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Three new iPad models are reportedly launching early next year, here’s what’s coming

Apple intends to refresh its entire iPad lineup in the first half of 2027, including the iPad Pro, iPad Air, and the entry-level iPad. These updates follow the recent release of a refreshed iPad mini featuring an OLED screen. Reports suggest the iPad Air will be the first to adopt OLED technology, while the iPad Pro may include a vapor chamber for improved thermal management. No further iPad launches are expected for the remainder of 2027 following these initial releases.

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  • ✓ Apple plans to launch three new iPad models in the first half of 2027.
  • ✓ The upcoming refresh includes the iPad Pro, iPad Air, and entry-level iPad.
  • ✓ Apple recently released a refreshed iPad mini with an OLED display.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 13 independent reporting domains (85% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

What changed

Reports now specify that the iPad Air will receive an OLED screen and the iPad Pro will add a vapor chamber.

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  1. Apple reportedly planning three new iPad models for early 2027

    Apple intends to refresh its entire iPad lineup in the first half of 2027, including the iPad Pro, iPad Air, and the entry-level iPad. These updates follow the recent release of a refreshed iPad mini featuring an OLED screen. Reports suggest the iPad Air will be the first to adopt OLED technology, while the iPad Pro may include a vapor chamber for improved thermal management. No further iPad launches are expected for the remainder of 2027 following these initial releases.

    Why it matters

    This refresh marks a transition toward OLED displays across more of the tablet range. It follows the recent debut of an OLED iPad mini. The updates aim to integrate newer silicon architectures and modern networking components.

    What is confirmed

    • Apple plans to launch three new iPad models in the first half of 2027.
    • The upcoming refresh includes the iPad Pro, iPad Air, and entry-level iPad.
    • Apple recently released a refreshed iPad mini with an OLED display.

    Still unconfirmed

    • No iPad launches will occur in the second half of 2027.

    What to watch next

    • Official Apple confirmation of H1 2027 hardware specifications
    • Confirmation of M5 chip integration in the iPad Air
    Sources used for this update (13)
    1. MacRumors — Three New iPads Rumored to Launch in First Half of 2027
    2. AppleInsider — Remaining iPad updates still expected to arrive in early 2027
    3. BigGo Finance — Apple to Refresh Entire iPad Lineup in First Half of Next Year: Air to Get OLED First, Pro to Add Vapor Chamber
    4. Gadgets 360 — Apple to Reportedly Launch New iPad Air With OLED Screen, iPad Pro and Entry-Level iPad in H1 2027
    5. 9to5Mac — Three new iPad models are reportedly launching early next year, here’s what’s coming
    6. PCMag — Apple Reportedly Prepping 3 New iPads to Arrive In First Half of 2027
    7. Digit — Apple iPad 12, OLED iPad Air, M7 MacBook Pros and more tipped to launch in 2027: Here is what to expect
    8. www.theapplepost.com — Apple planning three new iPads for first half of 2027, with no launches expected later in year
    9. 9to5mac.com — Three new iPad models are reportedly launching early next ...
    10. www.engadget.com — Apple is reportedly launching three new iPads early next year
    11. techbytes.app — Three new iPad models are reportedly launching early next ...
    12. machash.com — Three new iPad models are reportedly launching early next ...
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