iPad mini with OLED is OFFICIAL: Everything You Need to Know!

Apple’s new iPad mini is here with an 8.5-inch OLED display, A20 Pro chip, a thinner design, and IP67 water resistance—but it now starts at $699. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2026 iPad mini announcement. We break down the OLED display and nano-texture option, performance upgrades, new speaker system, landscape Center Stage camera, Wi-Fi 7, iPadOS 27, colors, and Apple Pencil support. Preorders open October 28, with availability beginning November 6. Are these upgrades worth the higher price? Let us know in the comments, and subscribe to MacRumors for our upcoming coverage. 00:00 New iPad mini overview 00:22 OLED display and nano-texture 01:23 Thinner design and water resistance 01:52 New Acoustic Display speakers 02:23 A20 Pro performance 03:21 Camera upgrades 03:44 Connectivity and charging 04:07 iPadOS 27 and Apple Intelligence 04:22 Colors, Smart Folio, and Apple Pencil 04:42 Pricing and storage 05:21 Release date and final thoughts #iPadMini #iPadMiniOLED #Apple 🌐 Connect with Dan: 𝕏: https://twitter.com/danbarbera Instagram: https://instagram.com/danbarbera1 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@macrumors Dan's YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/danbarbera1 🎙️ Follow The MacRumors Show Podcast: https://youtube.com/@TheMacRumorsShow ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 The most popular Apple News & Rumors site on the Internet. Welcome to MacRumors, your ultimate destination for in-depth and insightful Mac reviews, where we go beyond the surface to bring you a comprehensive look at everything Apple & Mac! 🍎✨ 🖥️💻Thorough Reviews: We meticulously test and evaluate each product, exploring the features, performance, and understanding its capabilities. 🔍 In-Depth Analysis: Dive deep into the intricacies of Apple's latest technologies and innovations. 🌐 Mac News & Rumors: Stay up-to-date with our coverage of the latest tech news, and be the first to know about upcoming new Apple product releases, updates, and developments. 🔧 Apple Accessories: Enhance your Mac experience with our reviews and recommendations for must-have accessories. 💡 Tips & Tricks: Unlock the full potential of your Mac with our tips and tricks that make your user experience easy. Subscribe now and join our community of Mac enthusiasts!