As WWDC 2025 inches closer, fresh rumors are starting to paint a clearer picture of what iPadOS 19 could bring, and it looks like Apple is doubling down on turning the iPad into more of a productivity powerhouse.
Mac Vibes on iPad?
According to Majin Bu, iPadOS 19 could introduce a macOS-style menu bar for iPads connected to the Magic Keyboard.
This wouldn’t just be a cosmetic change, it’s a meaningful shift in how the iPad functions when used like a laptop. The menu bar would appear at the top of the screen, similar to how macOS operates, giving users quicker access to controls and a more desktop-like interface.
Stage Manager 2.0 on the Way
Another big piece of the rumor is the arrival of “Stage Manager 2.0.” The original Stage Manager brought multitasking and resizable windows to iPads, but it’s had mixed feedback due to bugs and usability quirks.
The upcoming version aims to fix that, making app and window management feel smoother and more intuitive, especially when using a keyboard setup.
Related: iPhone Getting Stage Manager-Like Multitasking With iOS 19?
If these rumors prove true, iPadOS 19 could be the biggest leap yet toward making the iPad a serious Mac alternative for work and productivity. And with Apple already teasing productivity-focused features for the update, this leak might just be scratching the surface of what’s to come.
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