Apple to Upgrade These Two Devices With OLED Displays Later This Year

Source: MacRumors

OLED Upgrade Overview

Apple plans to release iPad mini and MacBook Pro models with OLED displays later this year, according to industry sources who spoke to South Korea’s ETNews.

The current iPad mini and MacBook Pro models use LCD panels with LED or mini‑LED backlighting. Switching to OLED would improve image quality with richer colors, higher contrast ratios, and true blacks. Samsung is expected to supply the OLED displays for both devices.

All iPhone, Apple Watch, and iPad Pro models currently sold by Apple already feature OLED displays (excluding refurbished units).

iPad mini

Rumored specifications

• Possible A19 Pro or A20 Pro chip – see the rumor on MacRumors.
• Vibration‑based speaker system – details on MacRumors.
• Water‑resistant design – also covered on MacRumors.

Apple is expected to announce the new iPad mini in September or October of this year.

MacBook Pro (14‑inch & 16‑inch)

Rumored specifications

• New M6 Pro and M6 Max chips.
• Potential touch screen, Dynamic Island, and a thinner design – see the full list of rumors on MacRumors.

The laptops are slated for release toward the end of 2026, though the launch could be delayed until early 2027.

iPad Air

The report also indicates that the iPad Air will receive an OLED display next year. More information is available on MacRumors.