Marketplace Tech The latest iPad update comes with laptop functionality
Sep 10, 2025
Craig Grannell, a tech reporter for Wired, dives into the evolution of the iPad and its latest update, iPadOS 26, which adds laptop-like functionality. He shares his week-long experience of substituting his Mac with the iPad, revealing significant improvements in multitasking and usability. Grannell discusses how the iPad fosters better focus through its design, making it a strong contender against traditional desktops. The conversation highlights the transition from a content consumption device to a versatile workstation, bridging the gap between tablets and laptops.
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iPad Becomes A More Grown-Up Interface
- iPadOS 26 introduces windowed, flexible interfaces that feel more like a Mac than prior iPad modes.
- Craig Grannell says it "feels like a proper grown-up computer interface again."
Week-Long Swap With Missing Mac Utilities
- Craig Grannell spent a week replacing his Mac with an iPad running iPadOS 26 and relearned key shortcuts.
- He found the iPad capable but sometimes slower and hampered by missing Mac utilities he relied on.
Smaller Screen Improved Focus
- Using a smaller iPad screen helped Craig focus more and reduced distractions from other apps.
- He found compartmentalization and portability improved concentration and evening reading sessions.