The embargo breaks today, and Apple's littlest iPad is getting rave reviews for its speedy chip (same as iPhone 13), great screen and small size. Check the roundup of the early reviews.

In other news:

• As they say, f**k around and find out. Even though the Epic Games v. Apple trial is over, the Fortnite developer is still banned from the App Store -- for previously violating Apple's service agreement.

• Tim Cook is cracking down on leakers, according to a new memo that was immediately leaked.

• If you have a new iPhone 13 coming in a few days, you might want to check out a few case options. Be warned: Old iPhone cases won't fit.

-- Leander Kahney, EIC.

2021 iPad mini review roundup: Splendidly small yet super-powerful — www.cultofmac.com

The 2021 iPad mini looks like a spectacular upgrade over its predecessors, with an edge-to-edge Liquid Retina display, Apple’s newest A15 Bionic chip and features like USB-C connectivity. But is it worth your hard-earned cash?

‘Duplicitous conduct’ earns 'Fortnite' extended App Store ban — www.cultofmac.com

The first phase of the legal war between Apple and Epic Games is over, and a federal court agreed with the game developer on some major points. But Apple refuses to reinstate Fortnite and other Epic titles to its App Store during the appeals process.

Apple intensifies its war on leakers — www.cultofmac.com

CEO Tim Cook is fed up with Apple employees who leak details of upcoming devices to the press. He sent out a company-wide memo that said, “People who leak confidential information do not belong here.” The memo was quickly leaked to the press.

Has your iPhone 13 shipped yet? Here’s how to track it the right way — www.cultofmac.com

If you’re tracking your iPhone 13’s preorder status through the Apple website or Apple Store app, chances are you’re still seeing a “preparing to ship” notice. But in actual fact, it’s likely your new handset has already begun its journey to you. Here’s how to find out if your new handset is on the move.

Charge all your devices in one spot with 30% off this wired and wireless MagSafe charging station — www.cultofmac.com

Ready to seriously cut clutter? You can replace your tangled mess of chargers for all your Apple devices with this combo charging station. The 5-in-1 MagSafe Wireless and Wired Charging Station comes with three wireless charging spots, plus a USB port.

PSA: iPhone 13 series is incompatible with most earlier cases — www.cultofmac.com

While the iPhone 13 has drawn some criticism for being a minor update, improvements to the cameras mean that none of the new handsets are compatible with tight-fitting cases designed for earlier models.

Grab a recycled iPhone 13 case from Casetify’s collection — www.cultofmac.com

If you like to use products made from recycled materials, Casetify has you covered when it comes to iPhone 13 covers. Its collection features several styles of MagSafe-compatible cases, both recycled and upcycled, with solid drop protection and options for personalization.

Get military-grade protection with new Survivor iPhone 13 cases — www.cultofmac.com

Survivor deploys its new MagSafe-compatible iPhone 13 cases featuring (literally) military-grade protection for your new Apple handset.

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One more thing ...

"See, one of the things you have to remember is that we started off with a very idealistic perspective -- that doing something with the highest quality, doing it right the first time, would really be cheaper than having to go back and do it again." -- Steve Jobs