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- Apple opens Siri AI preview to developers
A developer preview in the iOS 27.3 beta allows apps to integrate with Siri AI using App Intents. Developers can build custom actions and combined skills ahead of App Store submissions opening in spring.
- Android Dev Summit publishes 50+ developer sessions
Google released more than 50 recorded sessions from Android Dev Summit covering app foundations, tools, and Android XR. The videos include slide-enhanced transcripts, offering practical deep dives into modern platform architecture.
- App Store Connect updated
Apple released an update to App Store Connect on October 30, 2026. Students deploying iOS apps use the portal to manage builds, TestFlight testing, and App Store submissions.
- XREAL announces AURA glasses powered by Android XR
XREAL introduced AURA, smart glasses powered by Android XR with integrated Gemini assistance. The launch adds a new wearable display target for developers building spatial Android applications.
- Android XR devices begin shipping
Android XR devices have begun shipping, expanding the ecosystem into spatial computing. Developers can now adapt existing mobile apps to run on the new hardware form factor.
- iPadOS 26.7.2 released
Apple released iPadOS 26.7.2 (build 23H128) with security and stability updates for older devices. Test your apps on this build if you support hardware that cannot run iPadOS 27.
- Android Studio Rabbit 2 released
Google released Android Studio Rabbit 2 to the stable channel, adding support for external coding agents, updated Android XR emulators, and integrated LeakCanary diagnostics. The update lets you test XR interfaces and debug memory leaks directly in the IDE.
- visionOS 27.2 released
Apple has released visionOS 27.2. Students building spatial computing apps with SwiftUI and RealityKit can update their Xcode simulator runtimes to target the latest system release.
- iPadOS 27.2 released
Apple has released iPadOS 27.2 (build 24B119). Update your test devices and iPad simulators to verify app behavior and multitasking layouts against the latest system release.
- iOS 27.2 released
Apple has released iOS 27.2 (build 24B119). Test your iOS projects against the update and review the release notes for platform changes.
- Apple updates iPad mini with OLED and A20 Pro
Apple updated the iPad mini with an 8.5-inch OLED display and the A20 Pro processor. The upgrade gives mobile developers more GPU and Neural Engine headroom for running on-device models on compact iPadOS layouts.
- Apple launches multiseat app subscriptions
Organizations and schools can now purchase auto-renewable subscriptions in volume through Apple Business and Apple School Manager. The setting is enabled by default in App Store Connect, allowing apps to reach institutional buyers using standard in-app purchases.
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