iPadOS 27 still needs simpler multitasking, here’s what I’d like to see
AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication
Apple’s iPadOS 27 fails to resolve persistent multitasking frustrations introduced in iPadOS 26. The previous update replaced simple Split View and Slide Over features with a complex windowing system. Although these legacy features returned in later betas, they remain tethered to the new windowing interface. This integration forces users to navigate cumbersome window management just to access basic multitasking tools. The author argues that the current setup lacks flexibility, offering only full-screen apps or the complicated windowing system. Split View and Slide Over now require precise window positioning, often triggering unintentionally. While the windowing system works well on large iPad Pros with Magic Keyboards, it complicates usage on smaller devices. The article suggests Apple should offer distinct “Classic” and “Pro” multitasking modes. Classic would provide simple full-screen options with Slide Over and Split View. Pro would retain the advanced windowing and Stage Manager features. Currently, the system caters too heavily to laptop-replacement users, neglecting those who prefer traditional iPad simplicity. The lack of a straightforward, standalone simple multitasking option remains a significant oversight in the latest software iteration.
💡 Why It Matters
- · Forcing all users into a pro-centric workflow alienates casual iPad owners who value simplicity over power.
- · Apple risks diminishing the device's core appeal by burying intuitive features under unnecessary complexity.
