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OLED iPad mini 8 debuting this week: Here's what's coming, and how much it'll cost
9to5Mac • • technology
Key Points:
- Apple is set to overhaul the iPad mini for the first time since 2021, introducing an OLED display that promises more vibrant colors and improved contrast, though it may retain a 60Hz refresh rate instead of the ProMotion 120Hz.
- The new iPad mini will feature the advanced A20 Pro chip with 12GB of memory, delivering significant performance boosts including a 60% increase in multi-core CPU power and a 166% improvement in GPU performance, enhancing Siri AI and on-device processing.
- Apple is reportedly making the iPad mini water-resistant for the first time, with redesigned casing and speakers to prevent water ingress.
- Pricing for the upcoming iPad mini is expected to start around $799, a notable increase from the current $599 base price, with uncertainty around whether the base storage will be 128GB or 256GB.
