React Native 0.84 arrives with major performance enhancements including Hermes V1 as the default JavaScript engine, precompiled iOS binaries out of the box, and ongoing removal of Legacy Architecture code. This update also raises the minimum Node.js version to 22. Below we answer common questions about what this release means for your apps.
React Native 0.84: Performance Leap with Hermes V1 and Streamlined Builds
React Native 0.84 makes Hermes V1 default, adds precompiled iOS binaries, removes Legacy Architecture code, and raises Node.js minimum to 22. No migration needed for most users.
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