Why Spaces Is Still Better Than Stage Manager For Mac Power Users
Stage Manager, an unreleased feature set to make its way to iPads and Macs as part of the upcoming iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura software updates, is a perfect fit for the iPad — but is underwhelming in comparison to Spaces and Mission Control on the Mac. The feature solidifies the iPad's standing as a viable computer alternative. It's not a replacement for a traditional computer in the way that many would think, but instead, is a new way to complete the same tasks one typically would on a laptop. Stage Manager brings true multi-window support to M1 iPads, as long as they have a keyboard and pointer device connected, alongside full external display support. When these peripherals are connected, the iPad gets pretty close to a MacBook, but it isn't the same experience.
Even when a mouse and keyboard are connected to a compatible iPad, the two peripherals are not the primary input devices for the line of tablets. Regardless of what input devices are connected, the primary method of interaction for the iPad will always be touch. This is reflected in the software, even when a mouse, keyboard, or trackpad are connected. iPadOS is designed first and foremost for touch input, and this can be seen in the development of Stage Manager. It is simple to tap between collections of windows and switch between them intuitively, and is an excellent way to bring multi-window support to a touch-first device with the computing power of a traditional computer.
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In comparison, the Mac is strictly a device controlled by precise peripherals, like a keyboard, mouse, or trackpad. The closest thing to touch input on a Mac is SideCar, an iPadOS feature that allows the iPad to
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