OLED iPad Air Rumored to Launch in Two Sizes in Early 2027
Apple is expected to replace the LCD screens in both sizes of the iPad Air with OLED displays in the first half of 2027, according to DigiTimes . An ‌OLED‌ ‌iPad Air‌ has been rumored for over a year. Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman reported in October 2025 that Apple was developing one and that it was unlikely to arrive before 2027. He narrowed that window to the first half of 2027…
Apple is expected to introduce the OLED iPad Air in two sizes later this year, according to new reports from the tech industry. DigiTimes is the source of the information, which suggests that both the iPad Air and iPad mini will soon be equipped with OLED displays. The story mentions that Apple has been developing an OLED iPad Air for over a year, with earlier reports indicating it would launch in the first half of 2027.
Samsung Display is anticipated to provide most of the iPad Air panels, while BOE is seeking orders for one of the two sizes. If BOE successfully secures the order, Samsung could become Apple's largest supplier of OLED iPad panels overall. The iPad Pro is expected to retain its lead for OLED panel supply, with LG Display slated to maintain this position for the iPad Pro.
Industry estimates suggest that 4 million to 5 million units of the iPad Air and iPad mini will be shipped in 2027, while 3 million to 4 million units of the iPad Pro will be sold. The iPad Air and iPad Pro estimates cover both screen sizes. The current M4 iPad Air models feature LCD screens, but a switch to OLED would make the iPad Air Apple's third iPad line to use the technology, following the iPad Pro in 2024 and the 8.5-inch iPad mini.
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