The new iPad mini is set to be revamped with an OLED display, and the use of the A20 Pro is under consideration. It has been reported that it could arrive as early as October, while the possibility of adopting a water-resistant body and hole-free speakers has also been reported.
The OLED display is being reported as the biggest change to the new iPad mini (8th generation). It will replace the LCD used in the current model, and the information suggests that improvements in black levels, color reproduction and contrast can be expected. There has also been speculation that ProMotion may remain at 60Hz, but this has not been confirmed.
The chip is expected to be upgraded from the current A17 Pro to the A20 Pro, with improvements in processing performance and support for features from the iOS 27 era reportedly expected. There have also been reports that the design of the new speaker system and the placement of the front-facing camera were identified from references in the code.
Bloomberg reports that Apple is testing the iPad mini's enclosure to bring it closer to a waterproof design, and that it could offer water resistance comparable to the iPhone. If a water-resistant body is achieved, some believe its practicality as an e-reader would improve.
The new iPad mini is reportedly being targeted for release as early as October, but its price has not been determined. The current model's price range has also been cited as reference information, but it will be necessary to wait for the official announcement.