Introducing Semaphore for iOS, a supercharged CI/CD service

Semaphore has launched a new CI/CD service tailored for iOS development, fully integrated into Semaphore 2.0, allowing developers to efficiently build, test, and deploy applications across all Apple devices, including iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS. The service supports development frameworks like Xcode, React Native, and Flutter, and offers a serverless pay-as-you-go model that scales with each git push, ensuring cost efficiency. Semaphore 2.0 provides fast feedback at scale by utilizing pre-installed tools such as Fastlane, Homebrew, and CocoaPods, and facilitates easy code signing and certificate management through its Fastlane integration. Developers can also automate the distribution of apps using platforms like HockeyApp and TestFlight, enhancing the deployment process. The pricing starts at $0.0005 per second for specified machine types, with a free account offering a $20 monthly credit to help developers get started.