What is iOS GM?

What is iOS GM?

A golden master build (GM) is typically the final build of a piece of software in the beta stages for developers. Typically, it is the final build before a major release, however, there have been a few exceptions. With iOS/iPadOS 14.2, Apple stopped using Golden Master and was replaced by Release Candidate.

What is software GM?

A golden master build (GM) is typically the final build of a piece of software in the beta stages for developers. Typically, for iOS, it is the final build before a major release, however, there have been a few exceptions.

What is Xcode GM?

Xcode 6.0 GM (Golden Master) is the version released before 6.0, and it can be used to build & submit to App Store, which is not possible with other betas. This is necessary because apps should, ideally, be updated before a new iOS is officially released.