According to the latest news, exciting changes are on the horizon for Apple’s iPad lineup in 2024. Although no new tablets have been released this year, rumors suggest that Apple is preparing for a major refresh with OLED displays, a groundbreaking addition to the iPad Pro models, in 2024.
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One of the notable developments is the expansion of the iPad mini, where Apple plans to increase its size from 8.3 inches to 8.7 inches. This replacement is expected to launch alongside a new 10.9-inch iPad Air in 2026.
In particular, a 12.9-inch variant is expected to be introduced for the first time in the iPad Air series next year, completing the trio of tablets with vibrant OLED technology. OLED offers advantages in being thinner and lighter compared to LCD, improving the overall design and portability of these devices.
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Apple plans to move the iPad Air and Mini models to OLED screens. What do the models that will be introduced in 2026 promise?
Although all iPad models in question will feature OLED screens, an important difference lies in the screen technology. The 2024 iPad Pro series is expected to feature an LTPO (low-temperature polycrystalline oxide) panel that enables ProMotion with a maximum refresh rate of 120Hz. In other models, LTPS (low temperature polycrystalline silicon) panels will be used and refresh rates will be limited to 60Hz.
However, this promising development may put existing iPad mini and Air owners who want to upgrade in a bit of a difficult situation. The Pro series, which will be released in 2024, seems to be the beginning of the OLED revolution.
Looking beyond tablets, Apple looks ready to extend the OLED revolution to its MacBook lineup. According to reports, the first MacBook with an OLED panel is expected to be released in 2025. The 14-inch MacBook Pro, 13-inch MacBook Air and 15-inch MacBook Air are expected to receive OLED updates in 2026, ushering in a new era of display technology in Apple’s laptop lineup.
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