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Apple Launches OLED iPad Mini

Apple launches the eighth-generation iPad mini on October 26, 2026, priced at $699 with an 8.5-inch OLED display and A20 Pro chip. Pre-orders start October 28, with availability on November 6 in 36 countries. The device features IP67 resistance and a new Acoustic Display system. Price increases $100 from previous $599 model. New TechWoven Smart Folio costs $79.

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What changedNew Acoustic Display speakers enable IP67 water resistance
Apple Announces iPad Mini and More
AAppleInsider·about 2 hours ago
Apple Unveils Eighth-Generation iPad mini
NNotebookcheck·about 3 hours ago
What changedAcoustic Display audio system uses screen to produce sound
Apple's New iPad Mini Gets OLED and Water Resistance
CCNET·about 3 hours ago
Apple Launches New iPad Mini With Acoustic Display
MMacRumors·about 3 hours ago
Apple Unveils A20 Pro Chip in iPad mini
AApple Newsroom India·about 3 hours ago
Apple updates the iPad Mini with a larger OLED display
TThe Verge·about 3 hours ago
Apple debuts OLED iPad mini this week
99to5Mac·1 day ago

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