Apple unveils the 8th-generation iPad mini
The iPad mini is trending because Apple revealed its most significant update to the device yet. The new 8th-generation model introduces a larger OLED display, a more powerful processor, and water resistance.
What happened
- 27 Oct, 2026
Apple unveils the new iPad mini with an A20 Pro chip and 8.5-inch OLED screen [1], [2].
- 28 Oct, 2026
Pre-orders for the tablet and new Smart Folio begin [1], [2].
- 6 Nov, 2026
The device becomes available in stores and for delivery [1], [2].
What you need to know
The tablet starts at $699 for the 128GB Wi-Fi model [2].
It features an IP67 rating for dust and water protection [1], [2].
The 8.5-inch display is brighter and thinner than previous versions [1], [2].
The front camera has moved to the landscape edge [1], [2].
It is not specified if any colors other than midnight and starlight will be offered.
Background
The 8th-generation iPad mini is 5.4 mm thick and uses the A20 Pro chip, which was previously used in the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo [1], [2]. It runs on iPadOS 27, which includes updated Siri AI and Apple Intelligence [1].
The new Super Retina XDR display replaces IPS technology with OLED, allowing for deeper blacks and a peak brightness of 1,200 nits [1], [2]. A nano-texture matte option is available for higher-storage models [1], [2].
Hardware capabilities vary by storage size; the 512GB model includes a dual 16-core Neural Engine and six CPU cores, while lower storage versions have a single NPU and five CPU cores [2].
Questions people ask
How much does the new iPad mini cost?
Prices start at $699 for 128GB, $799 for 256GB, and $999 for 512GB [2].
What is the screen size of the new model?
The display has increased to 8.5 inches, up from 8.3 inches in the previous generation [1], [2].
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