iPadOS 27 launches on September 14, here are the compatible devices

During its “Surprise and Shine” event today, Apple confirmed that iPadOS 27 will be released in just a few days, on September 14. Here are the compatible devices. iPadOS 27 to be released on September 14 Apple today announced the iPhone Duo, the company’s first foldable iPhone, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro, and iPhone 18 Pro Max. In addition to the new hardware, Apple also confirmed the release [...]

SpaceXAI expands Grok Bot to iPad as access expands to cheaper plans

Last month, SpaceXAI launched Grok Bot, an iMessage-style AI system that displays agents as teammates. The product originally arrived as an iPhone and Mac app with a very expensive price tag. In the weeks since launch, Grok Bot has expanded to the iPad and dramatically lowered the cost. Grok Bot arrives on iPad and Android Like a lot of AI services, Grok Bot started with the Mac and [...]

Apple has reportedly canceled innovative product that was ‘Ternus priority’

A new Omdia research note today outlined Apple’s reported Mac and iPad roadmap for the years ahead, and it also mentioned that a key rumored product has been canceled. Here are the details. Foldable iPad/Mac hybrid that was John Ternus ‘priority’ has reportedly been canceled For years, rumors have suggested that the iPhone will be just the first Apple product line to adopt foldable displays. Reporting suggests that [...]

Apple’s big roadmap for new Mac and iPad models revealed: report

A new report from Omdia offers fresh details on Apple’s roadmap for new MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and iPad models in the years ahead. Here’s what it says is coming. Here are the new MacBooks and iPads in the works, per Omdia Omdia has published a wide-ranging report on display panels coming to new MacBooks and iPads. Based on the firm’s research into displays, it has published a [...]

Apple’s next iPad mini is almost ready, here’s what to expect

Apple has a lot in store for this fall, headlined by the iPhone Ultra and iPhone 18 Pro launching next month. Apple is also working on a new iPad mini, and a new report today suggests it’s coming in October. A new iPad mini is coming soon In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Mark Gurman reports that the new iPad mini with an OLED screen [...]

Astropad’s new Rock Paper Pencil 4 adds a graphite feel to Apple Pencil and iPad

Want the nano-texture feel on your iPad display without the commitment? Astropad has an all-new version of its excellent Rock Paper Pencil product that adds a second writing feel while retaining its removable design. Graphite feel comes to Apple Pencil and iPad with Rock Paper Pencil 4.0 Rock Paper Pencil 4.0 pairs a nano-texture screen protector with custom Apple Pencil tips. For the first time, buyers can choose [...]

iPadOS 27 adds three features to make iPad more like the Mac

iPadOS and macOS used to be very different software platforms. But especially since iPadOS 26, the two have become a lot more alike. And that’s even more true this year, with iPadOS 27 adding three features that make the iPad more Mac-like than ever. #1: App names in status bar I work on an M5 iPad Pro that‘s attached to a Magic Keyboard all the time. And one [...]

Parents urged to revisit screen time limits as kids head back to school

Parents are being urged to revisit the screen time limits they impose on their kids when they head back to school. It says stressed parents may take a more relaxed attitude to screen time during the summer break, and this can prove seriously detrimental to their children once the new school term begins. Additionally, experts say that the two hours a day limit previously recommended is now outdated, [...]

Report: iPad shipments fell 8% in Q2 2026 amid global tablet market decline

Last week, Apple reported a 5% year-over-year drop in iPad revenue for the June quarter. Now, a new report puts that decline into the context of the broader tablet market’s performance for Q2 2026. Here are the details. Tablet shipments slide worldwide According to a new report published by research firm Omdia (via MacMagazine), worldwide tablet shipments fell to 35.5 million units during Q2 2026, marking a 9.9% [...]

Apple adds new 36-month financing options for iPad purchases

Apple has added new financing options for cellular iPad purchases. As of today, you can buy cellular iPads directly from Apple with 36-month financing from AT&T and Verizon. Apple adds 36-month carrier financing for cellular iPads Prior to this change, the only financing option available for cellular iPad purchases from Apple was the 12-month interest-free financing offered by Apple Card. The new AT&T and Verizon options are available [...]