Release Notes.

Version 1.0.15 – 31st October, 2023 

Changes :

  • Added time limit of up to 120 minutes (default remains 90 minutes).

NOTE : The extended 120 minute time limit is currently a testing feature for user feedback and may be subject to alteration or removal in future app versions.

Bug Fixes :

  • Fixed issue where topics were not truncating correctly when required. Additionally, if the selected topic doesn’t exist in the list, you’ll see a ‘Topic Not Found’.

UI Improvements :

  • Added moderator badges to user profiles and room details.

New Feature :

  • Previously when sending general broadcasts depending on the android and ios version it would have text truncation issues. To fix this, a general announcement screen was added. All future general announcements will be displayed on this screen.

 

Version 1.0.14 – 16th October, 2023 

Bug Fixes :

  • Fixed issue where push notification device tokens failed to generate for users signing up.
 
Version 1.0.12 – 14th October, 2023 

Bug Fixes :

  • Fixed issue where blocking the host of a support room would not automatically remove you from the room.
  • Fixed issue where the My Blocked List empty state was not working.
  • Fixed issue where gender and age preferences were not syncing to the database.
  • Fixed issue where the list would jump to the top when selecting a Report Reason.

UI Improvements :

  • Implemented the ability to see Time Remaining in a support room.
  • Changed the image for when it’s searching for peers vs peers found in the My Room tab.
  • Changed the URL for the feedback submission and view resources button.
 
Version 1.0.11 – 24th August, 2023 

Bug Fixes :

  • Addressed issues where the keyboard was overlapping with the text chat input field.

UI Improvements :

  • Revamped the Chat Input Field for an enhanced user experience.
  • Introduced a “Done” button specifically for when the keyboard is open (iOS only).
  • Relocated Age and Gender Preferences to the Room Preferences Screen when opening a support room.
 
Version 1.0.10 – 22nd June, 2023 

Bug Fixes :

  • Resolved issue where Community screen displayed participant avatars that left an active room.
  • Resolved issue with data type comparison causing it to always fail and preventing a peer from joining a room.
 
Version 1.0.9 – 18th June, 2023 ( Android Only  )

Bug Fixes :

  • Resolved performance issues with typing and scrolling while a user is present in a support room.
 
Version 1.0.8 – 13th June, 2023

Changes :

  •   Addressed issue with username number incrementing incorrectly
  •   Added the ability for a peer to leave a support room.
  •   Fixed an issue in Room Details where it would incorrectly allow the user to rejoin a room after leaving.
  •   Now enforcing email verification before opening a support room.
  •  Added room preferences, allowing users to select the time limit for a room (30, 45, 60, or 90 minutes) and the maximum number of peers (3, 4, or 5) they want in a support room.
  •  Added a new topic: ADHD.
  •  Other UI fixes.
 
Version 1.0.7 – 31st May, 2023

Changes :

  • Increased the support room capacity from 3 to 5 participants, allowing more peers to join and participate.
  • Increased the room time limit from 30 minutes to 90 minutes, giving you more time for productive discussions.
  • Increased the initial credits from 2 to 10.
  • Adjusted the input text limit for room descriptions to 300 characters.

UI Improvements :

  • Added a new topic : Schizophrenia
  • Redesigned the Chat UI to easily identify different users in conversations.
  • Improved the confirmation message for hiding usernames, providing clearer details about maintaining privacy when using the app in public.
  • Refined the text description for receiving notifications about new rooms, highlighting the availability of support rooms.
  • Introduced a new notification setting called “Support Room Messages,” allowing users to receive notifications when others join their support rooms.
  • Implemented a welcome message specifically for first-time hosts opening a support room.
  • Added a “not verified” label beneath the username on the Profile, allowing users to easily verify their email by clicking on the label.
  • Added scrolling functionality to the chat feedback screen, so users can easily scroll and rate their peers.
 
Version 1.0.6 – 21st May, 2023 (Initial Release)

Bug Fixes :

  • Fixed issue where the Past Rooms screen was not sorting correctly by descending order.
  • Fixed issue where the kudos would be incorrectly calculated in some scenarios.
  • Fixed issue where the Community Room Details screen incorrectly displayed the message that you cannot join a room when you’re already in it. Now, it shows a “Go To Chat” button for easier navigation.
  • Fixed issue where users running Android 13 or later were not prompted to allow notifications, resulting in notifications always being denied.

UI Improvements:

  • Added a new topic : Faith and Religion.
  • Added the ability to view the Room Description while in a chat room, including Past Chats.
  • Included a Terms and Conditions URL.