Apple has finally launched a calculator app for the iPad, and it’s not just another ordinary calculator app. You can now perform unit conversions and solve mathematical problems and expressions intuitively. Honestly, I never thought I’d get excited about a calculator app, but the new features are so impressive that I had to share. Here are three new features worth knowing about in the calculator app for iPhone and iPad.
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1. Scientific calculator
I can use a scientific calculator on my iPhone in portrait mode. All I have to do is tap the little calculator button in the bottom left corner and select the scientific option. It’s simple.
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2. Unit conversion
While working on my Windows laptop, I rely on its stock calculator app to convert currencies from US dollars to Indian rupees. I am glad that this feature is now available on iOS 18 and iPadOS 18. The new app has significant unit conversions including area, currency, energy, length, temperature, weight and more.
3. Math Notes
As the name suggests, this feature helps you solve math problems – even outside of the calculator app. To use it, write your math problem or expression in a note, add an equal sign, and the app will display the answer next to it.
What’s really cool is that it presents an answer that matches your handwriting style. However, the full potential of math notes can be enjoyed on the iPad using the Apple Pencil.
Yes, the iPad finally has a calculator app. Too late? Not this time. You can also use the calculator app to solve algebraic equations, calculate budgets, and create graphs with nothing but text.
Additionally, the app saves all your equations as notes in the History tab and offers the option to passcode-protect them, providing extra security and privacy.
Fun fact: Microsoft Math Solver and Google PhotoMath apps have been doing similar things for years. There are many features that Apple has copied from Android.