Has jelly scrolling been resolved on the new iPad mini 7? Here’s what we know

Apple’s iPad mini 7 is making headlines for addressing a significant flaw found in its predecessor, the iPad mini 6 — the “jelly scrolling” issue. For many users, jelly scrolling was a frustrating visual anomaly, especially when using the tablet in portrait mode. The problem caused one side of the screen to refresh more slowly than the other, resulting in a wobbling or tearing effect when scrolling through content. While some users could overlook it, others found it impossible to ignore, making the device uncomfortable to use.

Now, with the release of the iPad mini 7, there’s optimism that Apple has finally fixed this issue. Jason Snell from the Six Colors Podcast hinted that Apple has made unspecified adjustments to the display hardware, potentially solving the jelly scrolling problem. While Snell didn’t confirm this directly, his remarks, likely based on insider information, suggest that users can expect improvements. The lack of concrete details leaves room for speculation, but as Snell put it, “My guess is it’s different. And maybe better. And maybe gone.”

Jelly scrolling became particularly noticeable in the iPad mini 6 due to the device’s display controller board, which iFixit pointed out was mounted vertically instead of horizontally. This shift in design seemed to exacerbate the screen tearing, making it much more visible in portrait mode. Although Apple initially dismissed the issue as normal behavior for LCD displays, the problem persisted in discussions, even leading to talks of a potential class-action lawsuit.

While the seventh-generation iPad mini doesn’t come with the highly coveted 120Hz ProMotion display — a feature that could have completely eliminated jelly scrolling by dramatically increasing the refresh rate — the subtle hardware changes may still provide relief. The tablet is already available for pre-order, and with its official launch set for October 23, users will soon find out if Apple has successfully addressed this lingering concern.

Though reviews are yet to roll in, and early adopters haven’t gotten their hands on the device, there’s growing anticipation to see how Apple tackled this issue. A teardown by iFixit or reviews from trusted sources will shed light on whether the jelly scrolling has been resolved, providing the confirmation that many iPad mini fans have been waiting for.