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iPad Mini 8: Apple Has Tested Both 60Hz and 120Hz ProMotion Displays

Apple is testing both 60Hz and 120Hz ProMotion displays for the upcoming iPad Mini 8, though the final panel choice remains unknown. Mark Gurman reports that the device will feature an OLED display, which is expected to make the tablet significantly more expensive than the current model. Regulatory filings in France suggest a new model is imminent and may include a revised Smart Folio case for a device identified as A3632. Some reports suggest a potential announcement date of October 27.

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  • ✓ Apple has tested both 60Hz and 120Hz ProMotion displays for the next iPad mini.
  • ✓ The upcoming iPad mini will feature an OLED display.
  • ✓ French regulatory filings listed a Smart Folio for iPad mini A3632.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 12 independent reporting domains (80% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

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Mark Gurman revealed Apple tested two different refresh rates for the next iPad mini's OLED panel.

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  1. Apple Tests 60Hz and 120Hz ProMotion Displays for iPad Mini 8

    Apple is testing both 60Hz and 120Hz ProMotion displays for the upcoming iPad Mini 8, though the final panel choice remains unknown. Mark Gurman reports that the device will feature an OLED display, which is expected to make the tablet significantly more expensive than the current model. Regulatory filings in France suggest a new model is imminent and may include a revised Smart Folio case for a device identified as A3632. Some reports suggest a potential announcement date of October 27.

    Why it matters

    The iPad mini has historically lacked the high refresh rates found in the Pro line. Moving to OLED and ProMotion would align the mini with the premium display standards of the iPad Pro.

    What is confirmed

    • Apple has tested both 60Hz and 120Hz ProMotion displays for the next iPad mini.
    • The upcoming iPad mini will feature an OLED display.
    • French regulatory filings listed a Smart Folio for iPad mini A3632.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Apple will announce the iPad Mini 8 on October 27.

    What to watch next

    • Official announcement of the iPad Mini 8 display specifications
    • Confirmation of the retail price increase
    • Release of the A3632 model and compatible Smart Folio
    Sources used for this update (14)
    1. www.macrumors.com — MacRumors: Apple News and Rumors
    2. 9to5mac.com — 9to5Mac - Apple News & Mac Rumors Breaking All Day
    3. 9to5Mac — Bloomberg: New iPad mini with OLED display will be significantly more expensive than current model
    4. forums.macrumors.com — Apple Reportedly Cuts iPhone 18 Pro Orders After Price Hike Dampens Demand | Page 5 | MacRumors Forums
    5. MacRumors — iPad Mini 8: Apple Has Tested Both 60Hz and 120Hz ProMotion Displays
    6. MacRumors — Oops, Apple's Website Just Hinted at iPad Mini 8
    7. AppleInsider — Gurman: Apple tested 120Hz and 60Hz displays for OLED iPad
    8. Mashable — Best Apple deal: Save $29.01 on the 128GB iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi)
    9. www.mogazmasr.com — Apple’s French filing points to Ipad Mini 8 and a new Smart Folio — Mogaz
    10. www.el-balad.com — Apple Lists Smart Folio for A3632 Ahead of Ipad Mini 8 - El-Balad.com
    11. www.macrumors.com — iPad Mini 8: Apple Has Tested Both 60Hz and 120Hz ProMotion ...
    12. www.ithinkdiff.com — Apple Tested 120Hz and 60Hz OLED Displays for the iPad Mini 8
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