Apple’s next iPad mini is almost ready, here’s what to expect
Apple has a lot in store for this fall, headlined by the iPhone Ultra and iPhone 18 Pro launching next month. Apple is also working on a new iPad mini, and a new report today suggests it’s coming in October.
Apple is set to unveil its upcoming iPad mini in October, according to insights shared in Mark Gurman's Power On newsletter. The next-generation device will likely make its debut via a separate announcement, rather than during the "Surprise and Shine" event scheduled for next month. This marks the first update to the iPad mini in two years, following the October 2024 release that introduced the A17 Pro chip, Apple Pencil Pro support, and Apple Intelligence compatibility.
The price of the iPad mini has since increased by $100, now retailing at $599, with the device currently available for $569 on Amazon.
Industry experts are curious about how the launch of the foldable iPhone Ultra might impact the iPad mini's market position. While it offers a 2-in-1 iPhone and iPad mini form factor, it is unlikely that the iPhone Ultra will cannibalize the standalone iPad mini, as many users prefer keeping their iPad and iPhone separate.
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