Perplexity releases a native iPad app focused on productivity

Perplexity has launched a standalone iPad app that brings the capabilities of its desktop AI experience to iPadOS. The app targets users who rely on their iPad as a primary work device, adapting the desktop feature set and workflows for a larger touch display.

The iPad version retains the core functionality of the desktop app while optimizing controls, layout and interactions for touch. That means easier multi-column views, touch-friendly search and navigation, and interface elements tuned for tablet use — all designed to help users research, draft and manage tasks without switching devices.

Key features

• Desktop‑grade AI features adapted for iPadOS touch interactions and the larger screen.
• Standalone app: no need to run in a browser; designed for performance and fluid touch use.
• Productivity‑focused UI: likely improvements in multi‑pane views, content manipulation and quick actions for research and drafting.
• Target audience: people who use the iPad for serious work — students, writers, researchers and knowledge workers.

Why it matters

By offering a native iPad app, Perplexity reduces friction for users who want to keep their workflow on a single device. Native apps can provide smoother performance, better offline behaviors and UI patterns tailored to touch — all helpful when the iPad is your main productivity machine.

For more details, check Perplexity’s official site: perplexity.ai.

Discussion: Do you use your iPad as a primary work device — and would a native Perplexity app change how you research or draft on the tablet?