Testing Safari is uniquely challenging because it only runs on Apple hardware. For developers without a Mac, options include web-based testing platforms like BrowserStack, rented remote Mac hardware via AWS or MacinCloud, and automated CI/CD pipelines using Playwright or GitHub Actions with WebKit support. Each approach has trade-offs around cost, fidelity, and interactivity. The most comprehensive solution remains buying a Mac, and the post offers practical tips for getting one affordably — including buying refurbished, secondhand from students, or damaged units with only cosmetic issues. Owning a Mac also unlocks iOS/iPadOS simulator testing via Xcode and Safari Technology Preview for upcoming features.
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