Apple has officially unveiled the iPad mini 7, marking significant upgrades from its predecessor. The new tablet is powered by the A17 Pro chip, enabling advanced Apple Intelligence capabilities. Users can expect an improved 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display, addressing previous display issues. The iPad mini 7 supports Pencil Pro and will ship with iPadOS 18. Pricing starts at $499 for the 128GB model, with availability set for October 23. The launch follows a lengthy wait, as the last model was introduced three years ago. This release aims to rejuvenate the iPad mini lineup amidst past controversies.