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Apple says the iPad’s hardware limitations prevented it from implementing proper windowed multitasking earlier
- Apple explains that hardware limitations prevented the implementation of windowed multitasking on older iPads without compromising responsiveness.
- Craig Federighi stated that the technology needed to meet the iPad's instant multitouch interface.
- Hardware constraints hindered windowed multitasking on older iPads and Stage Manager.
- Apple focused on delivering a Mac-like multitasking experience on more powerful and newer iPad models.
- The new windowing system on iPadOS 26 supports multiple app windows on newer iPads, limited to four on older models.
- iPadOS 26 introduces Mac-like menus, traffic-light window controls, and true background tasks.
- The system allows users to freely place windows and save their position and size for reopening.
- Apple maintains the distinction between iPad and Mac interface designs while emphasizing user familiarity.
- iPadOS 26 will be released in the fall to all compatible iPads, currently available as a developer preview.
- The operating system includes a Preview app for PDF viewing, editing, and markup, similar to the Mac version.
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