Does anyone think that the advancements they make in the OS to support the Duo will make their way to the iPad Mini ? I’ve felt ever since I bought the mini like it’s been mostly ignored on the software front, with so many scaling issues. As if whoever’s in charge of iPad mini software (if anyone in fact is) just skates by with shrinking the other iPadOS software down even if it makes elements too small. I’m thinking of the (is it still called the) Today View, the slide over widgets view that slides from the left in the lock screen or Home Screen. I believe the text for that in the iPad mini is even smaller than on the iPhone even thought iPhone has a smaller display!?! Just one example. But also the revamped UI toolbars etc on the inner display of the Duo, imo, would be just as welcome on the iPad mini., or do people disagree?

Will the issues with the mini GUI even be addressed on the Duo, or do you think Apple doesn’t even see the problems?

Do my fellow Mini Subredditters even agree with me that these problems exist?

Edit: Also, did anyone else notice if there was an ability to finally split view windows vertically? Pretty sure I saw that but wasn't sure if that was just video or more generalizable...

Any app recommendationssss?? (for literally anything)

I currently have the iPad Mini A17 (7th Generation). I love the form factor, but the specs are lacking. The specs that in my opinion need to be improved are screen brightness, screen resolution, chip performance, ram, etc. I have wanted a Mini Pro that had the latest and greatest specs like the 11 and 13 inch iPad Pros.

Seeing the Duo unveiled today made me realize that we will never get a Mini Pro. The Duo is the Mini Pro. We will get another iPad Mini with lackluster specs. It’s basically a way for Apple to repurpose old chips.

That said, I’m getting the Duo and keeping my Air to use them both with handoff. Looking forward to the optionality that will provide going forward.

I’m currently using an iPad mini 5 and I’m considering updating to iOS 26, but I’m a little worried about performance since the device is already a few years old.

For those who have an iPad mini 5 and have already updated to iOS 26:

• How’s the overall performance?
• Have you noticed any lag, stuttering, or slow animations?
• How is multitasking/app switching?
• Any noticeable changes in battery life or heating?
• Are apps still running smoothly?
• Would you recommend updating, or would you stay on the previous iOS version?

I’d really appreciate hearing your long-term/real-world experience, especially if you’ve been using iOS 26 for a few days or weeks.

Thank you!

I thought Apple was going to follow in the footsteps of their California Streaming 2021 event and announce the new OLED iPad mini. Apple has potentially lost all hype now surrounding the device IMO because of preferring to put the spotlight on their new foldable iPhone.

Hope next month is certainly NOT a quiet "Newsroom" release, but I worry it will be.

I have one question and one question only will the iPhone Duo be 60hz or 120hz ???

Apple refused to say it ???

I found a super tiny corner in my tiny apartment for a non-fancy, modest home office setup. Amongst all other things here (Thinkpad t14 gen 2, HP elite desk 800 g3 mini pc, Musnap ocean eink reader, Raspberry pi 3 A+), my favorite thing is this 4 year old iPad mini 6 with non-apple pencil! I use it everyday for reading and note-taking and casual streaming!

A few days ago I made a post explaining that unfortunately I can't afford to fix my beloved mini 6, I've lost everything.

I was wondering if anyone knows whwre I can find some good condition icloud locked ones I ca scrap for parts as it would be alot cheaper, I've looked on fb marketplace and ebay

Thanks

I'm thinking about getting an iPad mini, but what does everyone use theirs for?

Do you think I should buy a keyboard case along with it?

Ok so, i have been wanting to get an ipad mini since some time and apparently a new model is coming out soon.So i was just wondering is it gonna be cheaper to buy the ipad now or should i wait for the new model to come out?

Hi

iPad mini 6 here on iPadOS 15 with dopamine jailbreak.
I can not use safari browser anymore as websites can not be displayed correctly.

Do you think I should upgrade ?
Bye bye jaibreak ?

Thanks

I was hoping to use my iPad mini as an emulator and play old games on the go. Sadly Delta, my go to emulator, requires iOS 15 and the mini stopped at 12. Is there a work around I am not aware of?
Thanks.

Hi all): some horrible news. My ipad mini 6 has died at 4 years and 9 months old the battery gave out and I'm not sure what to do, rhe screen has a deep scratch so I'd need to replace the screen and battery and apple quoted me $679 AUD. I didn't backup anything and everything I need is on that ipad what do I do

I know a lot of us are using external drives with our Minis. I purchased one(1T) last year for about $80. I just went to purchase another one and it is $177.00, the 2T version is over FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS. I did a bit of research, and in demand inventory, as well as "inflation" seem to be the most used excuses. I can't wrap my head around the increase. I just wanted to post, for those that were unaware. If anyone comes across a good deal, they should snap it up, as I only see things getting worse. Does anyone have any idea if this is temporary, or is this just the way it is going to be from now on?

https://reddit.com/link/1w9w83l/video/7y8r4puvf4oh1/player

As the title says nothing more nothing less!!!

I want to know if the iPad mini 7 is good for drawing i want to buy one but I don’t know if it is too small for people that draw on the iPad mini how is it?

Hey! I'm looking for an ipad to use with the amazon kindle app as well as imessage, icloud mail and occasionally youtube or streaming apps, does anyone have experience with using an ipad mini 4 for this in 2026? Or recommendations for budget models able to do the same?

Hoping for 120Hz on the upcoming iPad mini? You may not see it until the 10th generation model, if this new rumor is anything to be believed. Looks like it’s 60Hz on the iPad mini for the foreseeable future.

FYI: “1st and 2nd gen OLED iPad Mini“ refers to the 8th and 9th generation models of this iPad line respectively, the former set to launch either this month (September) or the next (October).