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Hi, I was wondering if the screen digitizer replacement for the ipad mini 1st gen could be used as a replacement for the newer ipad mini Retina, would it work, are the digitizers interchangeable between the two generations? If not, is ifixit going to start selling an ipad mini retina replacement soon? Thx Part in question: iPad Mini (1st Gen/Retina) Front Panel Digitizer Assembly Product code: IF122-001-1 Apple Part #: 820-3291-A, 820-3291
It is exactly the same! The dual broadcom chips as well as the connector, as well as even Apple’s own part number on the IC chip is the same. So yes, you can interchange between the 1st and 2nd gen mini.
Yes, the digitizer are the same for both iPad Mini models.
Yes, they are the same and compatible. Both the digitizer and IC Chip are the same. Don’t worry the models, they are all compatible.
I just tryied to intercharge digitizers between ipad mini and ipad mini retina. Models A1490, A1455. These are not compatible. Each other is not working in other model, but when returned to its original ipad mini, it works. Even home button is non responsive. Connector and dimensions are the same, but it just not work.
I have a newer generation Ipad mini 2, purchased in 2015. Could I use an older model replacement digitized with the button already soldered?
Slight expansion of the interchangeability question, I have an Ipad air first gen with cracked glass, any chance that a regular Ipad glass/digitizer would fit on this puppy?
