The next version of iPadOS, numbered 18, will benefit from features boosted by artificial intelligence and centered on the use of the Apple Pencil. On the program for this next update, accessibility improvements, but above all stunning new capabilities directly integrated into certain apps, such as the iPad’s traditional native notepad.
Zoom on the Apple Pencil
Apple is obviously looking to develop the use of its stylus to an even wider audience. One of the first features advanced during WWDC 2024 is the appearance of a new floating menu, aimed at accessing certain sections of an app in record time. In the same vein of optimizing accessibility on iPadOS, it will now be possible to use this new floating menu to display the preview of a file in an app. When the user of the fruity tablet takes their Apple Pencil in hand, this menu will be automatically displayed.
SharePlay will also benefit from an update aimed at optimizing the way users interact with each other. When sharing a screen remotely, it will be possible to draw with the Apple Pencil directly on the iPad screen in order to indicate information more easily. For example, the user will be able to scribble an arrow on their screen and surround part of a photo to illustrate their words in real time.
Calculate with artificial intelligence
iPadOS 18 Math Notes. © Apple
One of the features that seems to revolutionize iPadOS is the arrival of a calculator worthy of the name on Apple’s operating system. Until now subscribed to the ranks of the major absentees, the app will not be confined to a simple display larger than on an iPhone: functions linked to artificial intelligence will be clearly developed. The user will be able to scribble their calculations using the Apple Pencil. In this mode, the equations will be solved in real time by the OS and it will be possible to make modifications, which will automatically be reflected in the data.
iPadOS Math Note. © Apple
In this same vein, Apple is innovating since the user of Calculation on iPadOS will also be able to draw their complex mathematics problems in the form of diagrams. The AI integrated into iPadOS 18 will be responsible for analyzing the freshly drawn drawing, understanding the problem and solving the equation.
The Notes application integrated into iPadOS 18 is also getting a nice facelift. A new feature is appearing: Smart Script. This uses a machine learning algorithm (machine learning) in order to reproduce the writing style of its user. This will allow you to copy and paste text by transforming it into personalized handwriting. We also imagine various layout features here.