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Apple iPad mini (2026)

Name: Apple iPad mini (2026)
Brand: Apple
Price: 699 USD

Wi-Fi from

$699

Wi-Fi + Cellular from

$849

iPadOS 27 Operating system

8.5" Screen size

12MP f/1.8 Main camera

A20 Pro Penta-core Processor

128/256/512 GB Storage

19 WHr Battery

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Specifications

Full specs

Overview

Released Nov 2026

Announced Oct 2026

Price tier Mid-range

Also Known As Apple iPad Mini 8th Generation, Apple iPad Mini 8, A3596, A3597

Processor Apple A20 Pro Penta-core

CPU Speed —

RAM —

Storage 128/256/512 GB

Price (USD) $699

Regional Variants The Global cellular model (A3596) supports LTE bands 11 and 21, which are omitted on the China mainland cellular model (A3597). All cellular variants globally are eSIM-only and do not include mmWave 5G hardware.

Warranty 1 Year

Accessories USB Power Adapter, Manual, Data Cable

Software & Support

OS iPadOS

OS at Launch 27

Current Version —

OS Updates Not confirmed

Security Updates Not confirmed

Custom UI —

Display

Type Color

Technology OLED

Size 8.5"

Resolution 1512 × 2316

Pixel Density 326 ppi

Colors 16.7 million

Refresh Rate 60Hz

Touch Sampling Rate —

Peak Brightness 1200 nits

Backlit Illumination

Zoom / Magnification

Always On Display

DC Dimming

DisplayMate Grade Not tested

Multi-touch

Fingerprint Resistant

Sensors Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope

Additional Features Capacitive touchscreen, Nano-texture display glass (optional)

Camera — Main

Main Camera 12MP f/1.8 (Wide)

Flash Yes (LED)

Sensor Name —

Sensor Size —

Focal Length (Main) —

Focal Length (Ultrawide) —

Focal Length (Telephoto) —

Optical Zoom —

Digital Zoom 5

Video Resolution Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels)

Video FPS 60fps

Video Length —

Video Formats H.264/MPEG

Features Auto focus, Geotagging, HDR, Panorama, Self-timer, Effects, Image stabilization

Additional Info —

Camera — Front

Front Camera

Video Recording

Resolution 12MP f/2.0 (Wide)

Video Resolution Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels)

Video FPS 60fps

Zoom

Optical Zoom —

Digital Zoom —

Features HDR, Multi-shot, Image stabilization

Additional Info —

Performance

Chip Apple A20 Pro Penta-core

Process Node 2nm

GPU Apple GPU

RAM —

Storage 128/256/512 GB

AnTuTu v11 3,478,833

Geekbench 6 Single 4,752

Geekbench 6 Multi 12,197

Geekbench 5 Single —

Geekbench 5 Multi —

Battery

Capacity 18 WHr

Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)

Removable

Fast Charging —

Wireless Charging —

Comes with Charger

Video Playback 10 hrs

Internet (WiFi) 10 hrs

Internet (Cellular) —

Standby —

Mixed Usage —

Charge Time 0–100% —

Charged in 30 Min —

GSMArena Score —

Battery Test Source —

Battery Life (Call) —

Battery Life (Video) —

Battery Life (Web) —

Battery Life (Gaming) —

Connectivity

Wi-Fi Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be

WiFi Version Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)

Bluetooth 6

Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP

Bluetooth Codecs AAC

USB Type USB Type-C

USB OTG

USB Speed USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)

NFC

Infrared

Headset Jack

Mobile Hotspot

GPS

GPS Type GLONASS

Digital Compass

UWB

Satellite No

Memory Expansion

Expansion Type —

Expansion Capacity —

Cellular

Cellular models only. Wi-Fi-only configurations of this tablet do not include cellular connectivity.

Networks HSPA+, LTE, 5G

5G MHz

n1 n2 n3 n5 n7 n8 n12 n14 n20 n25 n26 n28 n29 n30 n38 n40 n41 n48 n66 n70 n71 n75 n77 n78 n79

LTE MHz

1 2 3 4 5 7 8 11 12 13 14 17 18 19 20 21 25 26 28 29 30 32 34 38 39 40 41 42 48 66 71 106

3G MHz

850 900 1700 1900 2100

Data 5G, 4G/LTE or Wi-Fi Only

VoLTE

WiFi Calling

Physical SIM No

Dual SIM

eSIM

Design & Build

Material Aluminum

Frame Material aluminum

Rear Material Aluminum

Colors Midnight, Starlight

Dimensions 19.53 × 13.26 × 0.54 cm (7.69 × 5.22 × 0.21 in)

Weight 263g

IP Rating IP67

Water Resistance Water Resistant

Fingerprint Sensor Yes

Rugged Design

iFixit Score —

Parts Availability OEM + third-party (best)

Audio

External Speakers Stereo

Dolby Atmos

Hi-Res Audio

GSMArena Loudness —

Speaker Loudness —

Input & Navigation

Stylus Support

Touchscreen

Physical Keyboard

Home Key

Sleep/Wake Key

External Volume

Keypad Screen Lock

Screen Orientation Lock

Safety

SAR —

Hearing Aid Compatible Unknown

TTY/TDD Unknown

Additional Information —

Additional Comments —

What people actually want to know

How much does the Apple iPad mini (2026) cost?

The Apple iPad mini (2026) launched at $699 USD. Street prices change, so see current deals.

When was the Apple iPad mini (2026) released?

The Apple iPad mini (2026) was released on November 6, 2026.

How long does the battery last on the Apple iPad mini (2026)?

The Apple iPad mini (2026) has a 18 mAh battery.

Is the Apple iPad mini (2026) water resistant?

The Apple iPad mini (2026) carries an IP67 rating.

Note: water resistance degrades over time and manufacturer warranties typically don't cover liquid damage.

Does the Apple iPad mini (2026) have a headphone jack?

No, the Apple iPad mini (2026) does not have a headphone jack. You'll need wireless headphones or a USB-C adapter.

Does the Apple iPad mini (2026) support 5G?

Yes, cellular models of the Apple iPad mini (2026) support 5G. Wi-Fi-only configurations do not include cellular connectivity or 5G.

Does the Apple iPad mini (2026) have NFC?

No, the Apple iPad mini (2026) does not have NFC. Contactless payments and tap-to-pair will not be available.

Where can I get support for the Apple iPad mini (2026)?

Visit Apple's official support page for warranty info, repairs, and troubleshooting.

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