Technology News 26/4: Windows updates change, XChat launches on iOS

The new iPad may be called "Neo".

According to the PhoneArena, Apple The company is considering renaming its basic iPad line to "iPad Neo." This is a new naming trend that the company has already adopted for the MacBook Neo and iPhone 16e, aiming for a cleaner and more memorable product line.

However, the problem is that the upcoming iPad isn't really a "rebirth." The design remains almost unchanged from 2022, with only upgrades to the A18 chip, more RAM, and Apple Intelligence support. Therefore, the "Neo" label might be seen as more of a marketing ploy than a technological advancement.

Experts believe that if Apple uses the name "Neo" for a product that only changes its specifications, the term will lose its value when the company actually releases a completely new design in the future.

Microsoft changes how Windows updates are handled.

Microsoft has announced major improvements to the Windows operating system aimed at reducing user frustration. Previously, updates often caused interruptions with unexpected shutdowns or restarts. Now, more than a billion users will have greater control over this process.

According to the announcement, users can skip the update during the setup process, pause updates for as long as they like, and always have the option to turn it off or restart without being forced to install it. ecosystem The emphasis is on the goal of "Shutdown, Restart as you wish," making the experience simple and predictable.

Experts consider this a turning point, as Windows has long been criticized for forcing updates that disrupt work. With this change, Microsoft hopes to regain user trust and lay the foundation for future upgrades.

XChat officially launches on iOS

Platform X has launched a standalone app called XChat for iOS, allowing users to send messages directly outside of the main X app. This is a step in the ongoing plan to separate messaging features from the native app, a plan that was announced in 2025.

XChat offers many modern features such as editing and deleting messages, blocking screenshots, sending disappearing messages, and supporting video and audio calls. Importantly, all content is end-to-end encrypted, enhancing user security. The application also serves as a central hub for large chat groups, replacing the Communities feature that X will discontinue at the end of May.

Although Elon Musk's initial goal was to turn X into a "super app," the launch of XChat shows the company is prioritizing a standalone messaging experience. This could be a strategic move given that X is now owned by xAI and SpaceX.