Key Features of iPadOS 18
Home Screen Customization and Control Center
iPadOS 18 brings customization features from iOS 18, allowing users to place apps and widgets anywhere on the screen and change the color scheme of apps. The revamped Control Center features four customizable sections: All Controls, Music, Home, and Network.
Enhanced Photos App and Tapbacks for Messages
The redesigned Photos app in iPadOS 18 simplifies photo searching and organization with a new UI, creating dynamic albums that update in carousel view. The Messages app now includes Tapbacks for reacting with emojis or stickers, as well as new features like scheduled messaging and text formatting.
New Tab Bar for Navigation
A new Tab Bar floats above app content, complementing the sidebar and making it easier to switch between apps. Users can customize the Tab Bar for different apps alongside the Sidebar.
Advanced Calculator and Notes App with Math Support
For the first time, iPads will have a Calculator app with both basic and scientific calculator options. The Math Notes feature allows users to type or write mathematical expressions and see them instantly solved. The updated Notes app converts copied text into handwritten notes and offers a new way to erase notes by simply scratching out sentences.
Additional Features
iPadOS 18 also includes updates to Safari, AI tools for M1 and later iPads, and enhanced game support with titles like Assassin’s Creed Shadows and Resident Evil 7 Biohazard coming to supported iPads. A new Passwords app powered by iCloud Keychain stores all your passwords in one place.
iPadOS 18 Compatible Devices
- iPad Pro 2018
- iPad Pro 2020
- M1 iPad Pro
- M2 iPad Pro
- M4 iPad Pro
- iPad Air 3
- iPad Air 4
- M1 iPad Air
- M2 iPad Air
- iPad mini 5
- iPad 7
- iPad 8
- iPad 9
- iPad 10
The beta version of iPadOS 18 is now available for developers, with a stable release expected later this year.
Conclusion
iPadOS 18 is poised to be a game-changer for students and professionals, offering a host of new features and improvements. Make sure your iPad is compatible to take full advantage of this powerful update. Stay tuned for the official release later this year!