Apple has announced a redesigned iPad Mini with a larger 8.5-inch OLED display. The new model boasts an A20 Pro chip and twice the peak brightness of its predecessor. Despite the larger screen, slimmer bezels allow it to maintain a similar overall footprint. The device is also thinner and lighter than the previous generation. It now features an IP67 rating for water and dust resistance. The upgraded A20 Pro chip enables support for new Siri AI features. These AI enhancements include adjustments to the expressiveness and pace of Siri's voice. The front-facing 12MP camera has been repositioned to the long edge. This change is intended to improve the experience of video calls in landscape mode. The redesigned iPad Mini starts at $699 and will be available on November 6.