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Apple reveals updated iPad mini with a bigger OLED screen for $700

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Briefings

Apple unveiled the 8th-gen iPad mini with a 24% larger OLED display and A20 Pro chip, raising the price to $699. The device features a 5.4 mm thickness, IP67 water resistance, and a 1,200 nits peak brightness, marking a significant shift from IPS to OLED technology.

Key points

• The 8th-gen iPad mini features an OLED display with a 24% larger screen area compared to the previous model.
• The device is the thinnest iPad ever at 5.4 mm with an IP67 water and dust resistance rating.

Context

This update represents the most significant change to Apple's mid-size tablet lineup since the 2024 release, introducing OLED technology and the A20 Pro chip previously seen in the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single article from October 2026. Specific sales figures, exact production dates, and regional availability are not provided. The article does not confirm the device's market launch date or confirm the A20 Pro chip's availability in the iPad mini.

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