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iPadOS 27 Introduces Three Mac-Like Features, Including Always-On Menu Bar and Speed Improvements
Key points
- iPadOS 27 displays the active app's name in the status bar.
- A new setting allows the menu bar to remain visible constantly.
- Everyday tasks like context menus and file transfers are now faster.
- File browsing and transfers are up to 5x faster, matching Mac's Finder speed.
Enhanced User Interface for Keyboard Users
iPadOS 27 introduces the active app's name in the status bar, located next to other elements like the time and date. This change addresses a common issue for users with external keyboards, where identifying the active application for keyboard shortcuts was often unclear, especially with multiple apps visible.
Persistent Menu Bar Option
The new iPadOS version includes an option for an always-on menu bar. While iPadOS 26 first brought the menu bar, it previously required explicit summoning. iPadOS 27 adds a toggle in the Multitasking & Gestures settings to keep the menu bar continuously visible, providing a more consistent interface similar to macOS.
Performance Improvements for Daily Tasks
iPadOS 27 delivers speed enhancements for various everyday operations. Context menus now open faster when using a cursor, and file browsing and transfers to external drives are up to five times quicker, reaching speeds comparable to Finder on the Mac. App launch times and window management, including closing, switching, and dragging windows, have also been improved for greater responsiveness.
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Reporting from
iPadOS 27 adds three new features that bring the iPad closer to the Mac experience: an active app name in the status bar, an always-on menu bar option, and general speed improvements for everyday tasks. These updates address long-standing user experience issues, particularly for iPad users who frequently use a keyboard and cursor.