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Description:
Utility to notify about the latest Apple tool releases (including Beta releases)

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 1.5.0,59@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: xcode swift developer-tools macos updates

Install: brew install --cask toolreleases

About:
ToolReleases is a macOS utility that monitors and notifies users about the latest Apple developer tool releases, including Xcode, Swift, and SDKs. It automatically checks for updates, including Beta versions, and provides a convenient menu bar interface. This streamlines the workflow for developers who need to stay current with the rapidly evolving Apple ecosystem.

Key Features:

Real-time notifications for new Apple tool releases
Supports both stable and beta version tracking
Menu bar integration for easy access
Quick links to release notes and download pages

Use Cases:

Staying updated on the latest Xcode and Swift versions
Monitoring beta releases for testing new features
Managing multiple tool versions across projects

Alternatives:

Homebrew – Homebrew can manage installations but lacks dedicated release notifications for Apple-specific tools.
App Store – The App Store provides updates but does not focus on developer tools or beta releases.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Dec 24, 2023 9:24am	1.5.0,59	0	VERSION_BUMP	9c677338
Oct 20, 2022 7:45am	1.5.0,59	0	VERSION_BUMP	b8b0ed25