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.

For most people—especially on M-series iPads—update now. iPadOS 26 brings a real windowed desktop model, a redesigned “Liquid Glass” UI, and broader Apple Intelligence features that materially improve day-to-day use.

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.”