Apple just eliminated Android’s biggest advantages in compact tablets with the new iPad mini

TL;DR The newly redesigned iPad mini eliminates traditional Android advantages by adding an 8.5-inch OLED display and a durable IP67 dust- and water-resistant rating in a 5.4mm frame. Powered by the 2nm A20 Pro chip alongside custom N1 wireless and C2 5G silicon, it outperforms budget-tier Android slates while retaining Apple Pencil Pro support. A $200 price hike to $699 leaves room for potential Android challengers, but weak market interest means Apple will likely maintain its grip on the segme