{
  "id": 17005008,
  "title": "iPad mini 8 hands-on: I like it even more than iPhone Duo",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/ipad-mini-8-hands-on-i-like-it-even-more-than-iphone-duo",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-29T04:15:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Guide",
    "slug": "tom-s-guide",
    "url": "https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/ipads/ipad-mini-8-hands-on-i-like-it-even-more-than-iphone-duo"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The new iPad mini 8 showcases a powerful chip, a larger display, and a sleeker design compared to the iPhone Duo. The 8.5-inch OLED display on the iPad mini 8 offers superior color and contrast when compared to the 7.6-inch screen on the iPhone Duo. The iPad mini 8 is also thinner and lighter than its predecessor, while maintaining an IP67 water and dust rating. With the same A20 Pro chip as the iPhone 18 Pro series, the iPad mini 8 delivers impressive performance for gaming, editing, and 3D modeling. The iPad mini 8's camera placement and improved sound quality further enhance its appeal. Despite costing $100 more than the iPad mini 7, the upgrades are considered worthwhile for those seeking a versatile device that combines a tablet and phone's functionality.",
  "summary": "Apple's smallest tablet has been long overdue for an upgrade and based on my first impressions, the new iPad mini 8 delivers and then some.",
  "key_points": [
    "iPad mini 8 features A20 Pro chip like iPhone 18 Pro series",
    "8.5-inch OLED display offers superior color and contrast",
    "Thinner, lighter design maintains IP67 water and dust rating"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The enhanced hardware and larger display position this device as a premium hybrid that justifies a higher price point for users seeking professional performance in a compact form factor.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}