iPadOS 27 breaks the ability to keep a presentation on screen while using other apps
Presenting over AirPlay in iPadOS 27 risks exposing private windows to your audience whenever you switch apps. There's no fix, and it may be a "feature." iPadOS 27 AirPlay change exposes private windows AirPlay in iPadOS 27 now shows the entire iPad screen when presenters switch apps, potentially revealing private notes. This replaces the presentation on the external display with windows the…
iPadOS 27 introduces a significant issue that could disrupt presentations when using AirPlay. When switching apps during a presentation, the entire screen from the iPad is shown, potentially revealing sensitive information. This change was initially thought to be a feature, but it has proven to be a major inconvenience for users.
The problem occurs regardless of whether Stage Manager is enabled or if multiple windows are open. Teachers, such as Teddy Svoronos, have reported that students can see their private notes, poll results, and other sensitive information while presenting. This not only distracts students but also creates embarrassment for the presenter.
Previously, presenting over AirPlay allowed users to control presentation by swiping up and selecting a supported app from the Dock. Now, control is handed over to the most recently tapped app, breaking multitasking and causing windows to pop up and disappear unexpectedly. The solution varies depending on the application; Goodnotes restores the presenter view when the user taps back into its window, while Keynote exits the presentation entirely, and PowerPoint requires a restart before continuing.
Apple has acknowledged the issue, but it remains unclear whether it is a bug or a deliberate feature. Users experiencing this problem are encouraged to report it to Apple for further investigation.
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