Apple iPadOS 16.1 beta released - Compatible devices, new features and other details

Apple iPadOS 16.1 beta: Tech giant Apple has started rolling out iPadOS 16.1 beta to enrolled developer devices. iPadOS 16 debuted earlier this year at the company's annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) event. One of the main features of the new software is Stage Manager, which like its macOS counterpart, facilitates smoother multitasking and app switching.

According to the company, the latest Apple iPadOS is compatible with these devices:

- iPad Pro (All models)

- iPad Air (3rd generation and later)

- iPad (5th generation and later)

- iPad mini (5th generation and later)

"According to TechCrunch, it is a change from the usual release cycle, which has linked the tablet operating system with iOS, its mobile counterpart, since its initial release in 2019. This is an especially big year for iPadOS. As its own platform with features specifically designed for iPad, we have the flexibility to deliver iPadOS on its own schedule," the IANS was quoted as saying.

As per IANS report, this Fall, iPadOS will ship after iOS, as version 16.1 in a free software update. Also, the brand might be skipping the iPadOS 16.0 release in the fall and going straight to 16.1. This means the first version of iPadOS 16 will ship to non-beta users after the arrival of the first iOS version.

Although Apple has not said so, the report mentioned that it appears likely that the two 16.1 updates will be released at the same time. Meanhile, iPadOS 16, which was earlier this year, brings a slew of new multi-tasking features. One new feature is called Collaboration, which allows you to add and communicate with people on apps like Safari, iWork suite and even third-party apps.