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It has been reported that is finally developing a native app for iPad.
For many years, iPad users have been forced to use enlarged iPhone apps or limited web versions, but as of 2025, testimony from internal Meta sources suggests that official support may finally be underway.
Why Now for iPad Support? The Impact of TikTok and Strategic Shifts
The background to 's move to develop an iPad version of is believed to be influenced by the impact of TikTok regulations in the United States. As rival faces threats to its existence in the US, is moving to strengthen its platform, which appears to include support for the iPad.
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Reports from April 2025 indicate that is also advancing the development of a video editing tool called "Edits," which is seen as a move to counter "CapCut" under .
A Ray of Hope for iPad Users After Years of Neglect
head Adam Mosseri had denied the development of an iPad app in 2022, stating that "iPad users have not reached a sufficient scale." However, it has been pointed out that iPads are shipped more than the entire Android tablet market, highlighting contradictions in that explanation.
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While optimized apps exist for Android and Windows tablets, the iPad has been left behind. This fact suggests that the delay in development may be due to internal priorities or strategic reasons rather than technical issues.
Expectations and Cautious Views
The current reports are based on "anonymous Meta insiders," and Meta itself has refrained from official comments. This suggests that the plan is in its early stages and subject to change.
Nevertheless, the possibility that the long-awaited native iPad app may finally see the light of day is undoubtedly a significant step forward for iPad users.
