it has slipcover pockets for business cards and bank cards as well as a clip for a pen or digital stylus. The iPad mini is protected within the zip-up case, which also functions as a stand for viewing video clips or showing presentations.

Apple TVCompany: AppleURL: www.apple.com/ukPrice: 99

The Apple TV is a fantastic piece of kit. The tiny box enables you to buy, download and off ers the simplest way to stream content from iTunes, including movies, and to play it on the largest screen in the house. Apple TV off ers support for Netfl ix, YouTube, Vimeo, Flickr and more (but no UK catch-up TV services). You can stream and play music, podcasts, videos and photos from a Mac or PC, or directly from your iPad.

Quiksilver iPad mini caseCompany: QuiksilverURL: www.proporta.comPrice: 14.95

Most iPad mini cases weve seen so far have been portfolio-style designs that disguise your tablet as a book. Quiksilvers neoprene case is padded and has a zip at the top, making it eminently suitable for less careful iPad mini own-ers or for stashing your beloved tablet in a gym bag or suitcase. Its also noticeably lighter than some of the fancy cases that double as stands.


BeoPLAY A8Company: Bang & OlufsenURL: www.bang-olufsen.comPrice: 949

Minimalists are likely to fall headlong for these ultra-thin speakers, which can either be wall-mounted or sit tidily and unobtrusively on a shelf. These custom-made wire-less speakers support Apple AirPlay and can serve up delectable selections from your iTunes collection. The Bang & Olufsen speakers have a 5in woofer and a 3/4in tweeter and a Class D amplifi er. The BeoPLAY A8 comes with a specially made Lightning connector, ensuring compatibilty to the iPad mini and iPhone 5. The setup even functions as an iPad docking station as well as a luxurious entertainment centre. Could there be a more sophisticated way of recharging your iPad?

Apple Wireless KeyboardCompany: AppleURL: www.apple.com/ukPrice: 57

Probably the most sophisticated keyboard youll ever use, the Apple Wireless Keyboard runs off a pair of AA batteries and connects to your iPad mini using Bluetooth. This niftily extends the iPad into a productive device on which you can speedily tap out documents.

Maroo te-kuiti stylusCompany: MarooURL: www.maroo.comPrice: 12.99

For digital doodling or serious artistry on your iPad, you need the accuracy of a stylus. There are plenty of stylii around to choose from; Maroos is perhaps the prettiest example and is distinctive enough not to get lost in your stationery drawer.

QDOS LibrisCompany: QDOSURL: www.qdos.comPrice: 35

This QDOS folio case for the iPad mini is fashioned from imitation leather and has an elasticated strap that holds its front fl ap in place with the tablet is not in use. The Libris stand can be adjusted to the most comfortable viewing angle. When the iPad is in landscape mode theres a sec-ond, broader stand that gives the tablet stability.


Griffin Zitron folio case Company: Griffin URL: www.griffintechnology.com Price: 29.99 Griffin offers one of the most extensive ranges of iPad mini cases around. The folio case design alone comes in a choice of solid colours, this vibrant zigzag Zitron design, a black and ecru Mustachio option and a multicoloured Wise Eyes owl design. The front of the case folds in half to double as a stand for more comfortable viewing.


HP Photosmart Premium Company: HP URL: www.hp.com/uk Price: 179 The HP Photosmart Premium is a printer that works directlty with your iPad. It features AirPrint technology which means all you have to do is connect the printer to the same wireless network as your tablet. Its huge touchscreen display makes it easy to select the right shot to print and to make simple edits.

Lightning SD Card Reader Company: Apple URL: www.apple.com/uk Price: 25 With no USB port or native card reader, getting photos on to your iPad mini for viewing or as a camera backup can be a challenge. This 25 Lightning connector SD Card Reader neatly solves it. Place the memory card in the slot, attach the device to your iPad and your photos will quickly transfer to the tablet and pop up in the Photos app which automatically launches.

Cygnett Lavish folio case Company: Cygnett URL: www.cygnett.com Price: 30 This smart folio case snaps securely around your iPad mini, offering it plenty of protection. The cover also functions as a tablet stand, propping up the tablet in a choice of angles.


Belkin @TV Plus Company: Belkin URL: www.belkin.com Price: 149

This unassuming black box is the key to enjoying live TV on your iPad. It works over Wi-Fi and has a dedicated app that acts as an onscreen remote control. Belkin builds in the SurfSwipe electronic programme guide. Better yet, the same settop box can bounce content to up to eight devices at once, including other iOS devices, Android tablets and the Sony PlayStation 3. Connectors for each are included in the box. Even better news is that you can record TV shows to your iPad using the @TV Plus, so you need never again miss an episode of Strictly Come Dancing or Downton Ab-bey. As with all such gadgets, a solid broadband connection is needed to get the best from the @TV Plus.

Blue Microphones Spark Digital Company: Blue Microphones URL: www.bluemicrophones.com Price: 199 Irrespective of whether youre a webcast aficionado or you simply like to chat over Skype with your friends, a quality microphone will help the conversation flow. Given its 1950s looks, we envisage bequiffed crooners pouring out their heart and the Spark Digital picking up ever cracked nuance and recording it for posterity in GarageBand. The condenser microphone has a dedicated iPad connector as well as USB. Though it doesnt have a Lightning connector, the Spark Digital is certified compatible with Apples adapter - something youll almost certainly need to invest in anyway given the number of devices that use the older 30-pin connection.

PURE Jongo S340B Company: PURE URL: www.pure.com Price: 149

There are several advantages to choosing a wireless speaker system. Avoiding the issue of whether your iPad fits a specific dock is a major one, while being able to site the speaker anywhere in the room and not have to worry about cables is another. Jongo speakers work with any iOS device and with PUREs media streamers and Wi-Fi enabled DAB radios. The S340B has an upward-firing subwoofer that creates room-filling sound. Adding more speakers allows you to stream music to several rooms at once. Each Jongo speaker can be used for up to 10 hours between charges, can also be used via Bluetooth and can be controlled via PUREsConnect apps to access internet radio and Mac and PC music collections.


Feature: 30 great iPad mini apps

Theres one aspect of the iPad mini that critics have seized on: its lack of a Retina screen. Nonetheless, the 275,000 apps that are compatible with Apples baby tablet play awlessly and look pretty good too. When you rst up the iPad mini for the rst time, Apple

suggests a selection of apps that will help you get the most of it. Here, we look at some of these as well as other screen-tastic titles youre sure to enjoy. Since the mini is the perfect portable e-book reader, weve included some literary suggestions too.

30 great iPad appsTop App Store picks for the iPad mini by Rosemary Hattersley

Angry Birds Star WarsPrice: 1.99Combining classic Angry Birds catapult-based gameplay with a Star Wars scene-scape that sees the eponymous fowls dressed as Jedi and the pigs the Empire, Rovio has created a compelling mash-up with a familiar narrative. The red bird now brandishes a lightsaber, while the Han Solo bird can fi re laser bolts in mid-fl ight. There are even interesting ways to combine powers in the face of attack from the pigs in their laser turrets.

Infi nity Blade 2Price: 4.99The game that Apple used to show-case what the iPad 2 could do looks every bit as good on the iPad mini. You must fi ght your way through the God Kings lair in one-on-one battles with the God Kings hench-men. Swordfi ghting prowess in the form of timely swipes across the screen or heavier blades than your foes will help you defeat them. Infi n-ity Blade 2 is visually stunning and o ers great gameplay. A great iPad mini tech demonstration app.

iBooks 3 Price: FreeA real appeal of the iPad mini is that its 7.9in screen and light, compact proportions make it ideal as an e-book reader. Older iPads soon got heavy, but weve had no trouble reading whole books on the mini. Publications bought through iTunes or downloaded from elsewhere appear in your iBooks. With the latest update you can enjoy animated books and song books as well as crisp text and images. A must-have app.


Sketchbook ProPrice: 2.99Youll definitely want to arm yourself with a digital stylus to get the most from this powerful drawing app. With 60 brushes to play with, the ability to adjust opacity on a per-level basis, useful blending tools and support for up to 18 independent layers on its 1024x768-pixel canvas, your imagination can be given full rein. Pinch and zoom when you need to work on minute details. Theres a free version if you dont need the full professional toolbox.

iMoviePrice: 2.99The camera on the iPad mini is impressive, shooting 1080p HD video that you can then edit in iMovie. Thanks to its built-in image stabilisation you can capture rock- solid footage from which iMovie can cherrypick the best parts and stitch it into a cohesive narrative. As well as a range of snipping and editing tools, theres cross-support for the GarageBand music app which allows audio tracks to be imported. It even makes movie trailers for you.

100 Greatest HitsPrice: 8.99While Rovio is busy bringing 70s and 80s classic film plots into its wildly successful Angry Birds app, retro gamers have their own treat in store. These classic games were originally written for the ZX Spectrum and the Atari console. Now you can relive the early days of computer gaming and sink battleships and play space invaders all over again. Expansion packs let you supplement the 25 games initially supplied with the 8-bit classics of your choice.



Mass E ect Infi ltratorPrice: 4.99The iOS companion piece to mega-selling PC and console space RPG Mass E ect is one the fi rst new apps to come with Retina support as standard. The game itself is a stripped-down, arcadey take on its more nuanced and complex source material, but its a fun 3D shooter nonetheless, and a brilliant showcase for the systems power. In a similar vein, the Dead Space app, from the same publisher and developer also has Retina support.

Labyrinth 2 HD Price: 5.49Labyrinth 2s core concept is as old as the hills you tilt the playing surface to guide a marble through a maze dotted with obstacles and pitfalls. However, developer Illusion Labs has breathed new life into it on the iPad by upping the challenge and broadening the scope. Its added multiplayer, incorporated a vast array of o -the-wall new elements and included a full-featured level editor allowing you to create your own stages.

Photoshop Express Price: FreeAdobes alternative to iPhoto isnt quite as slick and accessible as Apples editing suite, but is a solid package nonetheless, o ering a range of tools, fi lters and special e ects with which to touch-up your snaps. Redeye removal, colour balancing, cropping and Facebook sharing are all supported, but not all of the features come as part of the free version. In-app purchasing lets you unlock Photoshop Express premium features.

The Simpsons: Tapped OutPrice: FreeThe scripting, dialogue, guest appearances and unerring knack for satirising the famous - The Simpsons appeals on many levels, but the characters remain at its heart. In Tapped Out you must re-build Springfi eld after Homer man-ages to destroy his home town. Rewards include hanging out at the Du Brewery, playing endless pranks and, of course, doughnuts. A deservedly popular free game.

Solar Walk - SaturnPrice: 1.99The fascinating interactive galactic map app makes great use of the graphics processing ability of the iPad. The app shows planets in 3D. Rotate Saturn and youll be able to see each of its suns, other planets that are nearby and how its orbit relates to the Suns. Having whetted your appetite with the Saturn app, astronomers will want to check out Vitos other Solar Walk apps, which showcase asteroid belts and more.

Explore ShakespearePrice: 5.99The iPad mini lends itself perfectly to bookish pursuits, so Cambridge University Press launch of its fi rst two Shakespeare study guides is timely. Macbeth and Romeo and Juliet scholars are encouraged to read along with the scripts or watch a performance, explore the plays themes and get to know the characters. Interactive activities can be tailored to the level at which youre studying and whether youre due to perform the Scottish play.

Photoshop Express o ers a great range of tools, fi lters and special e ects


Incredibooth Price: 69pJust the thing for a wild night on the town, Incredibooth lets you snap strips of photobooth-style im-ages with friends, o ering a range of wacky fi lters and backdrops to up the fun factor. The results are often hilarious - and easily shared.

iTunes UPrice: FreeWe know plenty of people who use iTunes all the time but didnt know about this excellent app. iTunes U is the iOS entertainment centres educational alter ego. Packed with lectures and informative videos, its a treasure trove for those who love learning. Some units take the form of debates. Follow courses from Harvard, Oxford, The Open University, TED and other luminaries - and all for free.

iStopMotionPrice: 6.99Does what it says on the tin. iStopMotion is a rather brilliant little package that lets you create your own stop-motion animation on your iPad. Once youve set up your scene, you can trigger a time lapse photo sequence which takes an image every few seconds, giving you time to move objects around and create a complete movie. Its well put together, easy to use and, with added Retina support.

Wind in the Willows Price: 4.99The iPad mini appeals to all ages - as does this classic tale of Toad, Ratty, Mole and their exploits along the riverbank. Now, however, you can help Toads erratic driving, dress him up, make the weasels dance and sing and get Mole to come out of hibernation by smoking him out. This much-loved tale is likely to be a popular interactive addition to bookshelves regardless of age.

iTunes U is a treasure trove for those who love learning

iGrand Piano Price: freeIf youve ever had a yearning to play the piano, this is a good starting point. The basic version of this likable app is free and lets you change tempo, octave ad (its 13.99 for the full version and you can add nine more pianos for 6.99). iGrand Piano allows you to get a feel for tickling the ivories on two instruments (and pay to unlock more). Beethoven and Mozart pieces showcase its possibilities. You can record what you play too.

PagesPrice: 6.99Apples own iOS word processor app includes strong text editing and formatting tools and lets you embed images and a variety of charts and tables in your docu-ments. Support for iCloud means fi les you create on the Mac version of Pages appear in simplifi ed form on your iPad. The minis small screen means the onscreen keyboard can be fi ddly for typing whole documents, so consider using a Bluetooth one for comfort.



Garageband Price: 2.99Ever fancied yourself as the next Brian Eno or Will.i.am? Well, GarageBand is the app for you. Either plug in one of your own instruments or use the virtual keyboards, drumkits and guitars included, and record your own mini-masterpiece. Its as complex and sophisticated as you want it to be. Learn the basics by recording a jingle or looping some beats. Ex-pert musicians will be able to work on an epic multi-track symphony.

Barefoot World Atlas Price: 5.49This fantastic new kids app is an iPad-only interactive atlas that colourfully immerses youngsters in the myriad wonders of planet Earth. Its a great way of engaging children in geography, detailing di erent wildlife, the worlds great cities, geological features and weather systems. Theres spoken narration as well as written text, vibrant photography, lovely illustrations and a massive library of sound e ects and music.

ComicZeal Price: 2.99 (app only)Graphic novel fans have their own treasury in the form of Comic Zeal. This dedicated bookstore serves up the very best examples of the genre, from superstar authors such as Alan Moore and Neil Gaiman to emerging talent. Clicking Get More Comics button downloads titles youve bought through iTunes and stashed o -device.

Flipboard Price: freeTwitter feeds can take hours to scroll through and bulletins tell you too little. Flipboard serves up the news and features that interest you by presenting a tiled story view that you can fl ick through and then jump to the items that appeal. Just choose topics or publications you like when setting up your account. Add Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and other accounts if you wish. The result is a glossy, engaging digital publication thats always up to date and fi lled with news and gossip you actually want to hear.

Touchgrind BMX Price: 2.99This is a great example of a game that could only work on a touch-screen device. This ingenious creation sees you pulling o impressive BMX stunts by manipulating your bike in real time using the multi-touch display. Its an ambitious concept but work beautifully in practise, o ering some of the purest fun of any App Store game. Your inner show-o will appreciate the option to record your most outrageous BMX tricks for posterity and share them with friends.

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iPhotoPrice: 2.99The iOS6 version of Apples photo-editing suite impresses even without the famous Retina screen of the iPad 3 and 4. Even on the minis smaller screen, editing images is easy in iPhoto. its extensive toolset includes a blemish remover, expo-sure and colour cast adjustments, red-eye removal, straighten, crop and tag options. An Info button calls up details of what each tool does. Almost magically, similar photos are recognised and can be called up for editing at a double-tap prompt.


Art Authority Price: 2.99The worlds best art gallery distilled into your iPad. Art Authority features thousands of masterpieces from the greatest artists the world has ever seen, including Botti-celli, Leonardo da Vinci and Edvard Munch all searchable by name or movement. On top of that, theres expert commentary, interactive timelines and a neat feature that searches for similar works in a gallery near your location. Even on the iPad minis 7.9in screen, theres plenty of visual mastery to savour.

PodcastsPrice: FreeOne of the apps Apple suggests you install when you fi rst set up your iPad mini, Podcasts serves up broadcasts from major radio stations to respected institutions. Expect MIT lectures, comedic diver-sion and news bulletins. The best podcasts can be found in the top 200 chart. Theres also a genre and keyword search. Podcasts created in GarageBand can also be called up. Controversially, any previously downloaded podcasts will only play in the Podcasts app in iOS6.

Ashphalt 7: Heat Price: FreeThis slick racer from iOS specialists Gameloft runs Real Racing 2 pretty close for pole position as the best motorsport game on the App Store. The Retina-friendly visuals are up there with the very best on the system, the customisable tilt steering controls are intuitive and smooth, and there are some fun online multiplayer modes that let you duke it out with friends. Theres heaps of content to work with too (you can pay to access some con-tent early). Start your engines.

Evernote 5Price: FreeEvernote is one of the very best productivity apps available for iOS devices. Its just the app you need if you like to braindump on the go. Places, people, photos, voice memos, lists, web links and more can be easily saved, collated and tagged, then subsequently searched and shared by email or to a social network. Evernote syncs everything to any and all devices on which its installed. It o ers an excellent way to stay organised and reduce your paper trail.

iPad & iPhone User Price: Free (2.49 per issue)The iPad mini is the ideal size for reading. Gen up on the very latest iPad-related news and reviews as well as all things Apple by installing the digital version of iPad & iPhone User. The magazine includes handy tutorials to help you get the most from your iPad mini. Comes with a free issue to download and read.

Fotopedia HeritagePrice: FreeArmchair travellers will devour this beautiful photo app, which shows o some of the most incredible cities and landscapes on Earth. Details about locations are mini-mal, but we love the way you can easily fi nd places on Fotopedias map and discover where else is camera-worthy in the vicinity. Its also refreshing to be able to enjoy the locations for their own sake, rather than have them rated by others. You can, though, share the best shots via Facebook and Twitter. A photographic delight.

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YOuVE FINALLY gOT YOuR HANdS ON THE BRANd new iPad mini and now its time to get it set up and

ready for use. The excitement of buying a iPad used to

be tempered by the fact that to get your device up and

running you were rst required to plug your tablet into a

computer. Whether you stood in line for two weeks to get

your hands on one, or pre-ordered for it to be delivered to

your house, the rush of delight was often held in check by the necessity to wait

until iTunes told you that your shiny new tablet was ready.

Ever since iOS 5.1 your new iPad no longer needs to be physically connected

to a computer rst in order for it to work. As you might expect from Apple, the

process is simple and quick; about the most technically di cult part is inserting

the nano-SIM card into your new iPad mini (if you have a Wi-Fi + Cellular model).

However, in typical Apple style theres a SIM tray pin included in the box to make

this task even easier.

Well assume that you have all the boring stu like tablet price plan sorted out

and have un-boxed and inserted the SIM card into your iPad mini. From here on

in its no more than a ve-minute process. Wire-free setup is a breeze and all you

have to do is follow the simple steps here to make sure that you and your tablet

are ready to go as quickly as possible.

After that, theres a whole world of calling, texting, tweeting, internet

browsing and taking photos, as well as all the apps to enjoy.

get your iPad mini up and running without a PC or Mac

Setting up your iPad minifor the first time

Tutorial: PC-free setup


computer. Whether you stood in line for two weeks to get

your hands on one, or pre-ordered for it to be delivered to

KIT LIST: iPad mini Wi-Fi or Cellular

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Time required: 5 minsDi culty: Beginner

Mobile strengthThe signal indicators let you know if you have a mobile signal and are connected successfully to your wireless network.

Battery LifeAll important battery life is displayed here. You can display this as a You can display this as a percentage for greater percentage for greater percentage for greater accuracy in Settings.

Tap to start Once youve gone through all the setup steps its just one tap to get started. Tap Start using iPad and youre done.


4 Back up Its a good idea to back up the content on your iPad. You can either do this wirelessly to iCloud (recommended) or whenever you connect an iPad mini to a computer.

3 Location tracking If you want your new iPad and apps to know where you are handy for mapping and social media tools, enable it by taping Enable Location Services and then Next.

2 Connect to Wi-Fi If you have a wireless network at home or at work, you can connect to it here. Tap on the wireless network name, if you dont just use your mobile connection.

1 Pick your language The first screen lets you choose what language to use on your iPad. Tap on the language you want and a blue tick will appear next to it. Now tap the blue arrow.

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update?Many early iPad mini devices were shipped with iOS 6, with an update already ready. When you first use the iPad you are likely to be faced with this window. Click details, connect to a power source and click update to get the latest version of the operating system.

5 Find my iPad Apple has a really neat service called Find my iPad which enables you to locate lost or missing iOS devices with either other iOS devices (such as an iPhone), or using the iCloud website. Select whether to use it and click Next.

6 Siri speaks Another neat feature on the iPad mini is Siri. This is a personal voice assistant that responds to your spoken commands. To do this it sends your voice to Apples server, so Apple asks permission to use Siri fi rst.

8 Register and fi nish The fi nal step is to decide if you want to Register the iPad mini with Apple. There are no forms to fi ll out, just click On (or O ) and tap Next to start using the iPad mini

7 diagnostics decide whether you want Apple to be able to take diagnostic information from the iPad, such as what you have installed, what you are using, and where you are. Click Next.


SyNCiNg AN ipAd ANd ituNeS uSed tO MeAN tHAt you had to plug your tablet into your Mac or PC and either

sit and watch the progress bar or leave it and pop back

whenever you thought it might be ready. Happily, there is

now a better solution to syncing your iPad mini.

Now you can keep your new iPad and iTunes account

on your PC or Mac completely in tune wirelessly. No

more hunting around for that white cable. Never again will you have to scrabble

around under your desk to try to plug the USB cable into your PC.

Wireless syncing works when both your iPad mini and computer are

connected to the same wireless network and when your tablet is connected to

a power source. Youll have to keep your computer on and running iTunes, too.

This means that you can leave your iPad mini charging overnight and wake up to

a fully synced tablet and iTunes. The more content youve purchased the longer

it will take, but wireless sync covers everything: applications, music, bookmarks,

books, contacts calendars, movies, photos, notes, documents and ringtones are

all synced wirelessly over your network.

When your iPad mini is connected to a power source and on the Wi-Fi

network, it shows up just as it would, were it plugged into your computer through

a USB cable. This means you can change settings and other options wirelessly,

too.

Somewhat ironically, you have to plug your iPad mini into your computer to

enable wireless syncing, but after that, its all wire free.

Completely cut the cord between your ipad mini and computer

Syncing your iPad miniwirelessly to iTunes

tutorial: Wireless sync


you had to plug your tablet into your Mac or PC and either

whenever you thought it might be ready. Happily, there is

Kit LiSt: iPad Wireless network iTunes

Time required: 10 minsDi culty: easy

iTunes Wi-Fi Syncthe itunes Wi-Fi Sync options are found inside the general tab of the Settings.

Sync Nowto force the wireless sync simply tap on Sync Now. Make sure that itunes is open on your computer and connected to Wi-Fi.

Last SyncKeep an eye on when the last sync took place as the more and more data there is to sync, the longer it will take.


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1 Connect your ipad mini the first step of setting up a wireless sync is to connect your ipad mini to your computer using the Lightning cable and open itunes. Now click on ipad mini in the sidebar.

2 Start Wireless Sync in itunes, click on the Summary tab and under the Options section, tick the box next to Sync with this ipad over Wi-Fi. Now click Apply in the itunes window.

3 Connect to Wi-Fi Make sure your new ipad is connected by going to Settings and tapping on Network then Wi-Fi. Select your wireless network and enter the passwords as necessary.

4 Sync wirelessly to ensure that your wireless sync is set up, disconnect your new ipad from your computer and plug it in to a power source. Open the Settings app and tap on itunes Wi-Fi Sync.

Wired firstif you have loads ofapps, music, photos and videos to sync to your ipad mini, its best to do it over uSb before going fully wireless. this makes any later syncs much smaller and faster. Once youve got all your stuff synced up, the incremental additions will besmoother.


5 Sync apps With the ipad mini showing in itunes, click on the Apps tab. Here you can choose which apps to sync to the ipad. you can sort them by kind, name, category, date and size.

6 Sync new apps if youd like all new apps that you buy to automatically sync to your device, simply check the option Automatically sync new apps.

7 Sync music if you have a large music collection you may find that your ipad mini gets filled up pretty fast. Click on the Music tab to choose which playlists to add.

8 Wireless speeds its worth noting that the speed of your sync can be affected by other traffic on the network. So, if you can, avoid running a sync when youre surfing the web.

iCLOuD RePLACeS THe MObILeMe SeRVICe THAT Apple used to o er. This new and improved service is

completely free and helps you to keep all your data in

sync and backed up with ease. iCloud stores all your

music, photos, documents and apps securely and

allowsyou to automatically download them whenever

and wherever you are.

The best thing about the iCloud service is theres no syncing required

everything just happens automatically. Buy an app on your iPad mini, for

example, and its automatically sent to your iPhone. Similarly, if you download

a new album on your iPhone, its ready and waiting for you on your iPad mini. It

works seamlessly and invisibly in the background.

Its not just for music and apps though, as iCloud ensures that your email,

contacts and calendars are all kept up to date, too. It doesnt matter which of

your devices the change is made on, every single one will simply update itself to

match when the change is made.

You get 5GB of free storage, but as apps, books, music and TV shows dont

count towards this space, its a generous allowance. If you need more space you

can buy it. You can also back up your new iPad to iCloud for an added level of

protection. No matter what happens, your data will be safe. iCloud also includes

Photo Stream that immediately pushes any pictures you take on your new iPad to

your Mac. Theres a lot more to iCloud and its sure to be greatly expanded in the

future. Well show you how to set it up here.

Get everything in sync and stored safely online with iCloud

Setting up and configuring iCloud

Tutorial: Setting up iCloud


KIT LIST: iPad Apple ID Wi-Fi connection

Time required: 10 minsDi culty: beginner

iCloud settingsiCloud settingsiCloud settingsToggle the switches to Toggle the switches to Toggle the switches to choose what to sync with choose what to sync with choose what to sync with iCloud. You can pick and iCloud. You can pick and iCloud. You can pick and choose what to have choose what to have choose what to have managed by iCloud.managed by iCloud.managed by iCloud.

Photo Streamenable Photo Stream for really easy photo sharing on your Mac, iPhone, Apple TV or iPod touch.

Documents in the CloudDocuments in the CloudDocuments in the CloudStore all the documents Store all the documents Store all the documents you make on your iPhone you make on your iPhone you make on your iPhone securely in the iCloud. securely in the iCloud. securely in the iCloud.


4 Find My iPad Should you lose your tablet, the Find My iPad function of iCloud will be invaluable. Make sure its turned on and youll be able to locate your phone any time, anywhere.

3 iCloud settings Click OK to Allow iCloud to Sync The Location of Your iPad. This will help with services such as Find My iPad.

2 New ID First enter your birthday and click Next, now choose your name and email address. You can use an existing email address or get a new @me.com one for free. Next, choose a password and location information.

1 Get an Apple ID If you dont already have an Apple ID then youll need to create a new one. Tap on Settings then select iCloud. From here, tap on Create a Free Apple ID.

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Photo StreamIf you want to share your pictures easily, turn on the Photo Stream part of iCloud. This lets you share up to 1,000 photos between an iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, Apple TV and your Mac. As soon as you take a picture with your iPhone, its put in your Photo Stream.

5 Storage capacity To see how much of your 5Gb data allowance you are using simply tap on Storage and backup. Here youll see how much is left for your docuents, photos and settings.

6 Get more space If 5Gb isnt enough storage, you can buy more iCloud space. Its available in 10Gb, 20Gb and 50Gb portions and costs 14, 28 and 70 per year respectively.

8 iCloud backup You can use your iCloud storage space as a backup location for all your data. beware: this will eat up your data allowance and only works when connected to Wi-Fi.

7 Documents & Data You can let your iPad apps use the iCloud service to store any documents and data saved on them. Simply toggle the option to on in Documents & Data.


ONe OF THe biGGeST TeCH TReNdS OF THe LAST year or so is the shift to cloud computing, where you save

data, and then access it, from a remote server rather than

on your own machine.

Naturally, Apple has put this to excellent use in iTunes,

allowing users to store their entire music library in the

cloud and access it from any device without using up

memory. Apples service, called iTunes Match, scans your music library and

either matches the track with a high quality version from the iTunes Store or,

if it doesnt have the track in its database, uploads your version to cloud. Once

complete, you can stream your tracks from any device (providing you have an

active internet connection) without having to download them to that device.

If you do want a hard copy of a song on one of your machines, Match also

lets you download it from the cloud free of charge. The best part? You can store

up to 25,000 tracks, transforming your humble iPad mini into a serious music

archive. Whats more, you can access your songs from up to 10 di erent iTunes-

enabled devices.

The full service doesnt come for free it will set you back 21.99 a year

(although a free version is available, but it only streams songs that youve

purchased from the Apple Store). However, as our tutorial will demonstrate its

easy to set up, easy to use and very versatile. If you have a lot of music iTunes

Match is a great service to invest in.

Stream every song you have in any iTunes with iTunes Match

Listen to all your music using iTunes Match

Tutorial: iTunes Match


year or so is the shift to cloud computing, where you save

data, and then access it, from a remote server rather than

Naturally, Apple has put this to excellent use in iTunes,

KiT LiST: iTunes Match iPad Music tracks



Playing tracksJust tap a cloud-stored track to play it, as you normally would in iTunes. be warned, itll only play if you have an internet connection.internet connection.


Search your musicyou can search your iTunes Match library as normal. Match library as normal. Just type the name of a track or artist into the window bottom right.

4 First sync The first sync takes a few minutes and will remove any tracks stored on the iPad mini (although they will be available to stream once its ready).

3 Access tracks To listen to your library from your iPad, open Setting > Music. Now toggle the iTunes Match switch to On. Hey presto, youre good to go.

2 Matching tracks iTunes Match will then automatically cycle through your music library, either matching tracks with those in its central database or uploading any it doesnt recognise to Apples servers.

1 Getting started First things first, you need to sign up to the Match service. Open iTunes on your Mac or PC desktop and hit the iTunes Match link under the Store tab in the left hand menu. ST

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Multiple devicesyou can use iTunes Match on up to 10 different devices per account. To link a device, make sure your signed in to your Apple id. if its an iOS device, go to Settings > Music > iTunes Match, and if its a computer just hit the iTunes Match tab in your iTunes menu panel.

5 Playing Once the service is ready, you can play any track from any of your iTunes collections. When you play the track it will also be downloaded and cached into memory so you can play it o ine.

6 downloading playlists you no longer download individual songs, but you can download whole albums or playlists by tapping the iCloud button at the bottom of the list of tracks.

8 Show all music you can view just the tracks stored on the iPad mini by going to Music, and tapping Show All Music. With it set O you can see the songs that you can play.

7 Storage space iTunes Match manages local storage of tracks depending on how much space you have. use General > Storage to view how much space Music is taking up compared to other apps.


ONE OF THE THINGS THAT MAKES THE iPAd experience so fantastic is the range of apps that are available for it.

From the mundane productivity apps that help you work

more e ciently to the fun stu like games, the iPad mini

has more than enough to keep anybody entertained.

The App Store is a major success story for Apple and the

developers that make apps for it with billions of dollars

paid out over the years.

Its not just apps that Apple has turned its hand to either; games are now

a major part of the iOS iPad world and the iPad mini is a great entertainment

device. The fantastically light design of on the new iPad means that its great

for entertainment on the go. You can pack dozens of games and take them

anywhere.

The App Store is, as you might expect from Apple, beautifully designed and

getting content from it is supremely simple. All that stands between you and

millions of useful apps and games is a few taps on an iPad minis screen.

Being able to get apps that enhance your new iPad or games to keep you

entertained, wherever you are at any time, day or night, is amazing. There are

restrictions that stop you from downloading the bigger apps over your mobile

data connection, so you may need to be on a wireless network for some.

Lets discover how to download apps onto your iPad mini.

Grab all the best apps for your new iPad mini with ease

Downloading apps to your new iPad

Tutorial: download books and apps


KIT LIST: iPad mini Apple ID Internet connection


Apple suggestionsApple suggestionsApple suggestionsApple suggests lists of Apple suggests lists of Apple suggests lists of apps to try out, such as apps to try out, such as apps to try out, such as this New & Noteworthy this New & Noteworthy this New & Noteworthy list. You can slide the list list. You can slide the list list. You can slide the list left to view more apps.left to view more apps.left to view more apps.

Quick categoriesQuick categoriesYou can quickly view You can quickly view popular categories popular categories such as Games and such as Games and Education, or tap Education, or tap More for a detailed list More for a detailed list of app types.of app types.

Search appsTap on the magnifying Tap on the magnifying Tap on the magnifying glass to access the Search glass to access the Search glass to access the Search function to find exactly function to find exactly function to find exactly the right app youre after. the right app youre after. the right app youre after.


4 Enter password When installing an app for the first time you need to enter your password. Tap okay and the app will start to install on the iPad mini.

3 Get apps Tap on an app to view more details about it. You can read a description, and also tap on Ratings & Reviews or Related to view similar apps. Tap the Install App button if you want to get it.

2 Store front The first time you open the App Store it will prompt you to download a selection of Apple Apps. You can also find this list at the bottom of the Featured list.

1 App Store To get started buying and downloading all the very best and latest apps, simply tap on the App Store icon on the home screen of your iPad mini.

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Automatic downloadsIf you own multiple iOS devices (an iPad mini and iPhone, for example) you might want to go to Settings > iTunes & App Stores and set Apps to On under Automatic downloads. Now any app you download on one device will automatically appear on all your iOS devices.

5 Finding more apps Another way to fi nd great apps is to tap on Top Charts or Genius at the bottom. Gen