According to what was shared by analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the iPad mini, which is already on the market and released in September 2021, is getting ready to be renewed by Apple. According to the statements, Apple has started working on the new iPad mini as of now.

The main focus on the new iPad mini will be the processor

Kuo doesn't expect the new iPad mini to have major design differences from the current model. Therefore, in terms of new iPad mini features, it will again include capabilities such as an 8.3-inch screen, 5G support, Touch ID power button and USB-C port. The island focus of the change will be on the processor/chip side. In other words, the A15 Bionic chip will change, but which chip will replace it is currently unclear.

Kuo didn't share any additional details about the new iPad mini, but it's unlikely that Apple will replace the iPad mini with a foldable iPad, at least until 2025, because a foldable iPad costs much higher than an iPad mini. He said he believed he would. As you may remember, previous news was that a foldable iPad was being developed. Although rumors for the foldable iPad point to 2024, according to Kuo, Apple will make this move in 2025 at the earliest. On the other hand, the new iPad mini will arrive in late 2023. However, if there is a possible delay, we can see the product postponed to the first half of 2024.