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Apple knows the iPad mini market, but internet unimpressed by 60Hz
9to5Mac • • technology
Key Points:
- Apple launched the latest iPad mini featuring a thinner, lighter design with an 8.5-inch OLED display, A20 Pro chip, improved cameras, and enhanced audio and connectivity, calling it their biggest update ever.
- Despite numerous upgrades, the iPad mini retains a 60Hz display refresh rate, sparking significant criticism online as many expected a modern 120Hz ProMotion display.
- Commentators expressed frustration over the outdated 60Hz refresh rate in a 2026 device, especially compared to Android competitors offering refresh rates as high as 185Hz.
- Apple’s decision may reflect the iPad mini’s traditional business use cases, where higher refresh rates are less critical, and the belief that most customers do not prioritize this feature.
- Nonetheless, critics argue that 120Hz displays are now standard even in cheaper devices, and Apple missed an opportunity to enhance user experience for those who value smoother visuals.
