Overview

• iPadOS 19 is reported to bring macOS-like features, focusing on improved multitasking, productivity, and app window management.
• The update is expected to address criticisms that iPad hardware has outpaced its software, limiting its potential for power users.
• A design refresh is anticipated, adopting a visionOS-inspired glossy appearance with rounded corners for a unified ecosystem look.
• The overhaul will be announced alongside iOS 19 and macOS 16 during Apple’s WWDC 2025 keynote on June 9.
• This update could position iPads as more viable laptop alternatives, narrowing the gap between iPad and Mac functionality.