Bloomberg: New OLED iPad mini could cost about $799
Apple may introduce the next iPad mini later this month at a price near $799. That would be about $200 above the current 128GB entry model, which starts at $599.
A forecast as of publication. An announcement and on-sale availability require separate confirmation.
Apple is preparing to introduce the next-generation iPad mini later this month, with its entry price potentially rising to about $799. Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman reported the estimate.
The current iPad mini starts at $599 with 128GB of storage. If the reported pricing becomes reality, the increase would be about $200 and would place the tablet above the current entry price of the 11-inch iPad Air.
OLED display and redesigned chassis
The new iPad mini is expected to receive an OLED display for the first time, along with thinner bezels and a redesigned chassis. Apple may also upgrade its speaker system and processor.
Earlier reports indicate that the device could use the A20 Pro chip, also found in Apple’s high-end iPhone 18 Pro models. It remains unclear whether its OLED panel will match the iPad Pro’s tandem OLED display technically.
120Hz support remains uncertain
Reports about support for 120Hz ProMotion have conflicted. The available information does not establish which configuration Apple will ultimately choose.
The new iPad mini may be announced at a media event later this month alongside new OLED MacBook Pro models. Earlier, on Tuesday, Apple is scheduled to hold its “Welcome home” event focused on a smart-home strategy and its first smart-home display product.
What we know
- The next iPad mini could cost about $799, roughly $200 more than the current entry model.
- The current 128GB iPad mini starts at $599.
- The tablet is expected to get its first OLED display, thinner bezels and a redesigned chassis.
- An A20 Pro chip is expected, but 120Hz ProMotion support remains unconfirmed.
Trust: Single source
- The story relies on one publisher. A second independent confirmation has not been established from the cited sources.
- Sources: 9to5Mac.
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