This is it, folks. The final day of Prime Day is here. Based on its name, you may have mistakenly thought the big sales event was 24 hours only, beginning and ending on Tuesday, June 23. The truth is Amazon has stretched its summer sale for not one but four straight days. That means you have until the end of today—Friday, June 26—to take advantage of one or more of the many discounts the giant online retailer has available on its site.
Among the many deals is the Apple iPad mini. This is the latest model of the mini and Prime Day has its price generously reduced. The is available with three different storage capacities along with options for either Wi-Fi-only or Wi-Fi and cellular capabilities, though not all are currently in stock.
For Wi-Fi-only, you have a choice of either the 256GB model or the 512GB model. Both are down $70, with the 256GB option dropping from $570 to just $500 and the 512GB option dropping from $770 to just $700.
For the models with cellular support in addition to Wi-Fi, you have a choice now of the 128GB or the 512GB capacities. The 128GB model is down $80, bringing the price from $630 to just $550. Then the 512GB model is down only $49, dropping it from $899 to just $850.
You have a choice of four different colors for the Apple iPad mini. It comes in space gray, blue, starlight, and purple.
This iPad mini features an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina screen, capable of displaying gorgeous color with a low amount of glare. It’s a perfect sized tablet for anyone who just wants something a bit larger than their iPhone when browsing the web, watching videos, scrolling through the apps, or responding to emails.
Apple Intelligence
Apple’s latest model iPad mini is powered by an ultra-fast A17 Pro chip. This gives it the boost it needs to make use of Apple Intelligence, helping your write and take on other tasks you otherwise couldn’t be bothered to do yourself.
Apple has equipped its iPad mini with a 12MP Ultra Wide front camera which is great for FaceTime or video conferencing in a number of supported apps. A standout feature is something Apple calls Center Stage. This is used to track the subject during video calls, keeping them in the center of the frame. You or a whole group you’re with can be moving throughout a room and the iPad mini’s camera will be able to intelligently track you, ensuring folks on the call wit you always have you clearly in view.
