While a new iPad mini is slated for an OLED launch before the end of 2026, Bloomberg reports that the entry‑level iPad, iPad Air, and iPad Pro will not see updates until 2027. The report outlines a staggered release schedule: the mini arrives in October 2026, the base iPad in Q1 2027, and both the iPad Air and iPad Pro in spring 2027.

The base iPad, codenamed J581, is expected to receive a faster processor – the A19 – but not a redesign or OLED screen, keeping costs low. The iPad Air will also receive a new processor, the M4, with rumors of an OLED display in early 2027, though it will be a lower‑cost version than the Pro’s screen.

Apple is not planning major visual changes for the iPad Pro, but other reports suggest it will gain vapor‑chamber cooling that year. The refresh cycle signals Apple’s intention to transition the entire iPad line to OLED over time, while balancing price and performance across its lineup.

These updates highlight a evidencia of Apple’s gradual hardware evolution, with the iPad mini leading the way into OLED technology ahead of the broader inkle.