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Xcode 16.1 Beta 1 vs Xcode 26.4.1
Compare critical compatibility fields before upgrading.
| Field | Xcode 16.1 Beta 1 | Xcode 26.4.1 | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Release type | Beta 1 | stable | different |
| Edition | - | Apple Silicon | different |
| Release date | 2024-08-12 | 2026-04-16 | different |
| Minimum macOS | 14.5 | 26.2 | different |
| Swift | 6.0 | 6.3.1 | different |
| iOS SDK | 18.1 | 26.4.1 | different |
| Build | 16B5001e | 17E202 | different |
Recommendation: keep production teams on stable releases unless you need to validate new SDK capabilities.