The launch of the iPad mini 7 created great expectations among Apple users, especially regarding the solution to a problem experienced in previous models: the so-called “jelly scroll”. This visual phenomenon, which causes screen distortion while scrolling, has been the subject of many complaints from iPad mini 6 users. According to a recent teardown from repair site iFixit, Apple has “done something” to mitigate this flaw.

What is iPad mini jelly scroll?

This term refers to the visual effect that occurs on some LCD displays, especially when scrolling through content quickly. It manifests itself as a type of “flicker” in the image, and this can be most noticeable at the edges of the screen. Although it does not affect the performance of the device, it can be annoying for users who are sensitive to such disruptions.

As you can see in the video we’ve shared below, iFixt takes the iPad mini 7 apart piece by piece but discovers that the location of the display controller, which is one of the possible causes of this problem, has not changed compared to the iPad mini 6. This led to speculation. Apple has implemented some sort of more subtle software or hardware solution to reduce the impact.

The iPad mini 7 jelly scroll mystery hasn’t been completely solved. Despite iFixit provided valuable insight into the teardown of the deviceThere’s still a lot to discover about the solutions Apple implements.

Possible explanations include adjustments to the display calibration, the addition of compensation software, or even the use of a higher quality LCD panel.. Which method Apple used remains a mystery, but the result is undeniable: a smoother and more enjoyable viewing experience for users.

A new iPad mini is on the horizon with “a few” changes

Apple introduced the iPad mini 7 on October 15, and in short, it’s a big revolution in its small size. Officially christened “iPad mini (A17 Pro)” by Apple, this device came with a few changes in terms of design, but rather a new collection of brighter details and cheerful pastel colors.

As for the screen features of the iPad mini 7, it has almost the same screen features as the previous generation. Although the iPad Pro has adopted OLED technology with two consecutive panels, Apple continues to rely on the Liquid Retina display based on LCD technology for the 7th generation iPad mini. On the other hand, the screen of the 2024 iPad mini still has a diagonal of 8.3 inches and a resolution of 2,266 x 1,488 pixels.

Although it’s unclear how, it’s clear that Apple is listening to user complaints and taking steps to improve the viewing experience on the iPad mini 7. This demonstrates the company’s commitment to providing high-quality products and meeting the needs of your users. customers.

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