Episode

RNR 357 - React Native 0.82–0.84 & Expo 55

Podcast: React Native Radio
Published: Mar 20, 2026
Duration seconds: 1529
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Summary

Mazen and Robin catch up on five months of React Native and Expo releases, covering the biggest updates in 0.82–0.84 and Expo SDK 55. They talk through the move to the new architecture, Hermes V1 becoming the default, faster builds, better developer tools, and AI updates that make upgrading a little less of a headache.