Reports have claimed that Apple is working "silently" on a device described by iOS experts as a "game changer" if released. A programming specialist discovered "undiscovered" evidence in the backend software of the tech giant, revealing work on the iPad 7 mini. Unlike the iPhone, the iPad mini has not seen a new version launched since 2021, but the iPad mini 6 became the second most popular tablet after the Pro model released that same year.
Expert Nicolás Alvarez found data in Apple's software showing new products in the works, revealing identifiers indicating that the "iPad mini 7" will support both cellular and Wi-Fi networks, as reported by MacRumors. Apple has not officially confirmed the launch of the new device, but industry experts anticipate it will feature a full-sized 8.3-inch display, including a front camera.
Experts expect that Apple may include some of the latest iPad features in the mini model, such as the front camera introduced in May with the redesigned iPad Air. The new mini 7 may also see the rollout of the updated Air camera this year. The upcoming model is likely to support the Pro Pencil, which was also released in May. The Pencil allows users to perform tasks by tapping to take notes, annotate images, and create digital masterpieces.
If Apple adheres to its latest iPad designs, users might also see the thinnest iPad mini yet. MacRumors claimed that Apple enthusiasts may witness the release of the new iPad mini at the end of this year, either in September or October.
