iPadOS 17
iPadOS 17 compatible devices
| Device Name | SOC | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) | M4 | 2024-05-15 |
| iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) | M4 | 2024-05-15 |
| iPad Air 13-inch (M2) | M2 | 2024-05-15 |
| iPad Air 11-inch (M2) | M2 | 2024-05-15 |
| iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation) | M2 | 2022-10-26 |
| iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation) | M2 | 2022-10-26 |
| iPad (10th generation) | A14 Bionic | 2022-10-26 |
| iPad Air (5th generation) | M1 | 2022-03-18 |
| iPad mini (6th generation) | A15 Bionic | 2021-09-24 |
| iPad (9th generation) | A13 Bionic | 2021-09-24 |
| iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation) | M1 | 2021-05-21 |
| iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation) | M1 | 2021-05-21 |
| iPad Air (4th generation) | A14 Bionic | 2020-10-23 |
| iPad (8th generation) | A12 Bionic | 2020-09-18 |
| iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation) | A12Z Bionic | 2020-03-25 |
| iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation) | A12Z Bionic | 2020-03-25 |
| iPad (7th generation) | A10 Fusion | 2019-09-25 |
| iPad Air (3rd generation) | A12 Bionic | 2019-03-18 |
| iPad mini (5th generation) | A12 Bionic | 2019-03-18 |
| iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation) | A12X Bionic | 2018-11-07 |
| iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation) | A12X Bionic | 2018-11-07 |
| iPad (6th generation) | A10 Fusion | 2018-03-27 |
| iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation) | A10X Fusion | 2017-06-13 |
| iPad Pro 10.5-inch | A10X Fusion | 2017-06-13 |
Exploring iPadOS 17: What's New and Exciting?
Apple's iPadOS 17 introduces a range of new features and enhancements, making the iPad experience more powerful and versatile. Here’s a closer look at the exciting updates:
Dynamic Lock Screen Customization
iPadOS 17 brings dynamic lock screen customization, allowing users to add interactive widgets, choose from various wallpapers, and customize the look with new font styles, making the lock screen more functional and personalized.
Enhanced Multitasking
Multitasking gets even better with Stage Manager improvements, offering more intuitive app management and the ability to resize windows more freely. This makes juggling multiple tasks easier and more efficient.
Advanced Widgets
Widgets are more interactive and can be placed anywhere on the home screen or in the Today View, providing quick access to information and functions without opening apps.
Improved Files App
The Files app receives significant updates, including enhanced search capabilities, better organization tools, and more robust integration with cloud services, making file management on the iPad seamless.
New Notes Features
The Notes app introduces new collaboration tools, advanced formatting options, and improved handwriting recognition, making note-taking more powerful and collaborative.
Health App
For the first time, the Health app comes to iPad, providing a comprehensive view of your health data and metrics, seamlessly synced across all your devices.
Safari Enhancements
Safari becomes more powerful with enhanced tab management, improved privacy features, and better support for web apps, offering a desktop-class browsing experience on the iPad.
Advanced Siri
Siri gets smarter with more natural responses, offline functionality, and the ability to handle more complex queries and tasks, making it an even more useful assistant.
Pro Apps Optimizations
Pro apps like Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro are optimized for iPadOS 17, providing desktop-level performance and features, turning your iPad into a powerful creative workstation.
Improved Accessibility
iPadOS 17 includes new accessibility features like Assistive Access, Personal Voice, and enhancements to VoiceOver, ensuring that the iPad is usable by everyone.
iPadOS 17 is designed to make your iPad more versatile, powerful, and personalized. From advanced multitasking and dynamic lock screen customization to enhanced apps and accessibility features, there’s something for everyone in this update. Upgrade to iPadOS 17 and explore the latest innovations from Apple!