Xcode 27 runner image now in public preview

PreviewJul 16, 2026VerifiedAdded Sep 22, 2026

You can now build and test your Apple applications against Xcode 27 on GitHub-hosted macOS runners. This is now available in public preview. With early access to the latest Xcode toolchain and Apple SDKs, you can validate your apps against the newest tools, catch compatibility issues sooner, and keep your CI/CD pipelines current.

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