iPadOS 26 split screen: what changed?

iPadOS 26 removes the old Split View “split screen” control and replaces it with a proper windowing system. You can still put two apps side by side (and more), but you’ll do it with snapping and resizable windows instead of the classic Split View handle.

iPadOS 26 Phone App: What It Is & How It Works

The new Phone app in iPadOS 26 finally lets you place and receive regular phone calls on an iPad. It does not turn the iPad into a standalone phone. Instead, it uses your iPhone’s cellular connection through Apple’s Continuity. Here’s the SEO-friendly breakdown for users searching “iPadOS 26 Phone app,” “make calls on iPad,” and “allow calls on other devices.”

iPhone 17 Launch Sparks Huge Queues in China, Signaling Strong Demand

Hundreds of enthusiastic customers formed long queues at Apple’s flagship store in Beijing on Friday, a strong visual signal that the new iPhone 17 series is off to a promising start in the critically important Chinese market. The launch day crowds, mirrored in other major cities globally, suggest the device’s first major redesign in years has successfully captured consumer attention and could help reverse Apple’s recent slump in the region.

iPhone 17 Pro Scratches Raise 'Scuffgate 2.0' Fears on Launch Day

Apple’s highly anticipated iPhone 17 launch day has been clouded by a growing number of reports from early buyers and journalists noting cosmetic damage on brand-new devices. The deep blue variant of the iPhone 17 Pro and the black version of the iPhone 17 Air are reportedly showing scuffs and scratches with surprising ease, in some cases straight out of the box or after only a few hours on display at Apple Stores.