Apple’s beta testing service Testflight According to it, it just got a fairly significant update report by TechCrunch. The software update gives developers more control over who can join the beta and how new features are shared. It also allows beta testers to learn more about the app before committing to it.
Developers will be able to set all sorts of criteria for who gets into the beta and who doesn’t. This should help developers narrow down their test teams to specific audiences, such as those using a specific device or OS version. Testflight offers the maximum defaults to 10,000 invites, so this should help you allocate space for your intended audience. Developers can also now lower this maximum number as much as they want.
The update gives you more control over beta invites, as they can highlight new features and content. Apple says that beta builds of apps that have already been approved for publication may include screenshots and an app category with an invite.
App creators will also be able to see metrics on the success of their beta invite, including how many people viewed the invite, who joined, and why people opted out.
As for users, beta invites may include a feedback area. This is for people to let the developer know why they chose not to download the app.
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