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The first Apple-approved emulators for the iPhone have arrived (www.theverge.com)
submitted 7 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]
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[–] [email protected] 4 points 7 months ago (2 children)

Xcode has a simulator that can run any model of iPhone or iPad. Works exactly like a real device.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 7 months ago (1 children)

Yes, that’s what I mean. It’s a simulator, not an emulator. It does not work exactly like a real device. For simple stuff, sure, but if you dive below the surface even a little it’s very different.

One example is anything to do with the GPU / Metal. It has a very different set of capabilities and limitations than actual iOS hardware.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 7 months ago

Oh, I haven't needed to touch that yet. Good to know for the future!

[–] [email protected] 2 points 7 months ago

Yup, that's exactly what I'm talking about. I think it's a real emulator given how crappy it runs, but I could be wrong.