is it possible to test ios 26 for my app without upgrading to macos tahoe
Asked on 06/15/2025
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Yes, it is possible to test your app on iOS 26 without upgrading to macOS Tahoe. You can use Xcode 26, which supports building and testing apps for iOS 26. Xcode 26 provides a range of testing tools, including UI testing and Xcode Cloud, which allows you to run tests autonomously and distribute your app without needing to upgrade your macOS. You can find more information about testing in the session What’s new in Xcode.

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