iPadOS 27.2: Two new features coming soon to your iPad

iPadOS 27.2, the latest update for iPads, is set to launch later this month. Among its many enhancements are two new features that promise to make the iPad experience even more user-friendly and efficient.

The first of these is an upgraded Siri AI. This is a significant improvement over the previous version and is already being utilized frequently by users. The activation of Siri has become faster and more convenient, thanks to the integration of Siri with Spotlight. Users can now invoke Siri using a keyboard shortcut (CMD + Space) on their iPad.

The second new feature is an innovative interaction method with Siri. This feature, which first appeared on Macs with macOS Golden Gate, has now been introduced to iPads. When you select text on your iPad using a trackpad or mouse, a new Siri contextual popup will appear to the left of your selection. By hovering your cursor over the Siri icon, the popup expands to reveal an 'Ask Siri' text field. This allows for quick and easy communication with Siri about the highlighted text.

Furthermore, this feature includes helpful suggestions such as 'Proofread,' 'Rewrite,' and 'How does this sound?' which can be accessed with just a click. This can be particularly useful while in the writing process, offering immediate assistance with proofreading, rewriting, or evaluating the content.

In addition to these, the Apple TV app also gains a new feature in iPadOS 27.2 - user profiles. This is a function previously available on Apple TV 4K via tvOS. When you open the Apple TV app on your iPad, you will now be greeted with a new profile selection screen. Here, you can select who is watching, and the TV app will adjust its queue, playback history, and content recommendations accordingly.

For parents, this feature is particularly beneficial as it can enforce content restrictions. This means that when a child's profile is active, they will only have access to content that aligns with the age settings you have previously established. This provides a safer and more tailored viewing experience for young users.

For more details on the other new features coming in iPadOS 27.2, you can refer to our comprehensive coverage on the topic.