It wasn't exactly the best kept secret. For weeks the rumour mills churned out tidbit after tidbit with supposed details of a smaller, more compact iPad. Speculation swirled and finally on October 23rd Apple unveiled the mythical iPad Mini, just as the rumours suggested.

pricey compared to 7-inch tablets; no Retina display; no HDR or panorama options for camera; beautiful design; great battery life; fits in one hand

pricey compared to 7-inch tablets; no Retina display; no HDR or panorama options for camera

The iPad 2 feels so noticeably thinner and lighter, you might easily mistake it for being disposable. Like a paper plate or a plastic cover, it triggers the habit to want to just toss it away once you're done with it. How many gadgets have I watched slim down to nothing? And yet it never gets old.

May have been at the top of it's class in it's day, but it has been far exceeded by both newer generation iPads and by Android Tablets. Better and more current Androids are available for less money, or you can spend a little more to get a newer, far superior iPad.

Love this ipad-so fast and helpful. Just the right size to handle easily and still be able to view the details on screen.

We're enjoying it, the kids love to play their games on it. We bought it for trips so we don't have to bring the laptop and so far, it's perfect for...

In our review of Apple's original iPad mini last year, we remarked that its exceptional iOS app catalogue, outstanding build quality and super light weight were only let down by a mediocre screen.

Excellent battery life; Retina screen a big upgrade; Fast; snappy performance

More expensive than predecessor; Screen can't match iPad Air

After the fanfare that heralded the new iPad Air, Apple was rather less effusive about the new, upgraded edition of its compact tablet – the iPad mini with Retina display. Yet, while it shares the same body as last year's model (which remains on sale at the lower price of $349), there's plenty to...

We were sceptical when Apple launched the original iPad, but it's proved a roaring success. Where previous attempts at tablet computing have repeatedly stalled (anyone remember the MID?), Apple got it just right, completely reinvigorating the tablet market in the process.

A hands-on look at Apple's new iPad mini 7.9 inch tablet.

The apple iPad 2 is and amazing tablet with little to flaw. The amazing screen topped off with easy use make this iPad better than any other tablet our there. The apple iPad 2 16gb has all the required space to store all of your songs and games with easy access to get more via iTunes.