iPad mini 8 rumored to feature OLED & A19 Pro

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Apple's future iPad mini is expected to release in 2026 at the earliest, and it may have an A19 Pro and OLED display.

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iPad mini 8 to get A19 Pro



There has been some demand, at least among Apple power users, for an iPad mini that sports pro-level specs. While ProMotion isn't on the way, a chip bump and new display may be.

According to a code leak discovered by MacRumors, Apple is planning to use the A19 Pro that will debut in iPhone 17 Pro in the iPad mini 8, codenamed J510/J511. While the updated tablet isn't expected for a while, internal preparations for the device have no doubt begun.

There haven't been many in the way of rumors for niche iPad mini, but a reliable source did share one tidbit. According to display supply chain analyst and leaker Ross Young, the next iPad mini will get OLED.

Those that own both an iPad mini and one of the latest iPad Pros will note the significant difference in display quality between the two. OLED would be a significant leap for the tiny tablet.

Couple that with a jump from the A17 Pro to A19 Pro and the iPad mini 8 could be a must-have upgrade for fans of the tablet. However, it may have some competition from inside Apple if the iPhone Fold launches in 2026 as well.

The leaked code also suggests that Apple is working on the next entry-level iPad, codenamed J581/J582. It'll get the A18 processor, which will allow it to finally access Apple Intelligence.

Rumor Score: Likely

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  • Reply 1 of 5
    iOS_Guy80ios_guy80 Posts: 980member
    Been using the iPad mini for years, always upgrade, just a superlative device. Cannot remember the exact year  but I traded in my iPad Air for the mini and also purchased the iPad Pro (large screen) which I also upgrade on a regular basis.
    williamlondon
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  • Reply 2 of 5
    YP101yp101 Posts: 185member

    If Apple launches the iPhone Fold, then the iPad Mini is a dead product.

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  • Reply 3 of 5
    thttht Posts: 6,039member
    If it has 12 to 16 GB RAM, it will make a nice PC if an its display can be extended to an external monitor. 

    An A19 Pro is going to perform like an M2 to M3 SoC. 

    We’re getting ever closer to iPhones providing a good desktop experience if their displays can be used extended to a larger external monitor and with support for multitasking. 
    muthuk_vanalingamSmittyWwilliamlondon
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  • Reply 4 of 5
    roundaboutnowroundaboutnow Posts: 771member
    I wish there was an "entry level" iPad mini priced equal to or preferably less than the entry level iPad. Seems odd to have to pay $150 more for the smaller mini compared to the basic iPad.
    williamlondon
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  • Reply 5 of 5
    yyzguyyyzguy Posts: 86member
    YP101 said:

    If Apple launches the iPhone Fold, then the iPad Mini is a dead product.

    So we can spend 3x for a gimmicky and fragile device and have to pay for a data plan on top?  I think the mini will be ok.
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