Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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The first beta of iPadOS 26.4 is here, bringing a surprising number of new features for iPad users. While Gemini-powered Siri updates are still missing, there’s plenty to talk about. In this video, I cover the most important changes in iPadOS 26.4 Beta 1.

Written version: slatepad.org/2026/02/17/whats-new-ipados-26-4-beta-1

Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:28 - App Exposé Shortcut
01:22 - Updated Wallpaper Gallery
02:21 - Music App - Playlist and Album UI
03:03 - Playlist Playground - AI Playlists
04:28 - Ambient Music Widgets
05:00 - Safari Compact Tabs Return!
06:15 - Freeform Updates
07:36 - Outro