The MacRent Blog

Guides for developers who need macOS, without owning a Mac.

June 10, 2026·7 min read

How to Run Xcode on Windows (the Realistic Options in 2026)

Xcode is macOS-only, so it won't install on Windows. Here are the four ways that actually work to use Xcode from a PC, and where each one falls down.

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June 10, 2026·6 min read

Can You Build an iOS App Without a Mac? Yes, Here's How

Apple's toolchain is macOS-only, but you don't have to buy a Mac to ship an iOS app. Here are the ways to do it, and the one step that still needs a Mac.

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June 10, 2026·8 min read

Self-Hosted GitHub Actions macOS Runner Setup

GitHub's hosted macOS minutes get pricey fast. A dedicated cloud Mac as a self-hosted runner gives you warm caches, no cold starts and a flat monthly cost.

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June 10, 2026·6 min read

How to Test a Website in Safari on Windows

There's been no Safari for Windows since 2012, yet it's still the browser you can't ignore. Here's how to test your site in real Safari from a PC, and why the usual shortcuts fall short.

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June 10, 2026·5 min read

Cloud Mac vs Mac VPS: What's the Difference?

Cloud Mac, Mac VPS, hosted Mac: the labels blur together. Here's what really separates a dedicated cloud Mac from a shared Mac VPS, and how to pick.

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