The term IPAD MAKER is solved by the crossword answer APPLE, which is a five-letter word. APPLE Inc. is an American multinational technology company that designs, develops, and sells consumer electronics, computer software, and online services. It is best known for its hardware products such as the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and APPLE Watch. APPLE is also the world's largest information technology company by revenue and one of the most valuable companies in the world. As such, it is the primary manufacturer of the iPad, making it the IPAD MAKER.