Samsung Display has reportedly begun mass producing OLED panels for Apple's next-generation iPad mini, bringing the long-anticipated device closer to launch.
According to a report from South Korean publication ETNews, production started earlier this month.
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The same report indicates that OLED panel production for the MacBook Pro will begin in July, alongside Samsung's new 8.6-generation OLED production line.
If accurate, this 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 also claims that Samsung Display and LG Display will together supply OLED panels for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.
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Samsung is reportedly the exclusive 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.
OLED Transition Continues
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.
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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.
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However, its launch timeline may depend on component availability, with some expectations pointing to late 2026 or early 2027.
