Run iOS app on Mac M1
Amongst the many benefits of M1 chips, there is also a neat ability to install any iPhone or iPad apps on the M1 Macs. This is possible due to the common architecture shared by the two operating systems. The response to the development has been lukewarm; while some app developers chose to optimize their macOS apps, others did not pay much heed. Show Now the question is, how can you install both the optimized and non-optimized iOS or iPadOS apps to run them on your M1 Mac? Fortunately, we have answers to both of your queries.
The iOS apps compatible with macOS are easily available on the Mac App Store, and here’s how you can download them: Install iPhone or iPad apps from the M1 Mac App Store
After taking its due time, the app will be downloaded on your M1 Mac. You can access the app from the Launchpad or the Applications folder. An alternative method is to search the app on your Mac App Store directly → Switch to iPhone & iPad Apps tab and download the desired app. To download or, shall I say, side-load an iOS app on M1 Mac, you will need a third-party mobile device management software, iMazing. Download the software on your Mac, and let’s get going. Run iOS or iPadOS app on M1 Mac using iMazing
The app will be installed in a bit. Open the Application folder or Launchpad and click the app icon to launch it on your Mac. Run any iPhone or iPad apps on M1 Mac using iMobie AppTransSo, the AppTrans software helps you backup iPhone/iPad apps on Mac in one tap. The idea is to secure all the Mac files and data related to the app, including the .ipa files, game progress, and more. It also enables you to restore them on your mobile device as and when required. An amazing perk of AppTrans is that you can run and enjoy all the iOS apps on your M1 Mac seamlessly. So, let me show you how it’s done. After you download and install AppTrans from iMobie on your M1 Mac;
That’s it! Notably, if you want to download both the app and its data, visit the App Transfer section and repeat similar steps. Note:
I have a special soft corner for apps; they make life so easy. So you can imagine my joy that I can run the same app on Mac and iPhone. Though I wish more developers optimize their apps for M1 Mac. Plus, please God, don’t let Apple change their mind again about side-loading apps. (keeping my fingers crossed) How about you? Which is your favorite iOS app? Share it with us in the comment section below. Read more:
iGeeksBlog has affiliate and sponsored partnerships. We may earn commissions on purchases made using our links. However, this doesn’t affect the recommendations our writers make. You can read more about our review and editorial process here. A self-professed Geek who loves to explore all things Apple. I thoroughly enjoy discovering new hacks, troubleshooting issues, and finding and reviewing the best products and apps currently available. My expertise also includes curating opinionated and honest editorials. If not this, you might find me surfing the web or listening to audiobooks. Can iOS apps be run on Mac?In the Mac App Store, iPhone and iPad apps that work on Mac computers with Apple silicon are labeled with Designed for iPhone or Designed for iPad. Any iPhone or iPad apps you purchase that work on your Mac with Apple silicon are shown when you view your purchased apps in the App Store.
Can you still sideload iOS apps on M1 Mac?Sideloady has been around for quite some time, at least since iOS & iPadOS 13 reigned supreme. It's still maintained today, offering full support for sideloading apps to iPhones and iPads running iOS & iPadOS 15 and even to Apple's M1/M1 Pro/M1 Max-equipped Macs.
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