Apple's OLED iPad Mini Reportedly Coming This October as Prices Keep Rising Amid Global RAM Shortage
Apple is expected to release an OLED iPad Mini in October, though the device will likely face a price increase due to a global memory chip shortage. This follows a broader trend of rising costs across Apple's hardware lineup throughout 2026.
Why it matters
The report illustrates the ongoing impact of supply chain constraints and component cost inflation on consumer electronics pricing.
Apple is reportedly preparing to launch an OLED display upgrade for the iPad Mini as soon as October, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, marking what would be the most significant redesign for the compact tablet since it was last overhauled in 2021. The upgrade, however, is expected to arrive alongside another price increase for the popular device, continuing a trend that has affected much of Apple's product lineup this year.The OLED iPad Mini has been the subject of rumors for months, with Gurman previously reporting that the upgraded display would come paired with a higher price tag. That expectation has only strengthened in recent weeks. Apple raised prices across its Mac and iPad lineup last month, pushing the cost of the current iPad Mini up by $100.
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