Ipad A16 lag after ios 26 and 26.0.1 update

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Apple does invites submission of constructive comments and bug reports via its Product Feedback portal. For iPad and iPadOS:

Feedback - iPad - Apple

If submitting a bug report, ensure that you include your iPad model and installed version of iPadOS within the body of your report.

If your iPad is not operating as expected, try a forced-restart - as this will often clear an isolated software issue:

Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)

If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:

1. Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
2. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
3. Press and hold the top button.
4. When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.

If the problem persists after performing the restart, it may be necessary to reset your iPad settings. While this reset will not cause any loss of data, as a precaution, it is always wise to ensure that you have a current iCloud or iTunes backup before performing the reset:

How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

When you are happy to proceed, you can perform the reset from iPad settings:

Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPad > Reset > Reset All Settings

If the problem still doesn’t clear, the next step is to reset the iPad to factory settings:

Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings - Apple Support

Otherwise, you would be best advised to seek assistance directly from Apple Support. You can contact the Support Team using the Support link at top-right or bottom-left of this page. Alternatively and perhaps easier, you can initiate and manage your support cases using the excellent Apple Support App. If not already installed on your iPad, the App can be downloaded from the App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-support/id1130498044

You might also visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) - where the technicians will be able to test and assess your iPad - and you can explore your available options:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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If you have followed all of the troubleshooting steps that I have described, what did you learn from Apple Support when you contacted them as directed?

How many day since you did the update? It can take a few days for the update to settle down.

I would advise not to do force restart if your iPad is still responsive. If you can still do a restart it is best do it that way. A regular restart fixes things too.

ezhil113 wrote:

I have updated 2days before, still lag is there while scrolling and a lot of battery drain even when the ipad is idle😔😔… i have got this ipad 2 months before only but worst experience after the update, not able to study with this also

Have you followed the all of the advice offered in my previous reply? If not, you should do so, as this structured approach will either resolve the problem - or lead you to professional assessment and diagnostics by Apple technicians.

This will cost you nothing but your time - and may resolve the issue with minimal effort.