Key facts
- New iPad mini features an 8.5-inch OLED display and A20 Pro chip.
- Device thickness is 5.4 mm.
- Peak brightness is up to 1,200 nits.
- Pre-orders begin October 28, with availability starting November 6.
Apple on Monday announced a new iPad mini featuring an 8.5-inch OLED display and powered by the A20 Pro chip. The device, which is 5.4 mm thick, offers enhanced AI capabilities with Apple Intelligence and Siri. It boasts a peak brightness of up to 1,200 nits, a 2 million:1 contrast ratio, and a new nano-texture display option to reduce glare. The updated tablet also includes a 12-megapixel center stage front camera, faster wireless and cellular connectivity, and fast-charge support. The new iPad mini starts at $699 for the Wi-Fi model and $849 for the Wi-Fi and cellular model. Pre-orders begin October 28, with availability starting November 6.