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Apple’s Craig Federighi on the long road to the iPad’s Mac-like multitasking
- Apple has introduced a new multitasking UI in iPadOS 26, resembling a Mac-like interface with improved features.
- Craig Federighi, Apple's Senior VP of Software Engineering, teased the audience about the long-awaited Mac-like multitasking capabilities for iPad.
- Federighi explained the historical limitations of iPads lacking multi-window multitasking and data exchange functionalities.
- Technical advancements have allowed modern iPads to match Mac capabilities, leading to the development of enhanced multitasking features.
- Apple's previous attempt at windowed multitasking with Stage Manager faced significant challenges and limitations.
- The new multitasking system in iPadOS 26 offers improved compatibility and functionality, catering to various iPad models.
- While the new UI aligns closer to the Mac interface, Apple maintains distinctions between iPad and Mac products.
- Certain limitations persist, such as background task restrictions and performance variances across iPad models.
- The redesigned multitasking model aims to enhance iPad functionality while preserving its simplicity and usability.
- Apple's approach combines familiar design elements for user comfort while maintaining the uniqueness of the iPad.
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