That is why we wanted to select those that are for us the essential applications that every iPad user should have installed in 2025, making the most of the iPadOS improvements and the performance of Apple’s new chips.
ProCreate 6: the best ally for digital artists
If you dedicate yourself to illustration or drawing, or even if you are a tattoo artist, this app is a tool that cannot be missing on your iPad. This app has established itself as the reference standard for digital artists due to its powerful combination of ease of use and advanced tools and thanks to the latest versions it incorporates generative artificial intelligence, so you can create backgrounds and textures automatically, with a couple of touches.
Additionally, it offers full support for the Apple Pencilincluding advanced pressure recognition, tilt and touch sensitivity, providing a smooth and precise drawing experience. Its interface optimized for the new iPad Pro with M4 chip guarantees an unbeatable experience.
Notion: your second brain
In the area of productivity, Notion remains an unbeatable app. In its version for iPadOS 18, the application has integrated exclusive functions to take advantage of the Stage Manager, allowing manage multiple pages and databases in parallel more intuitively.
With Notion you can organize your life and work in a single app, from to-do lists, calendars, customizable databases and collaborative notes. Plus, smart syncing between Apple devices ensures you never lose track of your projects. Its ability to integrate with other applications such as Slack, Google Drive and Trello makes it a must-have option for professionals and students. We recommend it 100%.
TV Time: your companion for series and movies
Entertainment also has its place in our selection of products, and TV Time stands out as the ideal application for lovers of series and movies. It has an updated database and with it you can both track what you’ve seen how to organize your next episodes and discover new recommendations based on your tastes.
Furthermore, there is now a social section in which you can know at a glance what series your friends are watching, in addition to chatting in real time during the episodes and sharing opinions about each series or movie. In addition, it is perfectly integrated with the most important streaming platforms, such as Apple TV+, Disney+ or Netflix, so it will facilitate direct access to them and all its content will be just a touch away.
GoodNotes 6: Professional level notes
If you prefer take notes by hand or you need an app to organize your ideas, GoodNotes 6 is still the best option. Now, it introduces advanced features such as automatic conversion of handwritten notes to editable text, as well as the creation of interactive diagrams.
Thanks to the latest versions, it also allows real-time collaboration, making it possible for several users to edit a document simultaneously, ideal for meetings or group projects. With improved support for the Apple Pencil, the writing or drawing experience is more natural than ever, making it a key tool for students and professionals.
Whether you want to unleash your creativity, or if you are looking for an app to organize your daily life or enjoy your favorite series, these apps will help you get the most out of your iPad.
