For last night you Apple prepared the release of all new versions of its OS, among which of course was iPadOS 26.1. So if you are the owner of a compatible iPad, you should already see the update and therefore be able to install it without any problems. You can install it via Settings – General – Software Update.
What iPadOS 26.1 brings
Slide Over
- The Slide Over feature allows you toonechat window above other windows and easily hide it off the screen when you're not using it.
- The windows in Slide Over are resizable, so you can choose your preferred size and aspect ratio.
Local record
- Input sensitivity control for external USB microphones is available when recording with local recording
- Ability to choose a location to save local recording files
More news and improvements
- In the Liquid Glass settings, you can choose between the default transparent look and the new tinted look. variawith less transparent interface elements in apps and notifications on the lock screen
- V miniplayers Apple Music Go to the next or previous song with a swipe gesture
- Apple Music supports AutoMix via AirPlay
- When recording with local recording, input sensitivity can be controlled for external USB microphones
- You can set the location where local recording files will be saved
- Exercises can be recorded manually directly in the Fitness app
- Opening the Camera app by swiping up from the lock screen can be turned on or off using a new option in the app's settings
- Improved FaceTime audio quality at low bandwidth
- For existing accounts for children aged 13-17 (ages may vary by country and region), Safe Communications and web content filters are turned on by default to restrict access to adult sites
- Discover new content, spatial experiences, and quickly access information about your device using the app Apple Vision Pro, which is now available on iPad.