Mobile

Release 4.59.0

Release Date: April 2, 2025

What’s new

  • Improved accessibility across multiple screens, including dynamic text sizing, enhanced focus management on iOS, and updates to the Register, Mentions Preferences, and Profile views.

  • OAuth signup process now automatically fills in the name field when available.

  • Added support for base64 image previews.

  • Introduced a visual indicator for filtered threads to improve clarity.

  • Enhanced security for passcode setup by requiring the existing PIN before setting a new one.

  • Migrated to expo-image-picker for improved image selection and consistency.

Bug fixes

  • Resolved issues affecting message updates and push notification loading behavior.

  • Corrected multiple UI inconsistencies, such as image preview spacing, emoji sizing, attachment layout, and reaction animations on iOS.

  • Addressed issues with pinned messages displaying edit history and filtered thread indicators not appearing on screen mount.

  • Fixed regressions involving image URL rendering and opacity animation behavior.

  • Improved encryption handling for message decryption and refined native theme color settings on Android.

  • Optimized URL handling in the iOS share extension.

  • Various additional improvements to stability, UI consistency, and code maintenance.

For more details, check out our GitHub release page.

Release 4.58.0

Release Date: March 6 28, 2025

What’s new

  • Migrated to expo-image for improved image performance and reliability.

  • Accessibility enhancements: Improved contrast for busy statuses, mentions, and links. Screen readers now recognize External links properly, and menu titles are marked as headings for better navigation.

Bug fixes

  • Resolved OAuth URL separator issue to prevent authentication errors.

  • Corrected profile form change detection logic for better accuracy.

  • Fixed crashes related to undefined objects and markdown errors.

  • Restored iOS Share Extension functionality for sharing screenshots.

  • Fixed infinite loading issue on login after canceling TOTP authentication.

Maintenance updates

  • Android: Disabled v1 signing for improved security and compliance.

  • Dependencies: Removed unused ts-node package.

For more details, check out our GitHub release page.

Release 4.57.2

Release Date: February 18, 2025

Bug fixes

  • Resolved regression causing auto-translate to malfunction.

For more details, check out our GitHub release page.

Release 4.57.1

Release Date: February 8, 2025

Bug fixes

  • Resolved an issue where some attachments could not be opened when using an SSL Client Certificate. This fix ensures that all supported attachments now open correctly in secure environments.

For more details, check out our GitHub release page.

Release 4.57.0

Release Date: January 24, 2025

Bug fixes

  • Resolved an issue where the navigation bar color was not displaying correctly.

  • Fixed an issue where the autocomplete menu remained open after pressing the send button.

  • Fixed issues with closing and visibility in hidden thread channels.

  • Resolved failing discussion-related tests.

Improvements

  • improved accessibility for the following multiple components.

For more details, check out our GitHub release page.

Release 4.56.1

Release Date: January 8, 2025

Bug fixes

  • Fixed an issue that caused the Apple Watch app to malfunction when using an SSL Client Certificate in certain scenarios.

For more details, check out our GitHub release page.

Release 4.56.0

Release Date: December 23, 2024

What’s new

  • Introduced asynchronous end-to-end encryption (E2EE) key exchange to improve security and reduce delays.

  • Support for the API_Embed settings was added to enhance customization options.

Improvements

  • Improved the process for resending two-factor authentication emails, with a toast notification confirming the email was sent.

  • A legal button was added to the settings view to ensure compliance.

  • Enhanced accessibility in the ReportUserView for better usability.

For more details, check out our GitHub release page.

Release 4.55.0

Release Date: December 02, 2024

Improvements

  • Enhanced image previews for URLs, ensuring consistent display of images.

  • Adjusted toast notification text contrast to better align with themes for improved readability.

  • Introduced pagination support for message synchronization, optimizing performance.

  • Upgraded WatermelonDB to version 0.27.1 for improved database stability and performance.

  • Added a new stars icon for a consistent and modern design.

  • Updated the members list to display usernames when a member name is missing.

Bug fixes

  • Fixed the positioning of the keyboard emoji selector to ensure proper functionality.

  • Corrected an issue requiring an extra tap to connect to a workspace.

  • Prevented editing of direct message names on mobile where it was not intended.

  • Resolved an issue where logging in returned a 401 error and failed to fetch old messages.

  • Modified logout behavior to only occur when receiving a 401 error.

  • Restored the delete channel permission for team channels.

  • Fixed an issue where the “Apply your certificate” option was not visible when adding a new workspace.

  • Corrected the usage of database batch operations to address a regression.

For more details, check out our GitHub release page.

Release 4.54.1

Release Date: November 11, 2024

Bug fixes

  • Resolved an issue that prevented some Android users from logging in due to encryption keychain errors, making access smoother and more reliable.

  • Added extra checks to ensure all settings load as expected, even when opening the app from a push notification.

  • Enforced stricter server version requirements, allowing connections only with supported servers for enhanced compatibility.

  • Fixed a crash occurring in the Directory on tablets, enabling stable navigation across devices.

  • Corrected an issue where some emails appeared as “undefined” in rooms, ensuring an accurate display of all user information.

  • Updated the attachment screen to remove the light status bar, providing a consistent look and feel across screens.

  • Improved background process handling to minimize unexpected errors and improve app stability.

  • Removed video thumbnails in the app’s display for better overall performance in video content areas.

  • Updated Directory parameters and refreshed the LiveChat API endpoints to keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

For more details, check out our GitHub release page.

Release 4.54.0

Release Date: November 7, 2024

What's New

  • Message composer now indicates read-only mode in air-gapped environments.

  • Video messages now feature custom thumbnails, enhancing visual appeal.

  • New permissions for teams give admins finer control over access and roles.

  • Switched to a new navigation stack for faster, smoother in-app transitions.

  • Moved the edit action to the top of message options for quicker access.

  • Added support for the "livechat/room.saveInfo" endpoint, expanding LiveChat capabilities.

  • Implemented KeyID generation logic to improve user authentication security.

  • Enhanced link readability for better clarity across the app.

  • Made workspace selection more intuitive and user-friendly.

  • Updated query parameters for select routes, keeping navigation efficient.

Bug fixes

  • Fixed custom emoji alignment to match the new line heights.

  • Draft messages now save and update correctly, preventing content loss.

  • Corrected a translation error in German for preview mode messaging.

  • Resolved an issue where the pinned menu displayed a blank screen in certain rooms.

  • Large emojis now display fully without being cut off, ensuring they appear as intended.

For more details, check out our GitHub release page.

Release 4.53.0

Release Date: October 7, 2024

Bug fixes

  • Resolved a scrolling issue when trying to view older posts, making it easier to browse long conversations.

  • Made file format attachments less restrictive, ensuring smoother uploads and downloads.

  • Fixed an issue with Google OAuth, restoring seamless login for Google users.

  • Action sheets now close properly after editing a message, improving workflow consistency.

  • Adjusted letter-spacing to fix a line break issue with the Inter Regular font for cleaner text formatting.

  • Introduced a new buttonFontPrimary color in the light theme for better button visibility.

  • Fixed the unread message separator, ensuring it appears correctly in chats.

For more details, check out our GitHub release page.

Release 4.52.0

Release Date: September 26, 2024

What's New

  • Introduced the ability to mention users within E2EE messages.

  • Added a dedicated Help page for improved user support.

  • Enhanced color and contrast for better accessibility.

Bug fixes

  • Resolved memory issues related to the share extension on iOS.

  • Fixed an issue where message details were not shown in push notifications in certain cases.

  • Fixed flickering issues in the last message preview.

  • Addressed the problem of the image viewer losing quality.

For more details, check out our GitHub release page.

Release 4.51.0

Release Date: September 9, 2024

What's New

  • Improved markdown readability with better line height for cleaner formatting.

  • Introduced a setting to enable file encryption, adding an extra layer of security for your files.

  • Collapsible quotes now display additional text, giving more context at a glance.

  • Enhanced accessibility with new labels and improved color usage in menus for better navigation.

Bug fixes

  • Image previews now display correctly without size distortions.

  • Resolved an issue where draft content was being retained incorrectly in some cases.

  • Increased security for randomly generated E2EE passwords.

  • Small images in link previews will no longer appear enlarged.

  • Fixed media auto-download issues to ensure smoother functionality.

  • Corrected encryption behavior in rooms where the E2E_Enabled setting was disabled.

  • The action sheet will no longer close unexpectedly when focusing on an input field.

  • Changing E2EE passwords is now more reliable and straightforward.

  • Restored backward compatibility for the E2E file encryption setting.

For more details, check out our GitHub release page.

Release 4.50.1

Release Date: July 11, 2024

Bug fixes

  • No more sending empty messages by accident.

  • E2EE PDFs now open without a hitch.

  • Fixed message composer placeholder breaking lines, keeping your text tidy.

  • Updated the minimum iOS supported version in the README for clarity.

For more details, check out our GitHub release page.

Release 4.50.0

Release Date: July 11, 2024

What’s new

  • File encryption support keeps your files super secure.

  • Unencrypted messages? Not in E2EE rooms!

  • Messages are now automatically marked as read when you close a room, so you won’t fetch already-seen messages.

  • Need a password change? Users can now request it.

  • A new sleek 'slide' drawer gives you a better UI experience.

  • Upgraded to bluesky-social/react-native-bottom-sheet for top-notch performance.

Bug fixes

  • PDFs now open without a hitch on Android 11+.

  • Russian localization strings for user role updates are spot on.

  • The save button stays disabled until the status value actually changes.

  • Server time now properly synced.

  • Added a function to keep your subscription's last open date up to date.

  • Message labels on SelectListView now display correctly.

For more details, check out our GitHub release page.

Release 4.49.2

Release Date: June 13, 2024

What’s new

  • Fixes:

    • You can now open PDFs on Android 11+ without any hassle.

    • The updateLastOpen function is back to keep your subscription dates accurate.

  • Improvements:

    • Circular dependency in sharedStyles import? Resolved!

For more details, check out our GitHub release page.