With iPadOS 26 and macOS Tahoe, Apple finally brings Journal app to iPad and Mac
'On iPad, users can incorporate drawings and handwriting alongside their journal entries,' Apple stated, highlighting a key benefit for creative users who favour freeform note-taking or artistic journaling styles.The expansion to iPad feels like a natural fit, particularly for those who already use their tablet as a sketchbook or planning tool. The combination of digital flexibility with the familiar act of drawing or scribbling may offer a more immersive alternative to traditional pen-and-paper journaling.However, while developer betas for macOS 26 and iPadOS 26 are already available, general users will have to exercise patience. Apple confirmed that the public beta versions for both platforms will arrive sometime next month, with a full public release planned for autumn.This update marks a significant moment for Apple's software evolution, particularly in how it leverages cross-platform functionality to create cohesive, daily-use experiences. By making the Journal app accessible on Mac and iPad, Apple appears to be targeting a wider audience—writers, creatives, students, and professionals—who seek a meaningful, well-designed space for self-expression.It is noteworthy that Journal is not the only app that will now be shared on iPadOS. Third-party apps, like Instagram and WhatsApp, are also working their way up. While the WhatsApp app is already available for iPad, Instagram is still in the pipeline. iPads are presently able to run the iPhone version of Instagram, but the user experience leaves much to be desired, largely due to the app not being optimised for the tablet's larger display. Information about a dedicated iPad version remains limited, and as of now, there is no official word on when it might be released.
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