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iPadOS 15: Release Date, Features, and Supported Devices
Everything to know about the 2021 iPadOS update
By Tim Fisher Tim Fisher Senior Vice President & Group General Manager, Tech & Sustainability Emporia State University Tim Fisher has more than 30 years' of professional technology experience. He's been writing about tech for more than two decades and serves as the VP and General Manager of Lifewire. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on August 16, 2022 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Apple iPad Macs iPadOS 15 arrived in the fall of 2021, alongside iOS 15. The two operating systems, again, share many features. Some iPad-specific introductions include Quick Note, Swift Playgrounds, Universal Control, and changes to multitasking. When Did iPadOS 15 Come Out
Apple doesn’t miss a beat rolling out new versions of its operating system; just look at the release date of the previous versions of iPadOS. Apple revealed iPadOS 15 at the WWDC 2021 on June 7. It officially became available to the public on September 20, 2021, as a free software update for iPad mini 4 and later, iPad Air 2 and later, iPad 5th generation and later, and all iPad Pro models.
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iPad software updates are free. If your device is compatible with iPadOS 15, you're prompted to install it directly on your device. Learn how to check your iPadOS version if you’re not sure how to install updates. iPadOS 15 Features
Every Apple OS update introduces changes. There are usually new features, sometimes new apps, and always lots of minor tweaks. Features from iOS 15 arrived in iPadOS 15, too, but beyond those changes—which include SharePlay, notification summaries, and Shared with You—are several others: Multitasking: A new multitasking menu provides buttons to go full screen or enable Slide Over or Split View. A center window can be made by holding down on a note or message. A new shelf showing all your open windows is available at the bottom of the screen for easy access to switch to one or close the windows. If you have a keyboard attached, the Command key reviews keyboard shortcuts that speed up multitasking.Widgets: More flexible widgets were one of the earliest rumors about iPadOS 15. You can place widgets on the Home Screen right next to your other apps. Most come in a new larger size.Notes: Quick Note is a new iPadOS feature that lets you easily jot down notes over any app or screen. It can be triggered from Control Center, a keyboard shortcut, or via a swipe motion with your finger or Apple Pencil. Notes provide context to easily return to wherever you were when they were created, and they're available on your other devices, too, with support for tags for simple searching later.Live Text: Translate text on the fly and grab text from photos to instantly copy things like phone numbers or directions.Universal Control: Use one keyboard and mouse/trackpad to control your and Mac and iPad. The mouse can move freely between the devices, and the keyboard is ready to go wherever your mouse is focused.Interactive Memories: A new, immersive interface in Memories where you can personalize your story with a song from Apple Music.Swift Playgrounds: Learn, code, and submit apps to the App Store right from your iPad. How to Use Auto Translate on iPad What's New in iPadOS 15? iPadOS 15 Supported Devices
You can get iPadOS 15 on these devices: iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation)iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation)iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation)iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation)iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation)iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation)iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation)iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st generation)iPad Pro 10.5-inchiPad Pro 9.7-inchiPad (8th generation)iPad (7th generation)iPad (6th generation)iPad (5th generation)iPad mini (5th generation)iPad mini 4iPad Air (4th generation)iPad Air (3rd generation)iPad Air 2 The Latest News About iPadOS 15
You can get more mobile device news from Lifewire. Here are some of the latest stories and early rumors surrounding iPadOS 15: iOS and iPadOS 15.4, Plus macOS 12.3, Are Available Now Apple Unpacks iPadOS 15 How iPadOS 15 Widgets Could Change How You Use the iPad Apple Explores Multiple User Accounts for iPad and iPhone iPadOS 16: Release Date, Features, News, and Price Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire Is Your iPad Obsolete and Outdated? 2021 iPad Pro: News, Price, Release Date, and Specs iOS 15: Release Date, Features, and Supported Devices How to Fix It When Apple Pencil Isn't Working iOS 15 Compatibility: Is Your Device Supported? New iPad Pro 2022: Price, Release Date, Specs, and News iPadOS 16: Release Date, Features, News, and Price How to Charge an Apple Pencil (Any Generation) The iPad's Screen Resolution for Different Models What iPads Are Compatible With the Apple Pencil? What Is the iPad Air and How Does it Compare? iOS 16: News, Price, Release Date, and Features New iPad mini Pro: News and Expected Price, Release Date, Specs; and More Rumors iPad Pro (2021, M1) Review: Desktop Performance in a Tablet What Is the Difference Between the iPad Pro and the Air? How Long Does an iPad Last? Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies