Apple is reportedly planning a significant upgrade for the next iPad mini, featuring an OLED display, the A20 Pro chip, and potential hardware enhancements. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman suggests the starting price could reach $799, a notable increase from the current $599 model.
The device is expected to feature a single-layer LTPS OLED panel, likely maintaining a 60Hz refresh rate rather than adopting the 120Hz ProMotion technology found in the iPad Pro. Internal upgrades may include an increase to 12GB of RAM, up from the current 8GB, to support advanced AI tasks.
Design changes may include relocating the FaceTime camera to the landscape bezel and a redesigned speaker system. There are also reports of potential water resistance and the integration of Apple's proprietary N1 wireless chip, supporting Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.
The potential $799 price point would position the device higher than the 11-inch iPad Air, which starts at $749. This shift reflects a move toward higher-end specifications, though the final pricing and full technical details remain unconfirmed by Apple.
The new iPad mini is rumored to launch in late October, possibly around October 27, alongside new MacBook Pro models. Consumers are advised that these details are based on industry reports and predictions rather than official announcements.
