Recent observations indicate that many Apple Stores are experiencing shortages of the iPad mini 6, leading to speculation about the imminent release of its successor. Mark Gurman of Bloomberg has noted that Apple internally labels the current iPad mini as "constrained," a term often suggesting an upcoming product refresh.
The iPad mini 6, launched in September 2021, featured a new design with slimmer bezels and an 8.3-inch LCD screen. It runs on the A15 Bionic chip—also used in the iPhone 13—and includes 4GB of RAM. However, it lacks compatibility with the new Apple Intelligence features slated for introduction in iPadOS 18.1 this fall.
Speculation around the iPad mini 7 indicates minimal design changes but significant internal upgrades. It's expected to include a revised LCD panel to address existing "jelly scrolling" issues, enhanced connectivity with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3, and improved camera capabilities.
Most notably, the upcoming mini is rumored to feature the A17 chip, ensuring compatibility with Apple Intelligence, potentially boosting its appeal significantly upon release.
