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iOS

XCode Question

Hey guys,

I was just wondering what OS is necessary to operate the latest version of XCode? And how far can I go back to run a workable version of XCode? I'm getting a refurb Mac and saw that Snow Leopard worked fine.

Thank you, Kenneth Luba

2 Answers

Alex Hedley
Alex Hedley
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https://developer.apple.com/support/ios/ios-dev-center.php

What are the requirements for developing with the iOS SDK and Xcode?

To develop with the iOS SDK and Xcode, you must have an Intel-based Mac running Mac OS X Snow Leopard or later

Thank you Alex