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DigiTimes reports Apple plans OLED upgrades for five devices—iPad mini, MacBook Pro, iPad Air, iMac, and MacBook Air—between 2026 and 2028. The timeline suggests iPad mini and MacBook Pro could switch as early as 2026, iPad Air OLED around 2027, and MacBook Air and iMac OLED in 2027–2028, with a new iPad Air this year expected to still use LCD. OLED panels offer richer color and better contrast, though brightness and aging can be concerns.
The upcoming iPad Mini is rumored to feature an OLED display and be powered by the new A20 Pro chip, indicating significant upgrades in display technology and processing power.
Amazon and Best Buy are offering significant discounts on the latest-generation iPad Mini, reducing its price to $349 for the base Wi-Fi model and $449 for the 256GB version, marking the lowest prices since its launch. The iPad Mini features the A17 Pro chip, support for Apple Pencil Pro, and improved Wi-Fi and USB-C speeds, making it a portable and powerful option for users.
Apple is expected to have a nearly $140 billion holiday quarter, with new retail displays, an OLED screen overhaul for several iPads and MacBook Air, and upcoming releases of iOS 26.1 and 26.2. The company is also working on a vapor chamber for the iPad Pro in 2027.
The upcoming iPad mini 8 is rumored to feature an OLED display, a more water-resistant chassis, and the new A19 Pro chip, with a potential release in 2026 or 2027. It is expected to be more expensive, possibly up to $100 more, and may include a size increase from 8.3 to 8.7 inches. The device's release date remains uncertain, but a launch in 2026 is plausible.
Apple plans to expand its use of OLED displays to more devices including the iPad Mini, MacBook Air, and iPad Air, with the iPad Mini expected to feature OLED as soon as next year, potentially increasing its price by up to $100. The transition to OLED for other devices like the MacBook Air may take several years, possibly arriving no earlier than 2028, while OLED on a touchscreen MacBook Pro could appear by 2026 or 2027.
Apple is planning to upgrade its MacBook Air, iPad mini, and iPad Air lines with OLED displays, starting with the iPad mini as early as next year, which will feature richer colors and deeper contrasts, potentially at a higher cost. The company is also exploring water resistance and new speaker systems for these devices, with the OLED transition expected to enhance display quality across its product lineup, although some updates like the iPad Air will still use LCDs for now.
Apple products are on significant sale for Labor Day, including discounts on AirPods, MacBook Air, iPad Mini, iPad Air, MacBook Pro, and accessories like AirTags and Apple Pencil Pro, with some prices hitting all-time lows. Additionally, Disney+ and Hulu bundle deals are available, and new iPhone 17 colors and features are rumored to be announced at an upcoming event.
Apple accidentally revealed details of upcoming devices through code, including an M5 chip for the Vision Pro 2 headset, an A19 Pro chip for the new iPad Mini, a potential upgrade to the Apple TV with the A17 Pro chip, and an updated HomePod Mini with a new chip architecture, indicating significant hardware upgrades across its product line.
Apple has acknowledged its previous mistake with the iPad mini's limited multitasking capabilities by introducing iPadOS 26, which brings a Mac-inspired window management system that allows for flexible app resizing and movement on all iPads, including the mini, along with other enhancements like a Menu Bar, customizable folders, and PDF markup tools.
Amazon is offering a record low price of $379 on the latest 2025 iPad Mini (128GB, WiFi), a compact and powerful tablet with a vivid Liquid Retina display, A17 Pro chip, and advanced features, exclusively for Prime members during Prime Day.
During the 4th of July sales, Apple products like the newest iPad and iPad mini are available at record-low prices, with the iPad at $299 and the iPad mini at $399 on Amazon, making it a great time to buy as these deals are fleeting and prices may rise after Prime Day.
Harish Jonnalagadda shares his positive experience with the iPad mini, highlighting its perfect size for reading and portability, its good display quality, and its suitability for travel and casual use, despite some limitations compared to larger iPads.
Amazon and other retailers are offering significant Memorial Day discounts on Apple products including AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad mini, iPad, Apple Pencil Pro, and MacBook Air, with notable price drops and bundle offers across various models and accessories.
Apple is reportedly planning to launch an OLED version of the iPad Mini as early as 2026, marking a significant upgrade in display technology for the device.