I'm working on an iOS/iPadOS app and need to determine programmatically whether the device is a Shared iPad as configured through Apple School Manager (ASM).
Shared iPads allow multiple users to sign in with Managed Apple IDs and are typically used in educational environments. I want to identify this configuration at runtime within my app.
I’ve looked into UIDevice, NSProcessInfo, and MDM-related APIs but haven't found a reliable way to detect whether the current device is a Shared iPad.
Is there an API or method to check if the current iPad is configured as a Shared iPad (via ASM)?
Any guidance or code examples would be appreciated.
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iPadOS 26 Dev Beta 1 - need to do a restore via DFU mode. I made sure iPad in normal mode shows up in Finder and I can see device details. When I boot into DFU mode (I have kept the ipad connected to mac), it does not show up in Finder. No matter what combination of plugging/unplugging cables, rebooting, again into DFU mode, it will not show up in Finder.
Looking for steps to resolve this, or do I need to wait until beta 2 to resolve this?
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So recently, last week, ive updated to the Dev Beta of ios 26. This began the very issue of my cellular data. I woke up to a warning symbol where my cellular bars should be, telling me there was something wrong with my antenna or carrier when in reality there was no problem with any of those problems and took up about 53% of my storage. This is absolutely insane and unacceptable.
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Apologies if this is the wrong place, I'm trying to enroll as a developer with my company. A long time ago I was invited to join, but had let the invitation expire. I'm working with my manager to try and get another email sent out inviting me into the program, but I'm not receiving anything in my inbox. Is there a known bug here? Is there something else that needs to be done to send out a second invite?
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Please make sure this feature gets placed back. Parents need a way to provide the ability for kids to watch and not watch at their discretion. The new system doesn’t allow this to happen. Are there any workarounds?
I just upgraded to iOS 26.0 Now when I use car play, the text messages do not show up, only the notification tone on my phone alarms. So now when I get texts while driving, I need to read my phone to read the text. I tried all the solutions within settings but this is a BIG DRAWBACK compared to the old iOS.
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Hi,
I made backup as Apple suggested. Then I updated to iOS 26 developer beta. Because it was slow and laggy I downgraded back to 18.5 with iTunes on MacBook. After restoring backup I cannot get history (recent calls) working. I tried to change region, airplane mode, reset network settings, change date and time, reboot (3x). Basically I guess I tried everything I cloud find online. Still call history doesn't work. Is there any fix for this? Before restoring backup I reinstalled everything in restore mode.
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I submitted my ID for review over a week ago, and it's still the same, I can't log in App Store Connect?
How long have you been waiting?
Have a nice day.
Under multiple display screens (left and right screens), when a commonly used app application clicks "Window" -> "Move to..." When it comes to this, the app cannot be completely moved to the other window but instead moves to the middle of the two Windows for display. Is this a bug of the system?
I want to update my iPhone 15 Pro to iOS 26 from iOS 18.5. I downloaded ipsw firmware. But iTunes and Apple Devices App requires update version of app for update to iOS 26.
But I use last version of iTunes / Apple Devices, which was realised 2 May, 2025.
That mean Apple need to update their apps for adaptation it to iOS 26 update?
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I am trying to enroll the Apple Developer Program but it says "We are unable to process your request. An unknown error occurred."
Please check the issue.
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Hi,
Visual Intelligence doesn't work for my screenshot.
Does anyone know why? I'm in Greece, maybe it's the region, or something to set up?
Thanks
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After doing a software update I can only view iMessages older than 12hrs (from a single contact) if the other person replies to and older message. Every time I leave the Massages app and go back in the issue occurs again.
i am seeing a call icon on CallKit incoming call screen for a PushKit-initiated call (without caller information like name or number)
Installed the iOS 26 Beta on my iPhone 13 Pro last night, hated it.
I wasn't aware that there is a supported way of restoring back to iOS18.5, so I (foolishly) opted to flash the iOS18.5 ispw file onto my device using a 3rd party tool.
Now, my device is stuck in a state between.
Unable to flash, unable to use itunes to restore, randomly gives error codes during restoration attempts.
Worries my device may be lost permanently!
Please advise.
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My team and I are currently working on an app, that enable user especially in Nigeria who are having issues with crediting thier Apple account in other to carry out some transactions such as Apple Music subscription and co. This project wI’ll grant user easy access.
We are currently seeking assist and API Support
Maybe a bit of a simplistic question, but….
Best ways to create music - programmatically - within an app?
I have a few small, simple games that I would like to add some background music to. I’ve fiddled with AVAudio, SKAudio, and now AudioKit. I’m just not quite finding the holy grail of music generation. I don’t know if it’s more technique or tool.
So I thought I’d hit up the pool of minds here for some suggestions…?
There seems to be a broken USB sync and Finder recognition issue. Is there a fix to this?
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Hello,
I installed iOS 26 beta 1 yesterday when it came off but now, when I plug my iPhone, it just do nothing.
I can charge it via the induction charger but I can't via USB-C port.
The other way I can charge it is by turning my iPhone off and plugging it so it starts and then it charges via USB-C Port even when it starts. The thing is that when I unplug the cable and try to plug it back in, it doesn't charge anymore...
I tried to put the restore mode (with the Mac and the cable on the screen) and even the DFU Mode but the iPhone is not detected by my Macbook and it's the same thing for my Windows PC : not detected...
I also tried to erase the settings and content but same issue... Not charging
Apple Store can do nothing because it's a dev beta...
Am I the only one to have that issue ?
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Hello all.
I am currently developing a database app of particular products for people who collect this item. Let's say model airplanes. People can look at their list of model airplanes and also see a collection of airplanes by model companies.
I want to offer a link from a product in my app to a local retailer's website who sells this product on their website. Not just their base site, but directly to the products page. Meaning each product in my database will have a unique link to an external product page. This could also include links to Ebay or Amazon if local retailer doesn't sell the product.
Is this sort of feature allowed inside App Store Apps as technically it's not an in-app purchase? I do see some vague answers around but none that target this specific circumstance.
Thankyou in advance.
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