Apple has released iPadOS 26.4, bringing enhanced video podcast support and new emoji to iPads and iPad Pro models. The update follows four developer beta rounds and includes Apple's standard bug fixes and performance improvements.

Video podcast functionality sees significant upgrades with native playback using HTTP Live Streaming and adaptive streaming capabilities. The update enables dynamic video ad insertion, allowing podcast creators to monetize content through targeted advertisements. Users can seamlessly switch between video and audio versions of podcasts or download video content for offline viewing.

Apple Music gains a Concerts Near You feature that displays local shows and tour dates, with Ticketmaster integration for quick ticket purchases. An Ambient Music widget now appears on the Home Screen, offering four preset playlists: Chill, Productivity, Sleep, and Wellbeing. The update also introduces new emoji including ballet dancers, Bigfoot, distorted face, fight cloud, landslide, orca, treasure chest, and trombone.