{
  "id": 10220140,
  "title": "Leak shows a new iPad mini is on the way, even after Apple's folding iPhone",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/leak-shows-a-new-ipad-mini-is-on-the-way-even-after-apples-folding",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-27T13:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/tablets/ipad-mini/iphone-duo-unfoldable-edition-leak-shows-a-new-ipad-mini-is-on-the-way-even-after-apples-folding-iphone-and-rumored-homepod-mini-2-colors-appear-too"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "An 8th-generation iPad mini has been discovered in Apple's code, suggesting a potential refresh of the smallest iPad in the lineup. This new model, tentatively called the iPad mini 8, could launch as early as next month, following the same October release schedule as previous iterations. According to MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris, the upcoming iPad mini features a landscape front-facing camera and a small groove in the display glass, likely for a speaker. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that the device might also introduce improved water resistance. The news comes at a time when Apple is set to unveil the iPhone Duo, a foldable smartphone that will debut alongside other new iPhones. Despite this, the iPad mini 8 appears poised to continue its market presence. Notably, the new iPad mini will face a price difference compared to the iPhone Duo - starting at $599 for the current model, versus $1,999 for the iPhone Duo's base configuration. Additionally, rumors suggest that the HomePod mini 2 might debut in a range of new colors, including green, pink, blue, white, and black, marking a departure from its current palette.",
  "summary": "We can expect more Apple products in October, including a new iPad mini and a second HomePod mini.",
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        "published": "2026-09-27T10:15:00.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}