Xcode 27.3's coding assistant adds GitHub Copilot
The first Xcode 27.3 beta adds GitHub Copilot to the built-in coding assistant. The final release is expected in December.
Apple's app-building program now includes another helper that writes code with the developer. The current version is for testing only, and the final one comes in a few weeks.
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Why it matters
Mac developers can now choose between several assistants inside Xcode, with no outside tool.
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The details
- Xcode 27.3 beta 1 came out on November 3, 2026.
- The release notes say GitHub Copilot is now available in the coding assistant.
- Assistants already there include ChatGPT, Claude, Codex and Gemini.
- The build adds drag and drop in Device Hub to install apps and open links on devices.
- The final release is expected in December 2026 with macOS 27.3.
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