I am trying to have a “.ipa” file for Ad Hoc distribution that a few users can test on their respective iOS devices, and I would like them to be able to install it via Windows iTunes since they are remote users.
So I have the .app file generated from the Corona iOS Simulator using an ad hoc provisiong profile with 6 devices in the profile. I can install the app on my own device connected to a Mac/Xcode/iTunes…works great. But now I want to create and send a .ipa to others in the list of 6 devices.
Based on various threads out there and the topic in the link below, I tried the “Payload” zip file method to create a .ipa file. But the install does not seem to work on two device attempts using Windows iTunes. I use the Add File to Library to add the .ipa file, and then sync. But nothing happens after the sync.
I am wondering if this Payload zip method is still a valid method given the new versions of iTunes. Or is there something else I should be doing in conjunction with the Payload/zipping of the .app?
https://forums.coronalabs.com/topic/67788-preparing-app-for-adhoc-testing-using-windows-itunes/
Thanks.