Apple will likely announce a new iPad mini within the next few weeks. It’s been three years since Cupertino last improved its smallest tablet, and there are several features we expect Apple to add to the iPad mini 7 that make it a solid choice for buyers.
While a redesign and new display technology are expected in 2026 or 2027, there are at least five other features we think Apple will add to the iPad mini 7.
A18 chip: When Apple announced the iPad mini 6, the company added the latest A15 Bionic chip exclusive to the iPhone 13. If Cupertino follows that trend, this new iPad will have an A18 chip. With this, Apple is doubling the performance of this new iPad while also improving memory bandwidth and power efficiency.
Apple intelligence: There are only two iPad models that don’t include Apple Intelligence: the mini and base model options. Since the iPad mini is more similar to the iPad Air with a smaller display, it’s likely that Apple will add 8GB of RAM to the device to allow it to run Apple Intelligence features.
Apple Pencil Pro: Apple has messed up the Apple Pencil product. There are four different accessories that work with different iPads. If the company wants to make sense of this confusing lineup, it could add support for Apple Pencil Pro with this upcoming tablet. This will add support for squeeze gestures, haptic feedback, and Find My integration.
Camera tweaks: Currently, the only iPad that doesn’t have a front-facing camera on the side edge is the iPad mini. The switch may occur in the next iteration. But I wouldn’t be surprised if Apple didn’t tweak this iPad’s camera. Because the iPad is the most portable and the easiest to use in portrait orientation.
Improved connectivity: New iPhones offer Wi-Fi 7 functionality. but, BGR We expect Apple to upgrade the iPad mini 7 with Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and possibly eSIM technology instead of a physical SIM tray.
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The new iPad mini 7 is likely to be announced at an Apple event in October. Are these features enough to upgrade to this tablet? BGR We will let you know as soon as we know more details.
