Federighi Discusses Delay in Making iPad More Mac-Like

Apple's iPadOS 26 introduces significant updates making the iPad more Mac-like, including proper windowing and a menubar. Despite the iPad having the same M1 chip as Macs since 2021, the delay was due to the need for the software to meet the fast, touch-based interaction expectations of iPad users and a complete re-architecture of the windowing system. Federighi explained that responsiveness and user experience were key factors in the timing of these updates.