Apple may be preparing a slimmer design for its next iPad, a new leak suggests that the tablet will have a significantly narrower bezel around the display.
THE The claim comes from a Weibo leaker known as Instant Digitalthough there’s one important catch: the post doesn’t say which iPad will get the redesign or when it will arrive. That leaves plenty of room for speculation, especially with Apple’s multiple iPad models.
The entry-level iPad, iPad mini, iPad Air, and iPad Pro are expected to receive updates. The next iPad mini is expected to have an OLED display in addition to slimmer bezels, while the iPad Air is expected to switch to OLED in 2027.
Interestingly, the comments on the Weibo post suggest that some users believe the bezel replacement is more likely to arrive on the mini and other models than the iPad Pro. One commenter specifically argued that the Pro line isn’t expected to get a redesigned look, while another said the Pro’s bezels still look too wide.
There’s also a debate about what Apple should offer in addition to the slimmer bezels. One comment suggested a model with narrow bezels, a high refresh rate and an A20 Pro chip for around 5,000 yuan, while another suggested that the Air is unlikely to receive these updates.
Of course, none of these are confirmed, and the original leak doesn’t reveal pricing, specs, or even a model name. The only clear claim is that Apple is working within significantly tighter limits for an iPad. This can make a noticeable difference in design, especially if Apple shrinks the bezels without increasing accidental touches.
For now, the iPad mini appears to be the strongest candidate based on rumors of existing OLED and slimmer bezels, but Apple’s broader tablet lineup could also benefit. However, until Instant Digital provides more details, it’s best to treat it as an early hint rather than a confirmed redesign.
