Will Apple’s first waterproof iPad debut? Next-generation iPad mini tipped for a major makeover in October

Apple’s next iPad mini could launch around October 2026 with an OLED display and an A19 Pro chip.

Reports suggest Apple may also redesign the tablet for water resistance, possibly by reducing or removing speaker openings.

If iPad mini gets water resistance for the first time, it could expand use cases to bathrooms and outdoor settings.

The move would further differentiate the iPad mini and align it more closely with durability features seen in other Apple devices.