At its Worldwide Developers Conference in June 2015, Apple introduced the next edition of its mobile operating system, iOS 9 , which heralds some important changes to come for the iPad portfolio. Significantly, iOS 9 will bring to the iPad Air 2 split-screen multitasking, allowing users to view two apps on the same screen (other existing iPad models will not support this feature).
One of 2013's best, the iPad Mini 3 is still a compelling choice despite the lack of upgrades. However, the nearly identical and significantly cheaper iPad Mini 2 is a smarter buy.
Though we're disappointed by the lack of upgrades, Apple's smaller iPad is still a great choice; Both the display and battery life are excellent, and the addition of Touch ID takes care of our biggest complaint from the previous version.
Other than a gold option and Touch ID, the iPad Mini 3 is identical to its predecessor; It lacks the processor and camera upgrade of its big brother, the Air 2, and it's still priced at the high end for midsize tablets.