iPadOS 18
iPadOS 18 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 |
Exploring iPadOS 18: What's New and Exciting?
iPadOS 18, released in 2024 and based on iOS 18, brings a wealth of new features and enhancements designed to elevate the iPad experience, making it more versatile and user-friendly.
Apple Intelligence
iPadOS 18 introduces Apple Intelligence, a suite of AI-powered tools that enhance the iPad's capabilities. This includes:
- Writing Tools: Systemwide writing tools for rewriting, proofreading, and summarizing text across apps like Mail, Notes, Pages, and third-party apps.
- Smart Script: Enhances handwritten notes by making them more legible and allowing for advanced editing features like scratching out text to delete it.
- Image Playground: Allows users to create playful images in styles like Animation, Illustration, and Sketch. It also integrates with the Notes app for enhanced visual note-taking.
Enhanced Customization
iPadOS 18 brings more customization options:
- Home Screen Customization: Users can freely place and resize app icons and widgets, add dark mode icons, and use a color picker to match icons to their background.
- Control Center Redesign: Allows for more customization with sections dedicated to media controls, HomeKit, and more, with the ability to swipe between them.
Core App Upgrades
Several core apps have received significant updates:
- Photos App: Merges the Library and For You tabs into a simplified view, introduces Collections for easier browsing, and adds a carousel view for highlights.
- Notes App: Now supports live audio recording and transcription, Smart Script for improved handwriting, and new math-solving capabilities with Math Notes.
- Messages: Supports scheduling texts, enhanced Tapbacks with any emoji, and RCS for better messaging with Android users.
Privacy and Security Enhancements
iPadOS 18 introduces robust privacy and security features:
- App Locking and Hiding: Lock apps with Face ID or Touch ID and hide them in a secure folder in the App Library.
- Selective Contact Sharing: Apps can be granted access to specific contacts instead of the entire contact list.
- Improved Bluetooth Privacy: Enhances the security of Bluetooth connections by limiting app access to nearby devices.
New Apps and Features
- Calculator App: Finally available on the iPad, featuring a history and unit conversion, as well as Math Notes for solving equations.
- Passwords App: Manages iCloud Keychain passwords, Wi-Fi passwords, and verification codes, accessible across all Apple devices.
Gaming and Performance
- Game Mode: Minimizes background activity to enhance gaming performance, reduces latency, and supports Personalized Spatial Audio for an immersive experience.
Legacy
iPadOS 18 builds on the solid foundation of previous updates, introducing key features like Apple Intelligence, enhanced customization options, and significant app upgrades. These improvements make iPadOS 18 a significant update, paving the way for future innovations in Apple's software ecosystem.