Apple released iPadOS 26.2 this Friday, December 12, 2025, marking the second major version of the iPadOS 26 operating system.
The software can be easily downloaded via over-the-air update by accessing the device settings. The main new feature consolidates the advances in multitasking initiated in the previous version, allowing users to manage multiple applications more efficiently.
Users now have the ability to drag application icons directly from Dock, Busca Spotlight, or Biblioteca from Apps to different multitasking modes. Isso includes features like Slide Over and tiled views, guided by clear visual indicators.
Advanced multitasking on iPadOS
The update significantly refines the window system that was introduced with iPadOS 26. Drag and drop gestures have been improved to allow for more agile organization of windows, making it easier to position apps in Slide Over mode when moving to the edges of the screen.
This functionality represents a considerable advancement in the way users interact with their devices, making application manipulation notably more intuitive compared to previous controls. Visual indicators, which appear during the dragging process, offer clear options such as opening in a larger or smaller window in the center of the screen.
Improvements in interaction with applications
These visual and gestural tools help reduce the number of touches and steps required to set up and optimize multiple workspaces. The experience becomes more fluid and straightforward, allowing users to focus on productivity and content rather than complex window management.
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What’s new in Apple Music and Podcasts
Apple Music has been enriched with the inclusion of the playlist “Songs Favoritas”, now highlighted in the “Top Escolhas” section, in the “Home” tab. Essa addition provides users with more direct and faster access to their favorite tracks, improving navigability within the application.
Another relevant feature is support for offline lyrics for already downloaded songs. Este feature allows users to view the lyrics of their songs even without an internet connection, which is especially useful for those who use the application in offline modes or in areas with limited network signal.
The Podcasts application has also received substantial improvements, with the introduction of automatically generated chapters. Essa smart tool makes it easy to navigate between sections of longer episodes, allowing listeners to jump directly to specific parts of interest.
Additionally, links to other podcasts mentioned during an episode now appear directly in the player and transcript. Isso allows listeners to follow and discover new shows without needing to leave the current app.
Optimized game library
The Jogos library has been improved with the addition of new filters that allow you to organize titles by category, size and other specific criteria. Essa detailed organization helps users find their favorite games or discover new options much more efficiently and quickly.
Challenge score banners now provide real-time updates, alerting players when someone takes the lead in a match or competition. Support for external controllers such as Backbone and Razer has also been improved, ensuring greater compatibility and a more immersive gaming experience.
Lock screen customization
Users now have additional options available to customize the time display on Tela and Bloqueio. Essa flexibility allows you to adjust the layout and style of time information to suit individual preferences.
The opacity of the “Liquid Glass” material present on the lock screen can be adjusted to offer more or less transparency. Essa functionality allows for deeper customization of the appearance of the locked home screen, complementing the design changes introduced in iPadOS 26.
Other important features and fixes
The update includes a number of new features and improvements that aim to optimize the overall user experience. Entre they stand out:
The Freeform application now supports tables that can include text, images, documents, and drawings, with cells that automatically resize to accommodate the content. The update also fixes issues such as pre-release albums on Apple Music not playing immediately and incorrect tags on organization-managed Privacidade and Segurança configurations.
Stability and availability
Version 26.2 of iPadOS incorporates several bug fixes that had been reported in previous updates. Essas improvements are focused on increasing overall system stability and optimizing performance in native applications, ensuring a smoother and more reliable experience.
Users of compatible iPads will receive automatic notifications for the update installation, which occurs wirelessly, eliminating the need to connect to a computer. Apple recommends that users perform a backup of their data before starting the update process to avoid any possible loss of information.
This version consolidates significant advances in iPad productivity, making the device even more versatile for performing simultaneous tasks. Additions to apps like Music and Podcasts enhance the everyday experience, while accessibility and security features receive extra attention, reinforcing Apple’s commitment to functionality and user protection.