Apple’s long-awaited OLED iPad mini appears to be moving closer to launch. A report from South Korea claims Samsung Display has begun mass producing OLED panels for the compact tablet, while production for the OLED MacBook Pro is also expected to start soon.
OLED iPad mini production reportedly gets underway
According to ETNews, Samsung Display started mass production of OLED panels for Apple’s next-generation iPad mini earlier this month. The publication also states that OLED panel production for the MacBook Pro will begin in July, alongside the company’s new 8.6-generation OLED production line. If accurate, it marks another major step in Apple’s gradual shift from LCD and mini-LED displays to OLED technology across more of its product lineup.
The report further claims Samsung Display and LG Display will together supply OLED panels for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. Samsung is reportedly the exclusive display supplier for the foldable iPhone, OLED iPad mini, and OLED MacBook Pro, while LG Display is expected to exclusively provide OLED panels for the Apple Watch Series 12. Chinese display maker BOE is said to be absent from the iPhone 18 supply chain after facing quality-related issues with iPhone 17 Pro display deliveries.
Apple introduced OLED technology to the iPad Pro in 2024, and industry watchers have long expected the iPad mini to be the next tablet to make the transition. Replacing the existing LCD panel with OLED is expected to deliver deeper blacks, improved contrast and better power efficiency. While Apple has not confirmed a launch timeline, several reports suggest the OLED iPad mini could arrive later this year.
The OLED MacBook Pro is also expected to bring notable changes beyond its display. Previous reports from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman and analyst Ming-Chi Kuo have suggested it could become the first touchscreen MacBook. However, its launch timeline may depend on component availability, with some expectations pointing to late 2026 or early 2027.
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