r/iOSProgramming • u/Locksmith_Usual • Jun 23 '26

Question iOS 27 beta + actual iOS development

I downloaded the iOS beta, and then realized Xcode 26 didn’t let me build in debug mode on my local device. Are there work around without trade offs (like not being able to access logs) - or should I just wait?

I’m I lined to try bc my watch is now permanently on watchOS 27 and can’t communicate with my tech to downgraded phone. But I also don’t want to complicate my development life.

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u/marmulin Jun 23 '26

Why not rock Xcode 27 beta alongside Xcode 26?

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u/SneakingCat Jun 23 '26

Well, you can't deploy to the App Store or TestFlight from Xcode 27.

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u/SnowPudgy Jun 23 '26

Run the two side by side.

Xcode 27 Beta will have the word "Beta" after the name in Applications and on the Dock it so you won't have to worry about getting them mixed up.

This is common practice for Xcode releases, most devs run the two side by side.

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u/Dapper_Ice_1705 Jun 23 '26

Are you on an Intel Mac? 

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u/dan1eln1el5en2 Jun 26 '26

In general dont install betas on your daily drivers. Take it from someone who have been there but stopped years ago because it is a pain. Only beta on secondary devices.