If you have not updated your iPad to version 16.3 or 16.4, here are some changes to expect:
 | This update is now available for all staff and student iPads. All GMS students should install the update right away. 16.3 (or higher) is needed before the upcoming ISASP testing window. |
 | Air Drop settings will look different. Accepting drops from 'Everyone' will only be available for 10 minutes. This setting may be found by swiping down from the upper right corner of the screen. This change does not affect Apple Classroom functions. As a teacher, you may have your staff email added to your students' Contacts. |
 | Keynote, Pages, and Numbers apps will now have a menu facelift that will look much more like what you see on the laptop version. There is no more "+" menu in the upper right corner to add features. The categories are now at the top middle of your screen. |
 | Freeform, a new digital whiteboarding application, will be automatically included. It includes a canvas that works well for visual collaboration and includes familiar features already found in Keynote, Pages, and Numbers. These 'Boards' may be a nice alternative to the Notes app, especially where a thought process is not linear, such as a mind map. All Boards may be exported as pdf files. Freeform is also available on laptop for those at version 13.1 (Ventura) or higher. |
I use these applications daily and have enjoyed the ease of use from the update. Please reach out as you or your team would like to learn more. I would be happy to help.
