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Apple to launch OLED iPad mini in October 2026

Apple is preparing the biggest refresh of its iPad mini in five years. Supply‑chain leaks reported by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman indicate that the compact tablet, codenamed J510, will receive an 8.4‑inch LTPS OLED panel – the first OLED screen for the mini line – and will retain a 60 Hz refresh rate, omitting ProMotion. The redesign also adds a water‑resistant sealed chassis with a vibration‑based speaker system and a new A19 Pro (or possibly A20) processor to boost AI and graphics performance. Pricing is expected to rise by roughly $100, with a starting price around $699 (≈ €800). The launch is slated for October 2026, aligning with Apple’s typical fall rollout schedule. Apple will follow the mini with refreshed entry‑level iPad (code J581) in early 2027 and updated iPad Air and iPad Pro models in spring 2027.

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