iPad mini A17 Pro drops to $499 in likely final discount
The iPad mini with A17 Pro is on sale for $499, $100 below its list price, during Prime Day. The deal returns the tablet to its pre-memory-price-increase level and includes 128GB of storage. A rumored next-generation model may bring an OLED display and faster chip, but could cost at least $50 to $100 more.
The iPad mini with A17 Pro is discounted to $499 during Prime Day, $100 under its listed price. That matches its cost before recent memory-related increases and includes 128GB storage. The compact tablet has an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina screen, A17 Pro processor, all-day battery, 12MP Center Stage front camera, and Wi-Fi 6E. It supports iOS 27 and the new Siri AI.
Rumors point to a next-generation iPad mini with an OLED ProMotion display, a redesigned body, and an A20 Pro chip. Apple's recent iPhone and Mac price changes suggest the successor could cost at least $50 to $100 more, possibly starting near $699. The current deal may therefore be the lowest price for a new iPad mini.
Budget-conscious shoppers, students, and frequent travelers may benefit most from the lower entry price, since a compact tablet might cover reading, streaming, and light work. If the next iPad mini arrives with a higher price, some buyers could keep the current model longer or choose it instead of waiting. That may slow upgrade cycles slightly, while also making advanced tablet features feel less accessible to price-sensitive households. Apple's pricing choices could shape broader expectations for compact-device value.