A:AnswerNo, unfortunately not and don't try to force it. The 2 is slightly thicker and this case is made to fit like a glove. It won't snap in properly. It looks like it will but don't do it. I have the regular iPad mini and I was so bummed when I tried to switch it.
A:AnswerI do not see how you can connect it. Its a plastic case after all. I do not think you can realistically protect any device from theft unless it strapped into some sort of box with an alarm,