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The Vergecast · Monday, October 26, 2026

Apple Launches Water-Resistant iPad Mini with OLED Display Ahead of MacBook Pro Rumor

Travis Larchuk announced the release of a new water-resistant iPad mini featuring a larger 8.5-inch OLED display, thinner and lighter design, and a $100 price increase, serving as a precursor to the rumored touchscreen MacBook Pro announcement.

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“From IPO to IP67, Apple put out a new water-resistant iPad mini today. It's also got a bigger 8.5-inch OLED display, it's thinner and lighter, and it's $100 more expensive than the last one.”
Travis Larchuk
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