The iPad has always been a point of discussion among individuals about whether it is a perfect alternative to computers. While Apple is tirelessly working to bridge the gap between tablets and computers, some would think the company should port macOS to iPad. Apple is believed to not do anything like this, as it will only suck the Mac lineup. This brings us today’s report that iPadOS 26 will improve multitasking on iPad, possibly with controls and elements similar to Mac.
Apple's WWDC activity has been scheduled 6 On Monday, Monday, 9th, we have high expectations for iOS 26 and iPadOS 26. iOS 26 is reportedly Apple's biggest update since the release of iOS 7, and it could have a major makeover to draw design inspiration from visionOS. iPadOS 26, on the other hand, will be an equally important update and a new report from Mark Gurman mentioned that the update will "completely revamp multitasking on iPad."
Gurman reiterates that iPadOS 26 is "completely revamping multitasking on iPad to make it more like a Mac." The idea shows that the company is willing to abandon some of the features introduced earlier to make iPadOS more like macOS, which could be part of a larger redesign for iPad. At this stage, the way the new multitasking function works on the iPad is unclear, but it may require the use of an external keyboard and trackpad. This means that some new features will be disabled until the iPad is connected to an external input device.
Gurman did not share details on the iPad menu bar similar to Mac, which could be a great addition to the iPad. However, he mentioned that iPadOS 26 will introduce the Preview app on the iPad, making the iPad more efficient and closer to a computer alternative.
Apple brings its long-standing Preview app from macOS to iPadOS and iOS for the first time, providing iPad and iPhone users with in-house PDF management, annotation and editing solutions. The software looks similar to the Mac version, with its launch screen in the same style as applications like Pages and Keynote. It includes a large logo at the top of the screen to promote the preview name and has a library of documentation options below it. The app will be pre-installed instead of launching through the App Store.
We have previously shared details about the Preview app, which is also entering the iPhone. What the company will prepare for us remains to be seen, but based on last minute details, we can suspect that the update is bigger than expected. In addition, the iPadOS 26 update will also bring visionOS-inspired design elements, which will be a welcome addition. Apple will release iPadOS 26 on Monday, and we'll cover these versions in detail, so be sure to stick with it.
