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Can macOS Run iOS Apps?

David Miller • • 4 min read
Can macOS Run iOS Apps?
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One of the big advantages of the new Macs with M1 Silicon processors is that you can finally run iPad and iPhone apps on your Mac without the need for any emulation software. That’s because the M1 chips in the latest generation of Macs are exactly the same as those Apple uses in iPads and iPhones.

How do I run iOS apps on Mac Catalina?

Once you’re running macOS Big Sur or Catalina and have Xcode 11, turning on Project Catalyst is a breeze:

  1. Open your iOS app project in Xcode.
  2. Go to project settings and check the Mac box.
  3. The Mac version of the app should now be created.

Can Big Sur run iOS apps?

Now, if you own an Apple Silicon Mac (the newer ones with an M1 processor) and have the Big Sur iOS, you’ll have able to run iPhone and iPad apps on your Mac computer.

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David Miller brings 15 years of experience in global economics, personal finance strategy, and market dynamics. He specializes in turning complex economic trends into actionable insights for everyday readers.