Apple is set to introduce new OLED display technology across several iPad models in the coming years. According to Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC), an 8.5-inch OLED iPad Mini is expected to debut in 2026, followed by 11-inch and 13-inch OLED iPad Air models anticipated for release in 2027.
By that time, it is projected that most of Apple’s iPad lineup, excluding the budget model, will feature OLED displays. In addition to these developments, DSCC has forecasted the arrival of an 18.8-inch foldable iPad Pro with an OLED screen in 2027.
Speculation around foldable devices has been circulating for some time, with reports suggesting that Apple’s first foldable product might either be an iPad or a MacBook. A recent Wall Street Journal article mentioned that Apple is working on a significantly larger foldable device designed to function as a laptop, unfolding to approximately 19 inches.
Mark Gurman from Bloomberg has also indicated that a foldable iPad could be introduced by 2028, emphasizing Apple’s desire for the device to have a seamless appearance without any visible crease. While the precise details about whether the upcoming foldable device will be categorized as an iPad or a Mac remain ambiguous, either option could be viable depending on the operating system Apple chooses to implement.
Although Apple has incorporated OLED technology into its iPhones and Apple Watches for several years, the transition to larger OLED displays for iPads and Macs has taken longer due to cost factors. Earlier this year, Apple launched its first OLED iPads, specifically the 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Pro models, marking a significant advancement in its tablet offerings.
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