Riley Hill
@slatepad.bsky.social
I feel like it says something that iPadOS 26, and presumably iOS 26, are still “optional” updates.
Usually, the .1 release is when they become required.
Usually, the .1 release is when they become required.
November 22, 2025 at 6:08 PM
I feel like it says something that iPadOS 26, and presumably iOS 26, are still “optional” updates.
Usually, the .1 release is when they become required.
Usually, the .1 release is when they become required.
Getting ready for Metroid Prime 4
November 22, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Getting ready for Metroid Prime 4
If you’re using Ulysses on iPad or iPhone, it just got its Liquid Glass update.
apps.apple.com/us/app/ulyss...
apps.apple.com/us/app/ulyss...
Liquid Glass
It not only looks stunning; it also comes packed with tons of fixes and refinements.
apps.apple.com
November 18, 2025 at 2:42 AM
If you’re using Ulysses on iPad or iPhone, it just got its Liquid Glass update.
apps.apple.com/us/app/ulyss...
apps.apple.com/us/app/ulyss...
As iPad users, we’ve unfortunately gotten used to waiting years for Apple to address our feedback.
The quick changes they’ve been making in iPadOS 26 (even if they were planned) are a welcome change.
slatepad.org/2025/11/17/i...
The quick changes they’ve been making in iPadOS 26 (even if they were planned) are a welcome change.
slatepad.org/2025/11/17/i...
iPadOS 26.2 Beta 3 Brings Back Drag & Drop Multitasking
iPadOS 26.2 Beta 3 brings back drag & drop multitasking for Split View and Slide Over, plus adds support for AirDrop one-time codes.
slatepad.org
November 18, 2025 at 2:37 AM
As iPad users, we’ve unfortunately gotten used to waiting years for Apple to address our feedback.
The quick changes they’ve been making in iPadOS 26 (even if they were planned) are a welcome change.
slatepad.org/2025/11/17/i...
The quick changes they’ve been making in iPadOS 26 (even if they were planned) are a welcome change.
slatepad.org/2025/11/17/i...
I wrote a lot about the M5 iPad Pro, but it boils down to this:
The iPad Pro is Apple’s most versatile hardware, and iPadOS 26 enables apps to be more capable. Apple is, however, walking a fine line with its new OS.…
https://slatepad.org/2025/11/15/m5-ipad-pro-review-most-versatile-computer-yet/
The iPad Pro is Apple’s most versatile hardware, and iPadOS 26 enables apps to be more capable. Apple is, however, walking a fine line with its new OS.…
https://slatepad.org/2025/11/15/m5-ipad-pro-review-most-versatile-computer-yet/
November 15, 2025 at 4:25 PM
I wrote a lot about the M5 iPad Pro, but it boils down to this:
The iPad Pro is Apple’s most versatile hardware, and iPadOS 26 enables apps to be more capable. Apple is, however, walking a fine line with its new OS.…
https://slatepad.org/2025/11/15/m5-ipad-pro-review-most-versatile-computer-yet/
The iPad Pro is Apple’s most versatile hardware, and iPadOS 26 enables apps to be more capable. Apple is, however, walking a fine line with its new OS.…
https://slatepad.org/2025/11/15/m5-ipad-pro-review-most-versatile-computer-yet/
Nice update from LumaFusion today, bringing background export support on iPadOS 26!
LumaFusion Beats Final Cut Pro to Background Exports on iPadOS
The popular video editing software takes advantage of one of the hallmark features of iPadOS 26.
slatepad.org
November 14, 2025 at 12:22 AM
Nice update from LumaFusion today, bringing background export support on iPadOS 26!
If you’re still on iPadOS 18 because your iPad doesn’t support iPadOS 26, Apple just released a new security update.
Apple Releases iPadOS 18.7.2 with Security Fixes for Older iPads
Alongside the security fixes in iPadOS 26.1, a corresponding update is available for older iPads.
slatepad.org
November 6, 2025 at 4:25 AM
If you’re still on iPadOS 18 because your iPad doesn’t support iPadOS 26, Apple just released a new security update.
Getting 120hz external display support working with the M5 iPad Pro was more difficult than the reviews made it seem. Mostly because my gaming monitor doesn’t have a USB-C port.
I put together a quick video detailing how it works and how I got it working.
youtu.be/DbK9r67Bwn8
I put together a quick video detailing how it works and how I got it working.
youtu.be/DbK9r67Bwn8
M5 iPad Pro: How to Get 4K 120 Hz on External Monitors
YouTube video by SlatePad
youtu.be
October 31, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Getting 120hz external display support working with the M5 iPad Pro was more difficult than the reviews made it seem. Mostly because my gaming monitor doesn’t have a USB-C port.
I put together a quick video detailing how it works and how I got it working.
youtu.be/DbK9r67Bwn8
I put together a quick video detailing how it works and how I got it working.
youtu.be/DbK9r67Bwn8
Apple closed out fiscal 2025 with $102.5 billion in Q4 revenue, up 8% year-over-year.
📈 iPhone 17 demand is strong, iPad sales are steady, and wearables remain flat.
Solid results heading into what could be a record holiday quarter.
📈 iPhone 17 demand is strong, iPad sales are steady, and wearables remain flat.
Solid results heading into what could be a record holiday quarter.
Apple’s Q4 2025 Results Show iPhone Strength and iPad Stability
The iPhone 17 lineup is off to a strong start, while iPad sales remained steady and wearables showed mixed performance.
slatepad.org
October 31, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Apple closed out fiscal 2025 with $102.5 billion in Q4 revenue, up 8% year-over-year.
📈 iPhone 17 demand is strong, iPad sales are steady, and wearables remain flat.
Solid results heading into what could be a record holiday quarter.
📈 iPhone 17 demand is strong, iPad sales are steady, and wearables remain flat.
Solid results heading into what could be a record holiday quarter.
The M5 iPad Pro finally supports high refresh rate external displays, up to 4K at 120 Hz with Adaptive Sync.
Here’s what it means, what you’ll need, and how to actually get 120 Hz working on your setup.
Here’s what it means, what you’ll need, and how to actually get 120 Hz working on your setup.
M5 iPad Pro External Display Guide: 6K 60 Hz or 4K 120 Hz with Adaptive Sync
Here’s what high refresh rate support means on iPad, how it works, and what you’ll need to get the most out of it.
slatepad.org
October 25, 2025 at 6:52 PM
The M5 iPad Pro finally supports high refresh rate external displays, up to 4K at 120 Hz with Adaptive Sync.
Here’s what it means, what you’ll need, and how to actually get 120 Hz working on your setup.
Here’s what it means, what you’ll need, and how to actually get 120 Hz working on your setup.
iPadOS 26.1 Beta 4 Adds Liquid Glass Toggle and Camera Shortcut Option
The update brings small but welcome refinements to the iPad experience ahead of the M5 iPad Pro’s release.
The update brings small but welcome refinements to the iPad experience ahead of the M5 iPad Pro’s release.
iPadOS 26.1 Beta 4 Adds Liquid Glass Toggle and Camera Shortcut Option
The update brings small but welcome refinements to the iPad experience ahead of the M5 iPad Pro’s release.
slatepad.org
October 21, 2025 at 3:04 AM
iPadOS 26.1 Beta 4 Adds Liquid Glass Toggle and Camera Shortcut Option
The update brings small but welcome refinements to the iPad experience ahead of the M5 iPad Pro’s release.
The update brings small but welcome refinements to the iPad experience ahead of the M5 iPad Pro’s release.
In spite of the constant calls for its death, the Vision Pro just received its first major hardware revision.
Normally a chip update wouldn’t count as “major,” but the jump from M2 to M5 brings more than just raw performance, including better battery life, 120Hz support, and somehow, more pixels.
Normally a chip update wouldn’t count as “major,” but the jump from M2 to M5 brings more than just raw performance, including better battery life, 120Hz support, and somehow, more pixels.
Apple Vision Pro Gets M5 Chip and Dual Knit Band in First Major Upgrade
Source: Apple After almost two years on the market, the Apple Vision Pro has received its first major hardware upgrade. Alongside the new iPad Pro and 14-inch MacBook Pro, the updated Vision Pro is among the launch devices for Apple’s new M5 chip. For the Vision Pro, the chip update alone is a substantial improvement. The first-generation headset launched with an M2 chip when the M3 had already been released and the M4 was right around the corner.
slatepad.org
October 16, 2025 at 2:37 AM
In spite of the constant calls for its death, the Vision Pro just received its first major hardware revision.
Normally a chip update wouldn’t count as “major,” but the jump from M2 to M5 brings more than just raw performance, including better battery life, 120Hz support, and somehow, more pixels.
Normally a chip update wouldn’t count as “major,” but the jump from M2 to M5 brings more than just raw performance, including better battery life, 120Hz support, and somehow, more pixels.
Apple’s M5 iPad Pro is finally official. Here’s a breakdown of what’s new, from faster AI performance to Wi-Fi 7 and Adaptive Sync support.
M5 iPad Pro Breakdown: Apple’s Most Powerful Tablet Gets Faster AI, Wi-Fi 7, and Adaptive Sync
Apple’s top of the line tablet gets a new chip, faster wireless, and improved external display support.
slatepad.org
October 16, 2025 at 12:14 AM
Apple’s M5 iPad Pro is finally official. Here’s a breakdown of what’s new, from faster AI performance to Wi-Fi 7 and Adaptive Sync support.
New Video!
I didn’t do a review of the iPhone Air.
Instead, I wanted to present the perspective of someone that “downgraded” from a Pro to an Air, since it’s so hard for some people to understand why someone would buy this phone.
youtu.be/Qj-tjvtqKBY
I didn’t do a review of the iPhone Air.
Instead, I wanted to present the perspective of someone that “downgraded” from a Pro to an Air, since it’s so hard for some people to understand why someone would buy this phone.
youtu.be/Qj-tjvtqKBY
Why I Chose the iPhone Air Instead of the 17 Pro
YouTube video by SlatePad
youtu.be
October 14, 2025 at 12:41 PM
New Video!
I didn’t do a review of the iPhone Air.
Instead, I wanted to present the perspective of someone that “downgraded” from a Pro to an Air, since it’s so hard for some people to understand why someone would buy this phone.
youtu.be/Qj-tjvtqKBY
I didn’t do a review of the iPhone Air.
Instead, I wanted to present the perspective of someone that “downgraded” from a Pro to an Air, since it’s so hard for some people to understand why someone would buy this phone.
youtu.be/Qj-tjvtqKBY
Oh look… another AAA game coming to iPad. And iPhone. And even Vision Pro!
Control: Ultimate Edition is heading to Apple devices in 2026.
Control: Ultimate Edition is heading to Apple devices in 2026.
Control Ultimate Edition Coming to iPad, iPhone, and Vision Pro in 2026
Get ready to revisit the Oldest House on your tablet, phone, or spatial computer.
slatepad.org
October 10, 2025 at 3:19 AM
Oh look… another AAA game coming to iPad. And iPhone. And even Vision Pro!
Control: Ultimate Edition is heading to Apple devices in 2026.
Control: Ultimate Edition is heading to Apple devices in 2026.
In case you missed it, it looks like iPadOS 26.1 will make a lot of iPadOS users happy by bringing back the Slide Over multitasking option. Details here:
📝 slatepad.org/2025/10/06/s...
📺 youtu.be/NCF1T5d6B0A
📝 slatepad.org/2025/10/06/s...
📺 youtu.be/NCF1T5d6B0A
iPadOS 26.1 Beta 2 Restores Slide Over Multitasking with New Controls.
Slide Over multitasking is back in iPadOS 26.1 Beta 2, featuring new controls, a single-app design, and improved resizable windows.
slatepad.org
October 7, 2025 at 2:38 AM
In case you missed it, it looks like iPadOS 26.1 will make a lot of iPadOS users happy by bringing back the Slide Over multitasking option. Details here:
📝 slatepad.org/2025/10/06/s...
📺 youtu.be/NCF1T5d6B0A
📝 slatepad.org/2025/10/06/s...
📺 youtu.be/NCF1T5d6B0A
Apple nailed this year’s iPhone hardware.
With the M5 iPad Pro on the horizon, here’s what I’m hoping iPad borrows from iPhone.
With the M5 iPad Pro on the horizon, here’s what I’m hoping iPad borrows from iPhone.
The Six iPhone Features Apple Should Add to the Next iPad Pro
Apple’s newest iPhones delivered some standout hardware and software improvements, from smarter power management to tougher glass. Here are the features I’d love to see migrate to the next-gen iPad Pro,
slatepad.org
October 5, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Apple nailed this year’s iPhone hardware.
With the M5 iPad Pro on the horizon, here’s what I’m hoping iPad borrows from iPhone.
With the M5 iPad Pro on the horizon, here’s what I’m hoping iPad borrows from iPhone.
Apparently the license for V2 of the Affinity apps is currently free on iPad 🤷🏾♂️
www.reddit.com/r/ipad/comme...
www.reddit.com/r/ipad/comme...
From the ipad community on Reddit: Designers, Affinity software became free for lifetime on iPad!!! (Probably for a short time)
Explore this post and more from the ipad community
www.reddit.com
October 2, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Apparently the license for V2 of the Affinity apps is currently free on iPad 🤷🏾♂️
www.reddit.com/r/ipad/comme...
www.reddit.com/r/ipad/comme...
The welcome screen always puts a smile on my face
September 29, 2025 at 5:39 PM
The welcome screen always puts a smile on my face
Most Pro users don’t see where the iPhone Air makes sense in Apple’s lineup.
For me, it’s the iPhone I’ve been waiting for, and the one that finally pushed me to leave the Pro line.
For me, it’s the iPhone I’ve been waiting for, and the one that finally pushed me to leave the Pro line.
Why I Chose the iPhone Air Over the iPhone 17 Pro
For some, the iPhone Air is the perfect opportunity to step away from the Pro line.
slatepad.org
September 20, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Most Pro users don’t see where the iPhone Air makes sense in Apple’s lineup.
For me, it’s the iPhone I’ve been waiting for, and the one that finally pushed me to leave the Pro line.
For me, it’s the iPhone I’ve been waiting for, and the one that finally pushed me to leave the Pro line.
Please welcome the newest addition to my Dock!
Idk what it says about me that I have the Phone app in my iPad Dock but not my iPhone.
Idk what it says about me that I have the Phone app in my iPad Dock but not my iPhone.
September 18, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Please welcome the newest addition to my Dock!
Idk what it says about me that I have the Phone app in my iPad Dock but not my iPhone.
Idk what it says about me that I have the Phone app in my iPad Dock but not my iPhone.
What do you think the odds are I’ll still need a screen protector on the iPhone Air?
I am someone that lays their phone face down.
Idk if I trust Ceramic Shield 2 to really hold up against micro scratches.
I am someone that lays their phone face down.
Idk if I trust Ceramic Shield 2 to really hold up against micro scratches.
September 17, 2025 at 1:05 AM
What do you think the odds are I’ll still need a screen protector on the iPhone Air?
I am someone that lays their phone face down.
Idk if I trust Ceramic Shield 2 to really hold up against micro scratches.
I am someone that lays their phone face down.
Idk if I trust Ceramic Shield 2 to really hold up against micro scratches.
I jumped on the iPad Pros podcast this week to discuss the happenings from the September iPhone event!
(Don’t worry, we talk a little about the iPad too)
slatepad.org/2025/09/10/s...
(Don’t worry, we talk a little about the iPad too)
slatepad.org/2025/09/10/s...
Apple September 2025 Event Recap – iPad Pros Podcast Episode 232
I joined the iPad Pros Podcast (Ep. 232) to break down Apple’s September 2025 event announcements!
slatepad.org
September 10, 2025 at 12:47 PM
I jumped on the iPad Pros podcast this week to discuss the happenings from the September iPhone event!
(Don’t worry, we talk a little about the iPad too)
slatepad.org/2025/09/10/s...
(Don’t worry, we talk a little about the iPad too)
slatepad.org/2025/09/10/s...
I saw a video about this Huawei tablet over the weekend, and it made me sad about how little effort Apple has been putting into the iPad Mini.
Huawei MatePad Mini Is the iPad Mini So Many of Us Want
At least one company thinks a mini tablet as a phone is a good idea.
slatepad.org
September 9, 2025 at 12:29 PM
I saw a video about this Huawei tablet over the weekend, and it made me sad about how little effort Apple has been putting into the iPad Mini.