Key Takeaways
- Apple plans to upgrade all Macs and iPads with OLED displays starting 2026.
- The iPad Mini could be the first to get OLED, potentially increasing its price by around $100.
- OLED technology offers better display quality and improved battery life.
Apple is reportedly planning a comprehensive display overhaul, bringing OLED screens to its entire Mac and iPad lineup in the coming years. According to a Bloomberg report, this transition will begin with the iPad Mini as early as 2026.
OLED Display Rollout Timeline
The iPad Mini is expected to lead this shift, potentially launching with an OLED display in 2026. This model might also feature enhanced water resistance similar to iPhones, though specific IP ratings remain unconfirmed. However, these upgrades could increase the iPad Mini’s launch price by approximately $100 (around ₹8,400).
The iPad Air will follow with its OLED version around 2027, though it won’t coincide with the expected M5 chip release. The MacBook Air’s transition to OLED isn’t anticipated before 2028, meaning the M5 MacBook Air will retain LCD technology.
Benefits and Future Products
OLED panels deliver superior display quality while improving battery performance, extending device usage time. Beyond display upgrades, Apple is reportedly developing its first foldable iPad, potentially arriving 12 months after the MacBook Air OLED update, though the project faces design and durability challenges.
These display enhancements come as Apple intensifies its focus on artificial intelligence, competing with OpenAI and Google, while also developing its first foldable iPhone model.
