Apple’s Calculator App to Get a Major Upgrade, Could Be Released on the iPad: Report

According to a new report, Apple could be making some significant changes to its Calculator app across its product lines, including launching it on the iPad. With the company's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) on June 10, iOS 18, iPadOS 18 and macOS 15 are expected to be previewed during the keynote session. Several reports have highlighted that the Calculator app could be the focus of the event with new updates for macOS, integration with the Notes app and its first appearance for the iPad.

Calculator app for iPad

According to a report from MacRumors, the Cupertino tech giant is preparing to release a dedicated calculator app for the iPad, 14 years after the tablet was launched. Citing an unnamed source familiar with the matter, the report mentioned that the iPadOS 18 update will include a built-in calculator app for all iPad models that support the upcoming OS update.

macOS could get new features from the Calculator app

However, it's not just the iPad that's getting a calculator-centric update. According to a report by AppleInsider, the existing Calculator app on macOS could also witness a significant update. The report highlighted that the tech giant is testing new features in an updated version of the app codenamed “GreyParrot”. The new app will have a revamped design and might resemble its iOS counterpart with rounded buttons.

The app can also be resized with an adjustable window size feature. The window extension is said to rotate the pill-shaped round buttons. Additionally, the app could get a history ribbon feature that will show past calculations done through the Calculator app. The report states that the history ribbon feature will have its own dedicated button, and a version will be available for the Basic, Science, and Programming versions of the app.

Math Notes feature in iOS 18

The iPhone is also rumored to have a new calculator-related feature. According to a separate report from AppleInsider, the iOS 18 update could integrate the Notes app with the calculator through a feature called Math Notes. While details are unknown, it is believed that the feature will export calculation information to a separate note, allowing users to keep track of it or add information to it.