Apple’s iPadOS 27 update has introduced an AirPlay behavior that could expose private information during presentations.
The change affects users who connect their iPads to external displays while working across multiple applications.
Previously, presenters could keep their slides visible while accessing other apps privately.
However, iPadOS 27 now displays the active iPad window whenever users switch applications.
Consequently, audiences may unexpectedly see personal notes, messages, or other information that presenters never intended to share.
The issue occurs regardless of whether users enable Stage Manager.
Teachers and Professionals Face Privacy Risks
The unexpected behavior has raised concerns among educators and professionals who regularly use iPads for presentations.
Teacher Teddy Svoronos reported encountering the problem while presenting educational material to students.
According to Svoronos, switching applications can reveal teaching notes and confidential poll results.
Additionally, unexpected windows appearing on the external display can distract students from lessons.
The problem could also affect business meetings, conferences, and other professional presentations.
Meanwhile, users have shared similar experiences online, including video demonstrations showing the behavior.
These reports suggest the issue extends beyond individual applications or specific presentation setups.
Keynote and PowerPoint Experience Disruptions
The AirPlay change affects several popular presentation applications, although each responds differently.
For example, Goodnotes restores its presentation view when users return to the application.
However, Apple’s Keynote may close the presentation completely after users switch windows.
Meanwhile, Microsoft PowerPoint requires presenters to restart their slides before continuing.
Previously, iPadOS 26 allowed users to switch presentation control through the Dock.
In contrast, iPadOS 27 automatically prioritizes the most recently selected application.
As a result, presenters lose the ability to keep their original content consistently visible while multitasking.
Apple Has Yet to Provide a Solution
It remains unclear whether the new AirPlay behavior represents a software bug or an intentional design change.
However, reports indicate that the behavior occurs consistently across different applications.
Currently, no confirmed software fix addresses the problem.
Therefore, presenters should avoid opening sensitive applications while sharing their screens through AirPlay.
Additionally, users can test their presentation setup before important meetings or classroom sessions.
Affected customers can also submit feedback directly to Apple.
Ultimately, the change highlights growing concerns about privacy and multitasking reliability in iPadOS 27.
Until Apple addresses the issue, users should exercise caution when presenting content from their iPads.
