Apple’s Next‑Gen iPad mini Might Carry a Hefty Price Tag

Apple is gearing up to unveil a brand‑new iPad mini later this month, and the buzz isn’t just about a slimmer bezel or a brighter display. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the next‑generation mini could start around $799 – a noticeable bump from today’s $599 entry‑level price.

That $200 jump isn’t trivial; it would actually push the mini’s base price above the 11‑inch iPad Air’s current starting point. Apple will, of course, argue you’re getting a lot more for the extra cash, and on paper the upgrades do sound enticing.

First up, the long‑awaited OLED panel. This would be the first time the mini sports an OLED screen, promising deeper blacks and punchier colours. Apple is also expected to tighten the bezels, giving the little tablet a more modern, almost iPad‑Pro‑like feel.

Under the hood, the rumor mill points to the A20 Pro chip – the same silicon that powers the iPhone 18 Pro lineup. Pair that with an upgraded speaker system, and you’ve got a mini that’s not just prettier, but noticeably faster and louder.

There are still a few unanswered questions, though. Will the OLED match the Pro’s industry‑leading tandem panel? And will the device support the buttery‑smooth 120 Hz ProMotion refresh rate, or will it settle for the standard 60 Hz?

The official reveal is slated for a media event later this month, likely alongside Apple’s new OLED‑backed MacBook Pros. Before that, Apple will host a ‘Welcome Home’ showcase on Tuesday, where it will roll out its first dedicated smart‑home display. Stay tuned – the iPad mini story is still unfolding.