I want to learn iOS, but unfortunately I do have only windows machine. The tutorial I am watching is based on mac operating system. Is there any way to practice or run iOS simulator in my windows pc. If yes then how to do that ?
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1possible duplicate of [How can I develop for iPhone using a Windows development machine?](http://stackoverflow.com/questions/22358/how-can-i-develop-for-iphone-using-a-windows-development-machine) – John Riselvato Oct 08 '13 at 13:21
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1no you cant run ios simulator on windows. – Toseef Khilji Oct 08 '13 at 13:29
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Anything is possible if you set your mind to it. But the simple answer is no. Xcode will not run in Windows and nor will the iOS Simulator. There are other projects out there that offer iOS Dev from a Windows based machine. For example:
Also ManicDev has a blog entry on this subject: http://maniacdev.com/2010/01/iphone-development-windows-options-available
Bottom line though: If you're serious about developing for iOS - get a Mac. Life will be much easier. Promise. :)
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While you can install Phonegap on a windows machine you still need a mac to test anything you build as you still need to either use the iOS Simulator or use an iPhone via xCode. http://docs.phonegap.com/en/edge/guide_platforms_ios_index.md.html#iOS%20Platform%20Guide – Adam Richardson Oct 08 '13 at 13:34
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Agreed. I was just showing the OP that it's easier to just get a Mac. Thanks for the clarification though. – Robert J. Clegg Oct 08 '13 at 13:35
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You could use a service like macincloud.com they give you access to a Mac server with the xcode tools installed. It can be a good way to start without making the huge investment.
You could also try Xamarin Studio which also you to use C# to build Android and iOS apps. Could be worth a look.
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