Start Developing iPad Apps

Create innovative apps for iPad with iOS SDK 4 and a range of technical resources and information.

iPhone SDK 3.2

iOS SDK 4

iOS SDK 4 includes a complete set of development tools for creating applications for iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch, including the Xcode IDE, iPhone Simulator, Instruments, Interface Builder, and more.
Download the iOS SDK from the iOS Dev Center

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iPad Programming Guide

iPad Programming Guide

The iPad Programming Guide explains how to implement the new features of iPad in your application. Learn more

iPad Sample Code

Sample Code

Each sample code project is buildable and provides an example of how to accomplish a task for a specific technology. View Sample Code

iPad Human Interface Guidelines

iPad Human Interface Guidelines

Design an incredible user interface and user experience for your iPad app by following the iPad Human Interface Guidelines. Learn more

Creating Universal Applications

Creating Universal Applications

Learn how take full advantage of the technologies on iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch with a single binary. Learn more

Test and Distribute Your iPad App

Test and Distribute Your iPad App

Join the iOS Developer Program and gain access to a complete and integrated process for developing and distributing apps for iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch.