Facebook has finally released their long-awaited native iPad app as a universal update to the existing iPhone application (Free, App Store Link). The new app brings support for Facebook games, an improved interface, and more.
The new iPad compatibility is also being featured heavily on Facebook’s site. From the release notes:
A New Way to Experience Facebook
– Enjoy bigger, better photos: Your photos take on new life on the iPad. They’re big, high-res and easy to flip through—like a real photo album.
– Focus on what matters: With less on the screen, it’s easier to zoom in on your friends’ photos, updates and stories.
– Navigate anywhere, fast: Just tap, slide or pinch to get from one screen to another and back again in no time.
– Never lose your place: Use simplified navigation to send a message, see your notifications or browse your bookmarks without switching screens.
– Play games on the go: Play your favorite Facebook games wherever you are, and on a bigger screen.
– Tap to send messages: A simple dropdown menu makes it easy to scan and send messages without visiting your inbox.
The updated app should be propagating through to the App Store at any moment [App Store].
Facebook’s iPad app has been leaked before, but no official app has surfaced until now. The app is available now as a universal app for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad, and is a free download from the App Store (Free, App Store Link)
Note: The app is still showing as the iPhone version in some areas, but the changes are being pushed worldwide even now.
