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Pages, Numbers e Keynote ganham recursos de IA, novos conteúdos e suporte ao iPhone Duo

22 October 2026 at 21:35

A Apple atualizou hoje os apps Pages, Numbers e Keynote com novidades voltadas principalmente aos assinantes do Apple Creator Studio.

Entre os destaques estão um assistente inteligente baseado em linguagem natural, novos conteúdos premium e, no caso do Keynote, suporte à importação e exportação de apresentações em um novo formato de arquivo aberto.

Além disso, os três agora podem aproveitar o maior espaço da tela aberta do iPhone Duo.

Assistente inteligente

Nos três aplicativos, o assistente inteligente — ainda em fase beta e apenas em inglês — permite executar tarefas por meio de comandos em linguagem natural, levando em consideração o conteúdo do documento, da planilha ou da apresentação em que o usuário está trabalhando.

No Pages, a ferramenta pode ajudar a iniciar e revisar textos, reorganizar conteúdos, ajustar o tom da escrita e gerar imagens e formas. Também é possível solicitar informações atualizadas sobre determinado assunto e incorporá-las ao documento.

Já o Numbers utiliza o recurso para ajudar a interpretar dados, criar tabelas, sugerir gráficos e elaborar fórmulas, além de pesquisar informações que possam ser incorporadas às planilhas.

No Keynote, o assistente pode gerar slides, criar notas para apresentações, produzir imagens e formas e ajudar a aprimorar o conteúdo e as animações. Assim como nos outros apps, também é possível pesquisar informações atualizadas para enriquecer o material.

Conteúdos premium

Os três aplicativos ganharam ainda novas coleções de conteúdos premium, incluindo modelos profissionais para documentos e planilhas e temas para apresentações. Os usuários também podem explorar o Content Hub, que reúne vídeos selecionados para adicionar elementos visuais e movimento aos seus projetos.

Novo formato de arquivo aberto

Uma novidade exclusiva do Keynote é o suporte, também ainda em versão beta, à importação e exportação de arquivos no formato KEYX. Trata-se de um formato aberto de intercâmbio que busca facilitar o uso de apresentações e de seus conteúdos fora do aplicativo da Apple.

Suporte ao iPhone Duo

Para completar, embora não tenha mencionado isso nas notas de versão, a Apple implementou suporte ao iPhone Duo nos três aplicativos, como notou o MacRumors.

Pages no iPhone Duo
Numbers no iPhone Duo
Keynote no iPhone Duo
Imagens: MacRumors

Vale reforçar que o assistente inteligente — além de estar disponível apenas em inglês e exigir um dispositivo compatível com a Apple Intelligence — e os novos conteúdos premium são exclusivos para assinantes do Apple Creator Studio.

Para quem não é assinante, os updates incluem apenas melhorias gerais, correções de bugs e aprimoramentos de desempenho.

App brasileiro Curvinha ajuda a decorar sua casa usando o scanner LiDAR dos iPhones

22 October 2026 at 19:01

Para quem busca decorar o interior de casa com uma curadoria personalizada, o app brasileiro Curvinha pode ser um grande aliado na hora de adquirir móveis de acordo com seu gosto e seu orçamento.

Desenvolvido por Gabriel Taveira, o app combina a medição por scan (com suporte ao scanner LiDAR dos iPhones e iPads compatíveis), planta em 3D e sugestões de móveis feitas com a curadoria da arquiteta Ana Julia Moretto (da Curva Interiores).

Medição de ambiente com LiDAR no iPhone Pro
Divulgação/Gabriel Taveira

A medição de ambiente leva cerca de dois a cinco minutos, segundo os desenvolvedores, e é seguida da visualização da planta em 3D com as medidas, da adição de sugestões de peças e, de acordo com as preferências do usuário, da geração de uma lista de compras — permitindo o monitoramento de preços e a visualização do móvel em lojas como Tok&Stok e Mercado Livre.

Para aparelhos sem LiDAR, é possível enviar a foto ou o PDF da planta da construtora para que o app obtenha as medidas e consiga fazer as sugestões.

As sugestões levam em consideração as preferências do usuário, bem como os limites orçamentários estabelecidos (que impactam a lista de peças geradas posteriormente).

Limites de orçamento no Curvinha
Divulgação/Gabriel Taveira

O Curvinha está disponível em três modalidades de aquisição: é possível pagar pelo planejamento de um único cômodo via licença vitalícia de R$80, de até 5 cômodos via assinatura anual de R$130 e de até 20 cômodos via licença vitalícia de R$350.

Oferta: iPad (A16) com 44% de desconto!

22 October 2026 at 15:50

Para quem busca um tablet da Apple com uma tela “grande” e não quer gastar tanto em um modelo das linhas Air ou Pro, a melhor pedida hoje é o iPad (A16).

Ele traz um design moderno, com uma tela de bordas finas e sem o botão de Início, tem o processador A16 (que dá conta da maioria das tarefas diárias) e é compatível com o Apple Pencil de primeira geração, o Apple Pencil (USB-C) e o Magic Keyboard Folio.

Se você está procurando exatamente esse modelo, hoje a Amazon está com uma oportunidade muito boa! A promoção é válida para o modelo de entrada, com 128GB de armazenamento e conexão Wi-Fi, na cor rosa.

iPad (A16, Wi-Fi de 128GB)

Parcelado: de R$5.999,00 por R$3.359,00 em até 10x
À vista no Pix: de R$5.399,10 por R$3.024,10

🛍️ Produto vendido e entregue pela Amazon💰https://t.co/YgmJIxlt4E

— MM Ofertas (@MMOfertas) October 22, 2026

Ele é vendido pela Maçã por R$5.999, mas está saindo por R$3.359 em até 10x no cartão de crédito — o que representa um desconto de 44%!

Já para quem preferir pagar à vista no Pix, o iPad está saindo por R$3.024,10. Na prática, isso também representa um desconto de 44% em comparação com o valor à vista praticado pela Apple, de R$5.399,10.

Todos os descontos de promoções divulgadas pelo MacMagazine são calculados com base nos preços sugeridos pela Apple ou por outras fabricantes. Pode ser que um determinado produto seja comumente encontrado por valores inferiores em redes varejistas, mas a nossa base de comparação são sempre as tabelas oficiais.

Aproveite! 😊

Fique sempre por dentro das ofertas!

Se você não é louco, é claro que gosta de economizar. E, para isso, o MacMagazine tem diversas opções para ajudar você a conseguir comprar o seu produto Apple pagando menos!

Você pode usar a nossa extensão para os navegadores Chrome/Opera/Edge, acompanhar as ofertas pelo MM Fórum, pelo Facebook, pelo X, pelo Threads, pelo Bluesky, pelo Mastodon ou por um canal no Telegram. Escolha a melhor opção para você — ou todas, para depois não se arrepender — e economize! 😉

NOTA DE TRANSPARÊNCIA: O MacMagazine recebe uma pequena comissão sobre vendas concluídas por meio de links deste post, mas você, como consumidor, não paga nada a mais pelos produtos/serviços ao usar os nossos links de afiliado.

Como gerenciar a Assistência de Conectividade em redes Wi-Fi [iPhone e iPad]

22 October 2026 at 12:00

A Assistência de Conectividade (Connectivity Assist) chegou aos iPhones e iPads com o iOS/iPadOS 27 — uma evolução do antigo recurso Assistência Wi-Fi.

Como o próprio nome indica, esse recurso ajuda você quando a rede Wi-Fi está instável ou lenta, usando dados celulares para melhorar a conexão.

Caso você se preocupe com o uso de dados celulares, talvez seja interessante desativar esse recurso. Mas, ainda que esse ajuste possa ser ativado e desativado para todo o sistema, a Apple também permite configurá-lo individualmente para cada rede — ou seja, você pode mantê-la habilitada em uma e desabilitada em outra.

Veja como fazer isso! 😀

  1. Abra os Ajustes (Settings);
  2. Toque em “Wi-Fi”;
  3. Selecione o “i” ao lado da rede desejada;
  4. Ative ou desative a chave localizada ao lado de “Usar Assistência de Conectividade”.

Fácil, não?! 🛜

Como descobrir o tipo de rede Wi-Fi à qual você está conectado [iPhone e iPad]

22 October 2026 at 11:30

O iOS/iPadOS 27 trouxe algumas novidades pequenas, mas muito interessantes para quem utiliza iPhones ou iPads diariamente.

Uma delas é que, na tela de informações sobre a rede Wi-Fi conectada no momento, é possível visualizar qual o tipo dessa conexão sem fio (Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 6 ou até o avançado Wi-Fi 7).

Veja como é supersimples descobrir isso! 🛜

  1. Abra os Ajustes (Settings);
  2. Toque em “Wi-Fi”;
  3. Selecione o “i” ao lado da rede conectada no momento. A informação aparece em “Tipo de Wi-Fi”.

Bacana, não é?! 😉

Roma cambió la genética de Hispania mucho más que los suevos, alanos y visigodos, según 243 genomas antiguos

22 October 2026 at 10:06
A comienzos del siglo V, una mujer de alto rango fue enterrada junto a una antigua posta de la Vía Augusta, en la actual provincia de Castellón, con un vaso de vidrio y dos alfileres de oro de tradición danubiana. Su hermano acabó sus días en Mérida, la romana Augusta Emerita, a unos 725 kilómetros […]

Promoções na App Store: Retro Widget 3: Classic Snake, Spotzy: Emoji Hunt, StarryCamera2 e mais!

22 October 2026 at 01:48

Nesta quarta-feira, economize com nossa tradicional seleção de promoções na App Store!

O Retro Widget 3: Classic Snake é uma proposta que resgata a nostalgia dos celulares clássicos ao levar o jogo da cobrinha diretamente para os widgets do iPhone. 

O visual, inspirado nos dispositivos dos anos 2000, reforça a sensação de nostalgia e agrada quem guarda boas lembranças daquela época. Além do clássico jogo, o app se destaca pela personalização dos widgets, que transformam a Tela de Início em um espaço divertido.

Aproveite a oferta e boa viagem no tempo! 🐍


Abaixo outros jogos/apps que, juntos, somam mais de R$70 em descontos:

Jogos

Encontre os emojis.

Gerencie sua equipe de corrida.

Boliche.

Puzzles.

Aplicativos

Fotos estelares.

Adesivos para o iMessage.


Aproveite as ofertas e até amanhã! Lembrando que elas são sempre por tempo limitado, então é bom correr. 🚀

MacVoices #26283: Live! – ‘Pro and Tell,’ Duo Delays, Apple at $5 Trillion, and Affinity for iPad

By: Chuck
21 October 2026 at 22:21
Apple’s upcoming “Pro and Tell” event sparks speculation about new MacBook Pro models, while iPhone Duo preorders raise questions about shipping delays and retail availability. The panel discusses Apple’s $5 trillion valuation, why HomeView won’t launch in the European Union, and the anticipated arrival of Affinity Studio on iPad, including how it could transform creative workflows and provide yet another powerful alternative to Adobe Creative Cloud. 

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De 29.450 a 85.185 euros: así es la gama Kia, con 10 eléctricos y una furgoneta que puede configurarse de 90 formas distintas

21 October 2026 at 20:00
Desde el compacto EV2 hasta el SUV de siete plazas EV9 y el versátil PV5, Kia ofrece 10 modelos eléctricos para usos muy distintos. Estas son sus autonomías, tiempos de carga y precios de septiembre de 2026.

Análise TEK: OPPO X10 Pro Max estica a fotografia a 200 MP em todas as câmaras mas tropeça num fator essencial

21 October 2026 at 15:00

O novo smartphone da OPPO é um dos candidatos ao top de melhores smartphones do ano, com foco especial na fotografia e um sistema de três câmaras de 200 MP. O TEK Notícias já testou o X10 Pro Max e há muitos pontos positivos, mas também apostas arriscadas.

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iPadOS 27 Breaks the Ability to Keep a Presentation on Screen While Using Other Apps

21 October 2026 at 13:44

Apple recently updated its tablet operating system, but the new version is causing some headaches for teachers and professionals. If you rely on your iPad for presenting slide decks to a crowd, iPadOS 27 now risks exposing your private notes when you switch between applications on the device. The software exposes your private windows to […]

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The Download: introducing the Impossible issue

21 October 2026 at 13:10

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology.

Introducing: the Impossible issue

We wanted our last print edition of 2026 to include a slate of stories that check in on impossible ideas. Why? Because it’s fun to dream about living on other planets or uploading our brains. But also because scientists and engineers who won’t give up on daring endeavors remind us what technology is supposed to do: make life better, safer, healthier, even more joyful.

That’s the ambition behind the stories in our new Impossible issue. We explore bold attempts to make synthetic blood, build cities on the moon, and attain cognitive immortality. We investigate AI’s ability to say no, a bionic eye that can restore sight, and high hopes for blended meat. Plus, we check in on six technologies that have been “coming soon” for years.

This issue is for the folks with the audacity to try, and refuse to let anyone—themselves included— tell them no. We hope you enjoy the ride.

Subscribe now to read the full print issue.

Astrolab’s upcoming rover will run the first LLMs on the moon

Large language models are set to go lunar. A computer capable of running AI software is one of the payloads aboard Astrolab’s FLIP lunar rover, which is slated to head to the moon as early as next month.

The mission will test whether LLMs can enable greater autonomy and real-time intelligent decision-making in the extreme lunar environment. But the moon will present formidable challenges, from extreme temperatures to intense cosmic radiation.

Find out how the lunar rover could change the future of space exploration.

—Tereza Pultarova

How to study a swiftly melting climate disaster

In Alaska’s Denali National Park, a 2013 lightning fire burned nearly 35,000 acres, stripping away the insulating layer that preserves permafrost. It’s given scientists a rare opportunity to study how fires reshape permafrost and carbon storage over time.

The work is providing critical clues into the complex mechanisms driving cascading climate feedback effects. As warming temperatures fuel fires, more permafrost thaws, releasing greenhouse-gas emissions that threaten to fuel more warming, fires and permafrost loss. Their observations are revealing worrisome signs about what lies ahead.

Discover what their fieldwork is revealing about a cascading climate disaster.

—James Temple

MIT Technology Review Narrated: the explosive claim that’s upended the AI world

“I think I have good news about the nature of neural networks.” With those simple words of optimism, Nick Cammarata, a researcher at AI startup Goodfire, kicked off a 26,000-word blog post that has knocked the industry on its head.

Cammarata claims that LLMs might be far easier to understand, and thus to monitor and control, than people previously thought. If true, it’s a huge deal. But not everyone is convinced.

MIT Technology Review spoke to Cammarata the day after his post blew up. He explained what he thinks researchers are getting wrong, what his work actually shows, and why skeptics aren’t ready to celebrate just yet.

This is our latest story to become an MIT Technology Review Narrated podcast, which we publish each week on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Just navigate to MIT Technology Review Narrated on either platform, and follow us to get all our new content as it’s released.

The must-reads

I’ve combed the internet to find you today’s most fun/important/scary/fascinating stories about technology.

1 Elon Musk reportedly ordered the recent Starlink slowdown in Ukraine
The restrictions hampered drone strikes and air defences. (WSJ $)
+ The move sparked confusion in Washington over who authorised it. (CNBC)
+ Ukraine’s volunteer army is keeping Starlink alive. (MIT Technology Review)

2 An OpenAI model disabled its own safety checks—then lied about it
Two agents weakened the company’s safeguards during routine tasks. (CNBC)
+ They turned off systems designed to spot their misbehaviour. (FT $)
+ Here’s why AI agents lie to reach their goals. (MIT Technology Review)

3 SpaceX and Tesla have begun merger discussions
They’ve formed special committees to discuss a deal. (BBC)
+ Elon Musk, the CEO of both companies, said it’s “a good idea.” (Axios)
+ A merger could combine their AI and manufacturing plans. (Reuters $)

4 Global emissions have stalled, but warming is heading towards 2.8°C
The UN says the 1.5°C climate target is now out of reach. (Nature)
+ Current pledges would still bring warming to 2.1°C. (New Scientist $)
+ Climate tech companies offer rays of hope. (MIT Technology Review)

5 Ukraine says it’s carried out the world’s first drone evacuation
A heavy hexacopter flew a soldier to safety. (Ars Technica)
+ Ukraine has shared a video showing the evacuation. (CNBC)
+ A Russian satellite recently stalked a spacecraft believed to support Ukraine. (NYT $)

6 Meta has paused Muse sharing after private chats surfaced online
Researchers found 6,800 links exposing sensitive conversations. (Verge)
+ AI agents are not your “coworkers.” (MIT Technology Review)

7 More than 1,000 mathematicians have pledged to shun AI companies
Some also vowed to avoid AI tools in their research. (New Scientist $)

8 AI is making it easy to clone almost any software
Viral tools promise easy copying, but often produce slop. (404 Media)

9 A computer program has finally outdone humans at cryptic crosswords
Its creator hopes to tackle the harder challenge of setting puzzles. (Guardian)

10 A newly-discovered particle could explain the origins of reality
In particular, it could reveal why matter survived the Big Bang. (404 Media)

Quote of the day

“I did not remove an enabled monitor from it.” 

—GPT-6 Astra, an OpenAI coding agent, tells its user it hasn’t disabled a safeguard after doing exactly that, the company reveals in a new misalignment report.

One more thing

This giant microwave may change the future of war

US armed forces are hunting for a weapon that disables drones en masse—and they want it fast. 

One solution focuses on microwaves: high-powered electronic devices that push out kilowatts of power to zap the circuits of a drone as if it were the tinfoil you forgot to take off your leftovers when you heated them up.

Defense tech startup Epirus may have the winning formula. The company has developed a cutting-edge, cost-efficient drone zapper that’s sparking the interest of the US military—and drones are just one of its targets. Peer into its crosshairs.

—Sam Dean

We can still have nice things

A place for comfort, fun, and distraction to brighten up your day. (Got any ideas? Drop me a line.)

+ Don’t feel guilty about enjoying a siesta; fish take naps during the day, too.
+ Every trade has its go-to tools. This site has built a fascinating register of them.
+ Wikipop spotlights what was most popular on Wikipedia yesterday, providing a daily snapshot of what the world is reading.
+ Meet the self-taught woodcarver who went from a broke young father to creating some of Disneyland’s most iconic attractions.

ProCamera: a app que transforma o iPhone numa câmara com controlos profissionais

20 October 2026 at 23:51

Explore o potencial das câmaras do seu iPhone com o ProCamera. Esta app dá acesso a controlos manuais, captura em RAW e ProRAW e vídeo em 4K com ProRes. O download é gratuito, mas passado os período de teste, exige subscrição ou compra única.

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MacVoices #26282: Live! – After Dark HomeView and Apple TV Analysis

By: Chuck
20 October 2026 at 23:27
In a MacVoices After Dark supplemental, members of the panel continue their discussion of Apple’s HomeView and Apple TV announcements. Pricing, functionality, and real-world value are debated as they examine HomeView’s potential as a smart home controller, its limitations compared to an iPad, and possible future capabilities. Apple TV’s higher price raises questions about performance, […]

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iPad mini 8 (2026): Release date, OLED, price and rumors

20 October 2026 at 16:36

Macworld

Apple’s next iPad mini – often called the iPad mini 8 – is expected to bring an OLED display and a faster A20 Pro chip. Here’s what the latest reports suggest about the 2026 model’s release date, price and upgrades, and whether you should wait before buying

Most buyers should wait if they can. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that Apple plans to announce the next iPad mini on October 27, with an OLED display and A20 Pro chip expected.

Apple has now confirmed a “Pro and Tell” Apple media experience in Los Angeles on October 28. An updated iPad mini could be among the announcements. Gurman’s reported October 27 announcement date remains possible: Apple could unveil products before giving journalists hands-on time the following day.

Here’s what the latest rumors say about the release date, key upgrades, and whether it’s worth waiting.

iPad mini 8 release date: When will the new model launch?

  • Timing: Apple’s October 28 media experience is confirmed. Gurman reports a possible October 27 iPad mini announcement.

Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported on October 8 that Apple plans to announce the new iPad mini on October 27, alongside new Macs.

Gurman had reported in July 2026 that Apple was targeting October for the OLED iPad mini release. Although a September report grouped the device among products expected in late 2026 or early 2027. The newer evidence points back toward an imminent launch.

In September, MacRumors saw a leak from “Apple’s own code,” that included references to the unreleased iPad mini, along with product imagery showing some of its new features. That report said the presence of these assets suggests the device is likely to launch soon and noted that Gurman expects the new iPad mini to arrive by the end of October.

An October announcement would follow the timing of the current A17 Pro model’s October 2024 introduction.

iPad mini 7 vs iPad mini 8 comparison

FeatureCurrent iPad miniNext iPad mini rumors
ReleaseOctober 2024October 27 announcement reported by Gurman; unconfirmed
ChipA17 ProA20 Pro expected
Display8.3-inch LCDOLED, possibly 8.5 inches
DesignCurrent designOLED expected; size unconfirmed
Water resistanceNo official ratingImproved resistance rumoured
WirelessWi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and Thread expected
Cellular modemQualcommApple C1X expected
Cameras12MP front and rear12MP rear and front cameras likely; landscape front-camera position expected
Apple IntelligenceSupportedSupported, with faster AI performance
PriceFrom $599 (was $499)Near $799 reported; unconfirmed.
Biggest upgrade—OLED display, faster chip and newer connectivity

2026 iPad mini chip: Performance and specs 

  • A20 Pro chip expected
  • C1X modem expected on cellular models
  • N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and Thread expected

The next iPad mini now looks likely to make a much bigger processor jump than previously expected. According to information discovered in Apple’s own code by MacRumors in September 2026, the new iPad mini is set to use the A20 Pro chip introduced with the iPhone 18 Pro.

That supersedes earlier evidence pointing to the A19 Pro. In August 2025, MacRumors reported that Apple code appeared to identify an A19 Pro-powered iPad mini, and that remained the leading expectation for much of 2026. The newer leak is more recent and specifically identifies the upcoming model with the A20 Pro, making that the strongest indication of Apple’s current plans. Apple has not officially announced the device, however, so its final specifications are not confirmed.

Moving from the A17 Pro to the A20 Pro would represent a major performance upgrade. The newer chip should bring substantially faster CPU and graphics performance, along with more capable on-device AI processing for Apple Intelligence, gaming, photo editing and other demanding workloads. It would also make the iPad mini unusually powerful for its size and narrow the performance gap with Apple’s larger iPads.

The current iPad mini has 8GB of RAM. Apple’s recent Pro-class iPhone chips have been paired with more memory, so the new model could receive an increase, but the September leak does not appear to confirm the iPad mini’s RAM allocation.

The processor may not be the only silicon upgrade. Apple is also expected to bring its N1 networking chip to the iPad mini, adding support for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and Thread. Cellular models are expected to adopt Apple’s C1X modem, replacing the Qualcomm modem used in the current generation.

2026 iPad mini display: Will the iPad mini 8 have an OLED display?

  • OLED display expected
  • Single-stack LTPS panel rumored
  • Apple has reportedly tested both 60Hz and 120Hz displays
iPad Pro M4 neben iPhone 17 Pro Max

The iPad Pro already uses OLED. The next iPad mini is also expected to adopt OLED, although reports point to a different panel technology.

Mahmoud Itani / Foundry

The biggest display upgrade expected for the next iPad mini is the move from LCD to OLED. Multiple reports, including those from Bloomberg and display-industry sources, have pointed to an OLED iPad mini arriving in 2026, and Samsung Display is reportedly already producing panels for the device.

OLED should bring deeper blacks, higher contrast, faster pixel response and improved viewing angles compared with the Liquid Retina LCD in the current iPad mini. Reports suggest that Samsung began mass production of OLED panels for the mini in June.

The exact screen size is less certain. Reports over the past two years have pointed to panels measuring between 8.4 and 8.7 inches, compared with 8.3 inches on the current model. A slightly larger display could be achieved through slimmer bezels without substantially increasing the size of the tablet, but the final panel dimensions have not been confirmed.

However, the iPad mini is not currently expected to receive the same display technology as the iPad Pro. Reports indicate that Apple will use a single-stack LTPS OLED panel, rather than the tandem OLED and LTPO technology used in the Pro models. That should keep costs lower, but the panel may not reach the same brightness levels as the iPad Pro display.

Will the iPad mini 8 have 120Hz ProMotion?

Earlier reporting pointed to a 60Hz display, but newer information leaves the refresh rate uncertain. In a October 15 Power On podcast, Mark Gurman claimed Apple has tested both 60Hz and 120Hz ProMotion displays for the next iPad mini. Gurman was unable to confirm which option Apple had selected.

An OLED display would improve contrast and black levels, but OLED does not guarantee ProMotion.

2026 iPad mini: Design

  • Same overall size, with a slightly larger screen possible
  • More water-resistant design expected
  • New vibration-based speaker system rumored
New iPad mini

Apple

The iPad mini has retained the same design since its major redesign in 2021, and the 2026 model is expected to keep that overall look. However, Apple could increase the display size slightly while maintaining the device’s current dimensions.

A newly spotted accessory listing offers another clue. MacRumors identified an iPad mini Smart Folio with model number A3632 on Apple’s French regulatory website. The number differs from existing iPad mini cases, suggesting a new accessory could be approaching. The regulatory filing doesn’t offer any clues about the dimensions of the new iPad mini, but does indicate some changes to the materials used in Apple’s iPad mini case.

In December 2024, analysts at Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC) suggested in a supply chain analyst report that the next-generation iPad mini could feature an 8.5-inch display, up from the current model’s 8.3-inch panel. The report indicated that the chassis size would remain unchanged, meaning Apple could achieve the larger screen through slimmer bezels rather than a larger body.

Apple has now announced the iPhone Duo, whose 7.6-inch folding inner display brings it closer to small-tablet territory. However, its $1,999 starting price makes it a very different purchase from an iPad mini. The Duo goes on sale October 23.

Another rumor gaining traction is that the new iPad mini will be more water-resistant. That rumor comes from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, who in October 2025 claimed Apple was developing a next-generation iPad mini with a significantly more water-resistant chassis.

The more water-resistant design could involve changes to the speaker system as well as the chassis. Gurman previously reported that Apple was developing a vibration-based speaker that would allow it to eliminate some traditional speaker openings, reducing potential entry points for water.

Newly leaked Apple imagery, via MacRumors, appears to support that report. Images discovered in Apple’s code in September show a small groove cut into the top of the display glass, presumed to be for the speaker. MacRumors said the imagery appears to corroborate Gurman’s report of an all-new vibration-based speaker system.

It is not yet clear exactly how the new speaker system will work or how much additional water resistance it will provide. There is also no indication that Apple will give the iPad mini an official IP water-resistance rating.

There’s also a strong possibility of new color options. Apple currently offers the iPad mini in Blue, Purple, Starlight, and Space Gray, while the previous generation was available in Pink, Purple, Starlight, and Space Gray.

2026 iPad mini: Cameras 

  • Landscape front camera expected
  • No major camera sensor upgrade currently rumored
iPad mini A17 Pro back

No major camera-sensor upgrade has been reported, but the front camera is expected to move to the landscape edge.

Foundry

The clearest camera change for the next iPad mini appears to be placement rather than camera hardware.

Leaked imagery discovered in Apple’s own code by MacRumors in September 2026 shows the front-facing camera moved to the landscape edge of the display. That would bring the iPad mini into line with the rest of Apple’s current iPad lineup and should make video calls feel more natural when the tablet is used horizontally with a stand or keyboard.

The current iPad mini has a 12MP Wide rear camera and a 12MP Ultra Wide Center Stage front camera. So far, there have been no credible reports suggesting that Apple plans a major change to the resolution or camera sensors themselves.

Even if the camera hardware remains unchanged, the expected A20 Pro chip could still improve image processing and computational photography. However, there are currently no reports of new camera sensors, higher resolutions or additional lenses.

2026 iPad mini: Price 

The iPad mini had held the same $499/£499 starting price since its 2021 redesign. That changed in June 2026, when Apple increased the entry-level price to $599/£599.

The OLED model could bring another substantial price increase. According to a Power On newsletter on October 11, the next iPad mini could start near $799 – around $200 more than the current model’s $599 starting price.

Should I wait to buy a new iPad mini?

Wait if: Your current tablet still meets your needs. With Apple’s October 28 media experience approaching, it makes sense to wait for the announcements before paying full price for the existing iPad mini.

Beware that waiting may be a disadvantage if Apple increases the price for the new model. In that case, buyers on a tighter budget may want to consider a substantially discounted current-generation iPad mini.

Buy the current model if: You need a small tablet immediately or find a substantial discount. Compare the saving with current retailer prices, and consider whether you would regret missing the expected OLED upgrade.

Already own an iPad mini? If you already own the A17 Pro iPad mini, wait for confirmed specifications and independent testing before deciding to upgrade. Consider whether the expected display changes would improve how you use your tablet, and weigh that benefit against the new model’s eventual price.

Pasar de clases magistrales a clases invertidas y escape rooms para mejorar el aprendizaje

19 October 2026 at 06:42
Un estudio ha analizado los resultados de pasar de una educación tradicional a la combinación de diversas metodologías de aprendizaje activo. La investigación ha medido los resultados académicos desde 2018 a 2023 en una asignatura universitaria sobre redes de computadores. Los resultados muestran que los mayores cambios tuvieron lugar al pasar de clase magistral a clase invertida, así como tras la introducción de un escape room educativo y, en menor medida, tras combinar diversas metodologías activas.

MacVoices #26280: Live! – HomeView Third-Party Gear, Choosing the Right Text Expansion Tool

By: Chuck
16 October 2026 at 19:56
This session starts out by reviewing the third-party smart home devices for HomeView, their pricing, capabilities, and how they compare with more established options. TextExpander’s new free tier sparks a discussion of its limitations, business strategy, and competition from TextBlaze, Typinator, and Apple’s built-in text replacement. snippet restrictions, practical applications, and whether the free offering is worthwhile are examined by the panel. They also explore Apple’s HomeView ecosystem, Matter and Thread compatibility, third-party smart home devices, and the importance of privacy. 

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