The new iPad mini can survive a pool drop.
By Gene B. Geraissati, Founder & Tech Curator | OTN 60 video
What happened
Apple’s new iPad mini is the first iPad that’s water resistant. It’s rated IP67, which means it handles dust and a dip in water up to one meter deep for 30 minutes. It also gets an OLED screen and the A20 Pro chip, starting at 699 dollars.
Why it matters
Reading by the pool or working in the rain gets less risky. But Apple says the protection can wear down over time, you shouldn’t charge it while it’s wet, and water damage isn’t covered by the warranty.
OTN take
Our take: this is official from Apple. Pre-orders start Wednesday, and it arrives November 6th. Water resistance is a safety net, not a swimming feature, so don’t take it into the pool on purpose.
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Sources
- MacRumors – New iPad mini is the first water-resistant iPad
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