Apple unveils its plans for the next generation of iPads with features similar to Mac

Apple is working on a new generation of iPads equipped with the M5 processor, which could bring their power closer to that of Macs. This hardware evolution will be complemented by an upcoming update to the iPadOS operating system, which will focus on improving productivity, multitasking, and window management. With these enhancements, the user experience on the iPad will resemble more closely that of the company’s computers, all while maintaining the characteristic operating system of tablets, which remains more similar to iOS than to macOS.

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During the upcoming Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), the company is expected to make significant announcements about iPadOS 19. According to analyst Mark Gurman, the update will highlight the evolution of the operating system towards features reminiscent of macOS, a change that many users have demanded for years. Although the full inclusion of macOS on the iPad has not been confirmed, Apple seems satisfied with bringing some features of its computers to tablets, thus seeking to meet the needs of its consumers and maintain the hybridization of these devices.

The new iPad Pro, which will be launched on the market coinciding with the first anniversary of the iPad Pro M4, will be able to take advantage of all the improvements of iPadOS 19. In addition, it is expected that the models with M4 and M5 processors will have PC functionalities, allowing for optimized productivity and application management. This would mark a significant change in user perception, who have historically considered that the hardware of the iPad is superior to the available software. With this new approach, Apple aims to close that gap, offering a system that maximizes the performance of its most advanced devices.