{
  "id": 16610430,
  "title": "New iPad Mini Uses 'Acoustic Display' for Redesigned Speaker System",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/26/new-ipad-mini-uses-acoustic-display-for-redesigned-speaker-system",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-26T13:12:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MacRumors",
    "slug": "macrumors",
    "url": "https://www.macrumors.com/2026/10/26/new-ipad-mini-acoustic-display/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Apple has unveiled its latest iPad mini, featuring a groundbreaking audio system known as the Acoustic Display. This innovative technology utilizes the screen to enhance sound production. The system incorporates specially designed woofers integrated through the display, resulting in more powerful bass and higher volume. To handle higher frequencies, separate tweeters are discreetly positioned between the display glass and the aluminum enclosure. This combination of components aims to deliver an improved audio experience. The Acoustic Display's sealed enclosure also contributes to the new iPad mini's IP67 rating, indicating its resistance to dust and water. Priced starting at $699 for Wi-Fi models and $849 for Wi-Fi and Cellular versions, pre-orders commence on October 28, with availability kicking off on November 6.",
  "summary": "The new iPad mini features Apple's first \"Acoustic Display\" audio system , using the screen to help produce sound. The system pairs specially designed woofers through the display to deliver what Apple describes as punchier bass and higher volume. Separate tweeters, which handle higher frequencies, are concealed between the display glass and aluminum enclosure. Together, the components are…",
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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."
}