Q: What is NE ( NetworkExtension ) Framework based Pulse Secure iOS Client ?
A: Prior to the release of Pulse for iOS 7.0.0, the Pulse client was developed using VPN framework provided by Apple which is now deprecated. Starting with Pulse for iOS 7.0.0 the new Apple VPN framework called "NetworkExtension" will be used.
Q: Which Pulse Secure iOS client version is based on NetworkExtension Framework?
A: Starting with Pulse iOS client 7.0.0, the Pulse client for IOS will be using NetworkExtension Apple VPN framework.Pre-release notification has been sent out for the release ETA.The Pulse iOS client 7.0.0 is scheduled to be released by the 17th of August.
Q: What are the advantages of using the NetworkExtension based Pulse Secure iOS client?
A: The NetworkExtension framework contains APIs that can be used to customize and extend the core networking features of iOS and macOS. This will allow Pulse Secure to leverage the latest Apple framework for more reliable VPN connectivity and also to support the latest features in iOS.
Q: Can customers enroll to test the beta version of the NetworkExtension Framework based Pulse iOS client?
A: The beta testing is closed as the Pulse iOS client 7.0.0 is scheduled for release by 17th August.
Q: Compatibility Details of NetworkExtension based Pulse iOS client and iOS Version.A: Pulse iOS client 7.0.0 will work with iOS 9.0 version and above.
Pulse iOS client 7.1.2 will work with iOS 10.0 version and above
