iPadOS 27, launching next month, introduces several systemwide enhancements that are proving popular. Two key features highlighted are improvements to the menu bar and status bar, and the enhanced functionality of the CMD + Space shortcut for Siri AI and Spotlight.

Firstly, iPadOS 27 allows users to optionally keep the menu bar persistently visible, mirroring the Mac experience. Previously, it required a swipe down or cursor movement. A new toggle in Settings ⇾ Multitasking & Gestures, 'Automatically Show and Hide Menu Bar,' can be turned off to maintain visibility. Additionally, the active app's name is now consistently displayed in the top-left status bar, aiding users who frequently employ keyboard shortcuts by clearly indicating the active application.

Secondly, the CMD + Space shortcut becomes significantly more powerful with iPadOS 27. This shortcut now seamlessly integrates the full capabilities of Siri AI with Spotlight search. This unified approach offers quick and convenient access to Siri, particularly when using a keyboard. The system intelligently directs queries to either Siri or Spotlight, simplifying the user experience by eliminating the need to manually choose between the two.