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Rumors suggest Apple’s foldable iPhone Ultra could launch at about $2.3K–$2.5K and, when opened, reveal a 7.8-inch 4:3 OLED display roughly the size of an iPad mini, signaling a blend of iPhone and iPad features ahead of the September event.
ETNews reports Samsung Display has begun mass production of OLED panels for Apple's upcoming OLED iPad mini, with OLED MacBook Pro panels slated to start in July; the iPad mini is expected to switch from LCD to OLED with a late-2026 launch, while the MacBook Pro OLED (potentially with touchscreen) is planned for late 2026 or early 2027, as Samsung and LG supply panels and BOE reportedly sits out parts of the iPhone 18 supply chain.
Rumors suggest Apple’s next iPad mini will switch from LCD to OLED (potentially around 8.7 inches), be powered by a mid-tier A19 Pro chip, and gain water-resistance features and a vibration-based speaker design, with a launch possibly in late 2026 and a notably higher starting price than today’s $499, though exact specs and costs remain unconfirmed.
Rumors suggest Apple’s next iPad mini will switch from LCD to OLED, possibly expanding to about 8.7 inches and using the mid‑tier A19 Pro chip. The design may gain water resistance and a vibration-based speaker system to seal the chassis. A launch is expected in 2026 (with some reports pointing to 2027), and pricing could rise by up to $100 from today’s $499 starting point, making the 10th‑gen iPad a cheaper alternative for some buyers.
Apple plans to upgrade the iPad mini and the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro lines to OLED displays later this year, with Samsung supplying the panels. The move would bring OLED’s deeper colors and true blacks to more Apple devices, and the iPad mini is also rumored to gain new chips, a vibration-based speaker system, and water resistance, while the MacBook Pro lineup could gain M6 Pro/Max chips, a touchscreen, Dynamic Island, and a thinner design. Apple is expected to announce these updates in fall 2026, with OLED iPad Air reportedly arriving next year.
DigiTimes reports Apple plans OLED upgrades for five devices—iPad mini, MacBook Pro, iPad Air, iMac, and MacBook Air—between 2026 and 2028. The timeline suggests iPad mini and MacBook Pro could switch as early as 2026, iPad Air OLED around 2027, and MacBook Air and iMac OLED in 2027–2028, with a new iPad Air this year expected to still use LCD. OLED panels offer richer color and better contrast, though brightness and aging can be concerns.
The upcoming iPad Mini is rumored to feature an OLED display and be powered by the new A20 Pro chip, indicating significant upgrades in display technology and processing power.
Amazon and Best Buy are offering significant discounts on the latest-generation iPad Mini, reducing its price to $349 for the base Wi-Fi model and $449 for the 256GB version, marking the lowest prices since its launch. The iPad Mini features the A17 Pro chip, support for Apple Pencil Pro, and improved Wi-Fi and USB-C speeds, making it a portable and powerful option for users.
Apple is expected to have a nearly $140 billion holiday quarter, with new retail displays, an OLED screen overhaul for several iPads and MacBook Air, and upcoming releases of iOS 26.1 and 26.2. The company is also working on a vapor chamber for the iPad Pro in 2027.
The upcoming iPad mini 8 is rumored to feature an OLED display, a more water-resistant chassis, and the new A19 Pro chip, with a potential release in 2026 or 2027. It is expected to be more expensive, possibly up to $100 more, and may include a size increase from 8.3 to 8.7 inches. The device's release date remains uncertain, but a launch in 2026 is plausible.
Apple plans to expand its use of OLED displays to more devices including the iPad Mini, MacBook Air, and iPad Air, with the iPad Mini expected to feature OLED as soon as next year, potentially increasing its price by up to $100. The transition to OLED for other devices like the MacBook Air may take several years, possibly arriving no earlier than 2028, while OLED on a touchscreen MacBook Pro could appear by 2026 or 2027.
Apple is planning to upgrade its MacBook Air, iPad mini, and iPad Air lines with OLED displays, starting with the iPad mini as early as next year, which will feature richer colors and deeper contrasts, potentially at a higher cost. The company is also exploring water resistance and new speaker systems for these devices, with the OLED transition expected to enhance display quality across its product lineup, although some updates like the iPad Air will still use LCDs for now.
Apple products are on significant sale for Labor Day, including discounts on AirPods, MacBook Air, iPad Mini, iPad Air, MacBook Pro, and accessories like AirTags and Apple Pencil Pro, with some prices hitting all-time lows. Additionally, Disney+ and Hulu bundle deals are available, and new iPhone 17 colors and features are rumored to be announced at an upcoming event.
Apple accidentally revealed details of upcoming devices through code, including an M5 chip for the Vision Pro 2 headset, an A19 Pro chip for the new iPad Mini, a potential upgrade to the Apple TV with the A17 Pro chip, and an updated HomePod Mini with a new chip architecture, indicating significant hardware upgrades across its product line.
Apple has acknowledged its previous mistake with the iPad mini's limited multitasking capabilities by introducing iPadOS 26, which brings a Mac-inspired window management system that allows for flexible app resizing and movement on all iPads, including the mini, along with other enhancements like a Menu Bar, customizable folders, and PDF markup tools.