A new Apple patent suggests that a future iPad or version of iPadOS could include the ability to transform the device into a macOS-like user experience when attached to an external keyboard.
Patently Apple reported on the patent, which is wide-ranging in its potential implementation. Only a few of Apple's ideas see the light of day. The patent describes a base device, such as a keyboard that includes keys and a trackpad, that could be coupled with a computing device, such as an iPad, to deliver what seems like a macOS similar experience with an Apple Pencil.
The patent depicts a macOS-like user experience with an Apple Pencil.
Other images in the filing show how the computing device can be detected from the keyboard and used as a stand-alone device, similar to how users can currently detach the iPad.
There are images from the patent.
A future MacBook and iPad combo could be imagined by the patent. When attached to a keyboard, the combo becomes an iPad and an Apple Pencil, which can be used with a Mac. The future of Apple's computer line may be a combo of the iPad and MacBook, as Apple has long said that a touch screen Mac is not something it wants to make.
In his April 17 edition of his Power On newsletter, Mark Gurman floated a seemingly identical idea to the one presented in Apple's patent. Gurman speculated in the newsletter that the future of the iPad should include three modes: a touch-screen mode, an Apple Pencil, and a Pro. Gurman has reported that Apple is planning a new multitasking experience for iPadOS 16.
The Worldwide Developers Conference is taking place from June 6 through June 10 and will feature the preview of iPadOS 16. There, Apple will preview both iPadOS 16 and iOS 16 which is rumored to include new health features, improved notifications, and more. For a full rundown of everything we expect from iPadOS 16 and ios 16 be sure to see our roundup.
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