8 New iOS Development Books Shaping 2025

Ahmad Sahar's extensive experience in iOS development shines through in this guide, which is designed to bring beginners up to speed with Swift 6, Xcode 16, and the latest iOS 18 features. You’ll work through building a journal app, learning to create interfaces with UIKit, handle data using JSON, and integrate maps and camera functionality. The book also introduces concurrency in Swift and Apple Intelligence, showing you how to add machine learning to your apps. If you're new to coding or shifting into iOS development, Sahar's methodical approach helps you grasp core concepts and app deployment essentials without unnecessary complexity.

After years of hands-on iOS development and authoring multiple tutorials, Avi Tsadok crafted this guide to navigate the latest iOS 18 ecosystem. You’ll explore practical skills such as mastering SwiftData for app persistence, creating advanced SwiftUI animations, and leveraging Core ML for on-device intelligence. With detailed chapters on new frameworks like WidgetKit and App Intents, the book equips you to enhance app performance and user engagement. If you’re already comfortable with Swift and Xcode, this book deepens your expertise and prepares you for more complex iOS projects.

This tailored book explores the latest tools and frameworks introduced in iOS 18 and Swift 6, focusing on your individual skill level and development ambitions. It covers the newest APIs, SwiftUI enhancements, and integration techniques that shape modern iOS app creation. Through a personalized lens, it examines how these innovations fit your background and specific goals, allowing you to deepen your understanding efficiently and stay at the forefront of iOS development. By targeting your unique interests, it reveals emerging features and development patterns that matter most to your projects, helping you master the evolving iOS ecosystem with precision and clarity.

When Nathan Sebhastian updated his guide to include Xcode 16 and iOS 18, he crafted a resource focused on helping you build real iOS applications from the ground up. The book breaks down Swift's core language features, SwiftUI for interface design, and the latest SwiftData for data management, all in approachable language. Chapter by chapter, you learn essential tools like accessing the PhotosUI library, MapKit integration, and even legacy UIKit concepts, letting you grasp both modern and foundational iOS development. If you're new to Swift or mobile programming, this paced, project-centered approach helps you gain practical skills without feeling overwhelmed.

Jamie Hogan's extensive experience in iOS development shines through in this practical guide that captures the evolving landscape of Swift and SwiftUI. You’ll find clear explanations of core Swift syntax alongside advanced features of SwiftUI, supported by projects like building a complete Shopping List App that ground concepts in real application. Hogan doesn’t just focus on coding; he also guides you through debugging, testing, version control with Git, and app submission, giving you a well-rounded view of modern iOS development. Whether you’re starting fresh or expanding your skills, this book equips you with the tools to confidently develop responsive, robust iOS applications.

Neil Smyth's deep dive into iOS 18 app development springs from his extensive experience with Apple’s evolving software landscape. You’ll move beyond basics, mastering SwiftUI, Swift, and Xcode 16 through detailed chapters that cover everything from Swift programming fundamentals to complex topics like structured concurrency and Core Data integration. The book walks you through setting up your development environment, crafting custom interfaces, handling state management, and even publishing apps to the App Store. If you’re ready to build modern iOS apps with the latest tools and frameworks, this book provides a thorough roadmap, though it’s best suited for those with some programming background rather than total beginners.

This tailored guide explores cutting-edge iOS technologies set to shape development in 2025 and beyond. It delves into emerging tools and frameworks aligned with your specific development focus, providing a personalized roadmap to mastering the newest capabilities in iOS. By concentrating on the latest discoveries and trends, this book offers a curated learning experience that matches your background and addresses your unique goals in app creation and innovation. The content examines advanced concepts such as Swift 6 enhancements, SwiftUI evolution, and integration techniques for machine learning and ARKit, all tailored to your interests. This personalized approach ensures you engage deeply with next-generation iOS development topics most relevant to you, making complex advancements accessible and applicable.

After analyzing the evolving landscape of iOS app development, Surabhi Chopada crafted this guide to bridge the gap between theory and hands-on practice. You’ll learn to build five full applications, including a to-do list, weather app, and fitness tracker using HealthKit, gaining concrete skills in Swift, Xcode, and Core ML integration. Throughout the chapters, the book walks you through setting up development environments, mastering Swift syntax, and navigating app deployment to the App Store. This book suits aspiring developers wanting a project-driven path and experienced coders seeking to deepen their practical expertise in modern iOS frameworks.

R. Parvin challenges the conventional wisdom that building maintainable iOS apps must be complex and inaccessible. Drawing on extensive experience with scalable applications, Parvin breaks down the MVVM architecture into approachable concepts, guiding you through integrating it with SwiftUI to enhance UI responsiveness and state management. You’ll gain concrete skills in advanced topics like asynchronous data handling, unit testing, and navigation coordination, supported by practical examples such as a to-do list and news feed app. This book suits iOS developers eager to write cleaner, more testable code and handle real-world app challenges with confidence.

What happens when decades of embedded systems and enterprise software expertise meets SwiftUI? Michele Fadda draws on over 30 years of hands-on experience across telematics, medical, and financial sectors to guide you through building iOS apps with minimal code. You’ll learn how to structure clean architectures, handle asynchronous programming, and integrate UIKit with SwiftUI, with chapters dedicated to animations, Core Data persistence, and modern concurrency. This book suits both seasoned UIKit developers transitioning to SwiftUI and newcomers aiming to build professional-grade apps efficiently across Apple platforms. If you want more than just surface-level tutorials, this deep dive into SwiftUI’s practical application will sharpen your skills while respecting your time.