iOS 26 Public Beta: Top Features and Compatibility Overview
TL;DR
The iPadOS 26 public beta introduces a major update with a new Liquid Glass design, a versatile windowing system for multitasking, and new apps like Journal and Phone, making the iPad more productive and Mac-like. Other features include a macOS-style menu bar and an upgraded Image Playground with AI image generation, offering a significant upgrade for iPad users.
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